Vanuatu authorities are looking into revoking Andrew Tate's citizenship acquired through a fast-track investment program after concerns about criminal background emerged. Tate obtained a "golden passport" shortly before being arrested in Romania, leading to scrutiny of such citizenship schemes known to be exploited by individuals with questionable histories. A government spokesman stated that measures will be put in place to revoke Tate's citizenship if warranted, emphasizing that individuals with serious allegations against them are not welcome.

"This situation highlights the importance of ensuring that citizenship offers through investment do not unintentionally attract those involved in organized crime,” said Aubrey Belford from the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project. This comes as Vanuatu faces increased scrutiny and concerns from the European Union regarding such citizenship schemes. Tate's notoriety as a self-proclaimed misogynist and the charges against him underpin the ongoing discussions about the integrity of citizenship acquisition in Vanuatu, especially amid calls for heightened security and regulatory measures.