INTERESTED IN A CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMME?
ST. KITTS AND NEVIS CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMME
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Named after the patron saint of all travellers, St. Christopher, the twin island state of St. Kitts (originally Saint Christopher) and Nevis, has unsurpassed views and deep histories. St. Kitts was once known as the Gibraltar of the West Indies for its domination of 18th- century colonial battles. It gave inspiration to the song, Amazing Grace, and is now home to the last railway in the Caribbean, built to transport sugar cane from plantations, and which now gives a glimpse into the region’s vast sugar production history. While preserving history, St. Kitts and Nevis is also very modern, focused on development and poised for the future.
About the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program
The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1984 which makes it the longest running program in the Caribbean. It is the only program which offers a 60-day fast track or accelerated process. There are two options available for investment under the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program.
Benefits of investing in St. Kitts & Nevis
Visa free access to over 150 countries including the UK, Ireland as well as EU Schengen territories
No Residency or travel requirements
Allows Dual citizenship
Confidential Due Diligence Process
Short processing time
Ability to add dependents after processing is completed
Attractive location for owning a second home
Good air links to Europe and North America
Citizenship for life that is passed on to future generations
Low tax regime including no income, inheritance or gift tax
Investment Options
Applicants will be required to confirm one of the following investment options.
Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF)
Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF)
Established in 2018, the Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF) is a government held fund that represents the ongoing advancement of St Kitts and Nevis to realise their potential as a prospering small-island nation with an accelerating economy.
| Government Fees for SGF | Main Applicant | Main Applicant and Spouse | Main Applicant, Spouse and Children/Dependents |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Processing fees |
US$1,000 |
US$1,000 per person |
US$1,000 per person |
|
Minimum Contribution to SGF |
US$150,000 |
US$175,000 |
US$195,000 Additional Dependents US$10,000 each |
|
Due Diligence and processing fees OR |
US$7,500 |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US $4,000 |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$4,000 |
|
Accelerated Application Process (AAP) inclusive of Due Diligence Fees |
US$25,000,00 |
Main Applicant: US$25,000 Spouse: US$20,000 |
Main Applicant: US$25,000 Spouse: US$20,000 Dependents 16 years and over: US$20,000 Dependents 15 years and under: US$500 per person for passport processing. |
Real Estate Investment
Applicants may qualify for citizenship through an investment in a pre-approved real estate project, which may include hotel shares, villas, and condominium units. Applicants opting for the approved project (real estate) route must invest at least US$200,000 up to US$400,000. The property is required to be held for at least seven (7) years, in the minimum purchase, or for five (5) years for the higher purchase following the grant of citizenship before it can be re-sold. There is currently a list of projects that have been approved for the CBI programme. https://www.ciu.gov.kn/investment-options/approved-real-estate/ This list is likely to change as more projects are approved and new opportunities become available. Please check back to keep up to date.
| Government Fees for Real Estate Option | Main Applicant | Main Applicant and Spouse | Main Applicant, Spouse and Children/Dependents |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Government fee |
US$35,050 |
US$55,050 |
US$55,050 PLUS US$10,050 per Dependent of any age |
|
Minimum Contribution for Real Estate purchase |
US$200,000 (7 year hold) OR US$400,000 (5 year hold) |
US$200,000 (7 year hold) OR US$400,000 (5 year hold) |
US$200,000 (7 year hold) OR US$400,000 (5 year hold) |
|
Due Diligence and processing fees OR |
US$7,500 |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US $4,000 |
Main Applicant: US $7,500 Spouse: US $4,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$4,000 |
|
Accelerated Application Process (AAP) inclusive of Due Diligence Fees |
US$25,000 |
Main applicant: US$25,000 Spouse: US$20,000 |
Main applicant: US$25,000 Spouse: US$20,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$20,000 |
How to Apply
Steps To St. Kitts And Nevis Passport
The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program is administered by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), housed in the Office of the Prime Minister. Standard application process takes 3 to 4 months, but it may take longer depending on your circumstances.
Step 1
Contact us to book an appointment with one of our agents, get a consultation and sign a client agreement.
Step 2
It is required to pay the full government Due Diligence fees in advance. The required forms and documents are then prepared and sent to the CIU.
Step 3
Due diligence checks and processing of application by the government. Within 90 days of the submission of an application, the CIU will notify us in writing on behalf of the applicant that the application has been approved (denied / delayed).
Step 4
On approval, completing the payment for the investment is required
Step 5
Obtaining Citizenship Documents
N.B Accelerated Application Processing (AAP) is also available. This process takes 60 days to be completed. Persons from Republic of Iraq, Republic of Yemen, and Federal Republic of Nigeria are not eligible for this option.
Requirements of
St. Kitts And Nevis Citizenship By Investment
To obtain citizenship of St Kitts and Nevis, you don’t need to speak the language and there are also no obligations to live in the country. The Main Applicant must demonstrate that he/she is:
Age of 18 and older
Outstanding Character
No Criminal Record
In exceptional health
High personal net worth
In your application you may also include:
A spouse of the main applicant
Children of the main applicant up to age 18
Children over 18 with a mental or physical challenge and substantially supported by the main applicant (no age limitation)
Parents or grandparents over 55 years of age
Children aged 18 to 30 must be in full time attendance at a recognised institute of high learning