It takes an average of five and a half years to secure citizenship in the UK, but other jurisdictions are much quicker.

Research by Astons, alternative residency and citizenship acquisition specialists, found the nation offering the quickest timeframe to securing citizenship when it comes to investing is Vanuatu in the South Pacific.

The average timeframe for securing citizenship through investment in Vanuatu is currently just 30 days and only requires a minimum investment of £99,416.

Saint Kitts and Nevis in the West Indies is your next best bet. With a minimum investment of £114,710, it takes an average of...