The Kingdom of EnenKio - Economic Citizenship Program - EnenKio is an English-speaking sovereign independent nation in the North Pacific Ocean. As such, it is not a well-known economic and financial sanctuary, but with the prospect of attracting qualified professionals in every field of endeavor, it has a growing international financial sector. General Considerations The Government of EnenKio operates an Economic Citizenship Program (ECP), which allows the grant of citizenship to individuals of good character who make a significant contribution to the growth and economy of EnenKio. This is aimed at stimulating inward investment and harnessing managerial and entrepreneurial skills to help the country's development. EnenKio law provides the fundamental basis for the operation of the ECP. This was made possible through the EnenKio Constitution. In 1995, the EnenKio Development Act was passed into law to provide as follows: "The establishment of citizenship in the Kingdom shall be by mutual consent. The possession of citizenship in any other jurisdiction shall not prejudice establishment of citizenship in the Kingdom, provided that any pronouncement of allegiance required by any other nation, shall not be in conflict with any required citizens of the Kingdom." See: Legal Opinion Qualifying factors Every Applicant is a qualified citizen if: - born unto a parent who is, prior to birth, a citizen; or, - born within any jurisdiction of the Kingdom; or, - a citizen or resident of the Marshall Islands; or, - a person of Marshallese ancestry; or - married to a citizen, or one qualified as a citizen. Other Applicants for citizenship are invited to apply and shall qualify to become a naturalized citizen if they: - have attained an age of five (5) years; and, - submit a completed passport application; and, - successfully pass security and proof of identity checks; and, - enclose 4 color photographs, one signed on right side margin; and, - have proffered allegiance to the Kingdom by signing oath; and, - have been accepted as a member of Kio Royale and remain such in good standing; or, - receive a grant of citizenship on economic, hardship or other valid government program. Any applicant who is becomes eligible or is granted citizenship under the ECP shall be entitled to receive benefits that pertain to the particular option(s) selected. Certain Applicants, by reason of political affiliation, business activity, professional exploits, occupational achievements or other personal history, having become ineligible for citizenship in the country of origin thereby, may become eligible under a special administrative amnesty policy and would be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Passports and other documents issued under the ECP generally have limited terms, but may be converted to regular permanent terms after two years. A committee within the EnenKio Ministry of Foreign Affairs carefully screens prospective applicants for ECP options. Program Options Kio Royale Membership Active members of this private independent service-oriented advocacy group support the efforts of the government of EnenKio in its mission to assist persons of Marshallese ancestry to regain occupation and jurisdiction over the lands and seas of Eneen-Kio Atoll and protect their natural rights to self-determination. There are 4 categories of membership with Initiation fees ranging from $500 to $10,000. An active service requirement term applies to 3 categories. Annual dues range from $50 to $100. Benefits include Membership certificate, eligibility of single or family citizenship grant, Diplomatic Service Corps certificate and waiver of Active Service Requirement term. Payment can be accepted in equivalent amount of any internationally traded currency. Application Form Credit Trust Account Individuals of good character who want to make a loan to the government of EnenKio may contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Loans can be made in any internationally traded currency, in precious metals or another agreed form. Some restrictions pertaining to jurisdiction of lender's origin or domicile may apply. Such restrictions and domain considerations are the sole responsibility of a lender to verify legality of any EnenKio loan, barter or payment program. Land Lease Program Individuals of good character who desire or intend to establish, settle or maintain a residence in the North Pacific Islands may do so by becoming a leaseholder with interests in the Northern Ratak atolls under ascendancy of His Majesty King Remios of the Kingdom of EnenKio. Upon execution of such a lease, application fees for EnenKio citizenship are waived. The government of EnenKio will sponsor leaseholders (as EnenKio citizens) to apply for an Immigration Visa from the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). Meeting RMI requirements for residency and otherwise will lead to Marshall Islands citizenship. By this process individuals or families can gain full citizenship and gain the right to work or do business in EnenKio and the Marshall Islands. Amnesty Program This program is reserved for individuals and families who have become "stateless" refugees