Head to head
Canada vs Nauru
Three key differences
- Different status types: Canada grants permanent residence, Nauru grants citizenship — usually not the same decision.
- Indicative total: Canada runs $38,375 below Nauru.
- Upper timeline: Nauru is 38 months shorter than Canada.
Field
Canada
Nauru
Status type
Permanent residence
Citizenship
Min. investment
$75,000
$105,000
Government & due diligence
$1,625
$10,000
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$76,625
$115,000
Timeline
30–42 mo
3–4 mo
Residency
146 d/yr
0 d
Visit required
Yes
No
Eligible family
spouse + children under 22
spouse + unmarried children in education + co-residing parents
Dual citizenship
N/A
Yes
Years to citizenship
3 yrs
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Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
Backlog
None
● Numerically favourable on that line. A number, not a recommendation — no program wins every line.
Figures reflect prevailing industry terms, compiled 2026-08-11. Rules and fees change without notice; official announcements and a case-by-case assessment govern. Totals exclude the service fee, which runs $500–$8,000 by program.