Private island ownership varies significantly: Fiji allows freehold titles for some islands, but foreigners are restricted from buying "Native" land. ... Read MoreIn French Polynesia, purchasing an island for a private residence is difficult; the government prioritizes business-related projects that create jobs. Vanuatu and Tonga operate on long-term leases (50–75 years). A critical 2026 update in Vanuatu clarifies that foreign land leases do not include ownership of adjacent marine areas, which remain under customary authority. Read Less