and are without citizenship elsewhere. Provisions are generally the same as those of the Kio Royale or Credit Trust Account program, but entail a waiver of the active service requirement. In this way, refugees or stateless persons of good character may be obtain permanent citizenship immediately. Active Service Requirement (ASR) When an "active service requirement" term applies, it affords the parties an opportunity to verify the terms of the relationship in lieu of the residency requirement commonly imposed by other states. Islands of Eneen-Kio Atoll are currently being held under force of arms by occupation forces of the United States, so residency there is not possible. For those wanting to physically relocate to the islands, the Land Lease Program is your best alternative. The current ASR term in effect is 24 months. What this means is that your passport will look like a regular EnenKio passport, but will have an expiration date of approximately 2 years after issuance. Within 2 months of expiration, ASR passport holders will need to re-apply for "permanent resident" status. Upon approval, a regular 5-year passport will be issued. Reasons to acquire a second citizenship to establish a legal domicile to protect assets and income from oppressive taxation, creditors, judgments or litigation. to simplify travel to countries restricted under current citizenship. to avoid persecution on religious, ethnic or political grounds. to immigrate to a democratic peace-loving country such as EnenKio. to find a stable country where substantial investments can be made. Multi-national policy EnenKio recognizes multi-national citizenship so individuals who benefit under this program can retain their original citizenship if needed. Individuals approved under this program enjoy all rights, privileges and diplomatic protection as bona fide citizens of the Kingdom of EnenKio. How to apply under the Economic Citizenship Program Applicants choose an option and contact a consulate or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs central office. Any amounts to be paid or loaned to the government are made payable to the Kingdom of EnenKio in any internationally traded currency equivalent to the US dollar amounts published. In addition, fees may be payable to licensed and bonded immigration consultants who will accept applications and submit them to EnenKio Ministry of Foreign Affairs for processing on behalf of the applicant. Reasons you may consider a second passport Political instability in your country of origin makes travel on your current passport difficult. Your assets are vulnerable to loss, attachment or litigation. You and your business are overburdened by taxation. Your basic human right to travel is restricted. You are not allowed to work or settle in another country. Your life or business is threatened by your country's political or economic situation. Your religious or political beliefs are subject to persecution. Fees There are no Registration or Investment Fees. The payment of monies represents payment for membership, consideration under contract, document application processing, handling costs or fiscal loan amounts. These amounts represent an applicant's commitment to the Kingdom of EnenKio. Grant of citizenship represents the Kingdom of EnenKio's commitment to an applicant. All monies are paid directly to the Kingdom of EnenKio. Any fees to cover costs of processing, legal charges and consulting is negotiated with and payable to the Immigration Consultant if employed. Applications under this program may be made through a licensed Immigration Consultant or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Applicants do not need to visit or reside in EnenKio. They can be sworn in at any EnenKio Delegation or Consular office found in many parts of the world including the Americas, Europe and the Middle East. Advantages EnenKio offers significant advantages over other programs offered by other countries: it is a small independent state with His Majesty King Remios as its head of state, who is the ancestral head of about one-third of the atolls of the Marshall Islands. the government is still small and is building new trading partners all over the world. citizens can access certain unique financial trust services enjoy a tax-free status for personal and business ventures have the flexibility and dependability of a friendly political system founded on principles similar to those of the original framers of the constitution of the United States of America and Bill of Rights. the islands are unspoiled, warm, pristine and blessed with normally perfect weather. every citizen can play a part in the development of the political, social and economic order. EnenKio has no outstanding unsatisfied obligations. (Updated 10/23/2000) home | welcome | mission | what's new | introduction | present status | geography | history | contact us development plan | documents | official acts | news releases | links | photos | disclaimer | involvement Robert Moore, Minister Plenipotentiary, Kingdom of EnenKio Foreign Trade Mission DO-MO-CO Manager, Remios Hermios Eleemosynary Trust, Majuro, Marshall Islands http://www.enenkio.org