Andrew Tate’s Vanuatu passport is secure for the time being, as government officials have confirmed there are no plans to revoke his citizenship. A recent internal review found no issues with the documents he presented when applying for naturalization, solidifying his status as a citizen of the South Pacific nation despite the controversies surrounding him. This decision reflects the government’s adherence to the original vetting process.
Kiery Manassah, speaking on behalf of the Vanuatu government, stated that the citizenship office thoroughly checked Tate’s application. He emphasized that at the time of his citizenship grant in December 2022, Tate had been cleared by Interpol and the UK, a crucial factor in the approval process that met all existing legal requirements. The review specifically examined the records from that period.
Manassah did admit that the government would have made a different decision if they had been aware of the allegations against Tate during his application, admitting that this knowledge would have prevented his citizenship. However, he clarified that legally, they cannot revoke citizenship based on subsequently discovered information, highlighting a limitation in their current legal framework.
This development underscores the ongoing challenges faced by Vanuatu’s citizenship-by-investment program, which has been criticized for lax vetting. The government has committed to implementing stricter regulations and improved due diligence to enhance the program’s integrity and avoid future controversies, aiming to rebuild trust in its international reputation.
Andrew Tate’s Vanuatu Passport Safe For Now, Officials Confirm
