St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Program
The oldest and the most trusted program of its kind
St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Program
The oldest and the most trusted program of its kind
About the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program
St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program:
There are three investment options within the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program: donation into the Government fund or Public Benefit Option starting from $250,000, or property purchase starting from $400,000.
St Kitts and Nevis citizenship can be granted in 60 days with an accelerated route and in around four months otherwise.
It is not required to know the English language, or to visit St Kitts before or after citizenship acquisition.
The whole process of St Kitts and Nevis citizenship acquisition is completely confidential.
Citizens of St Kitts and Nevis travel visa-free to over 160 countries including Western and Eastern Europe, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
St Kitts and Nevis:
The Federation of St Christopher and Nevis is the smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere, in both area and population
St Kitts is a member of the United Nations, Commonwealth of Nations, CARICOM, Organisation of American states, and many other international organisations.
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Benefits of St Kitts and Nevis citizenship
Visa-free travel to over 160 countries
No requirement to visit St Kitts and Nevis at any point
An attractive personal tax environment with no personal income tax, no wealth tax, no inheritance tax, or other direct taxes
Ability to get St Kitts passport in 3 months
Minimum investment $250,000
Dual citizenship is permitted
Investment Options:
| Number of applicants | Donation into SISC | Due diligence |
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$250,000 | $10,000 |
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$300,000 | $10,000 main applicant and $7,500 spouse |
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$350,000 main applicant and up to 3 dependants | $17,500 both spouses + $7,500 each dependant over 16 y.o. |
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$350,000 main applicant and up to 3 dependants + $50,000 each additional dependant below 18 y.o. after the 4th + $75,000 each qualifying dependant over 18 y.o. | $17,500 both spouses and + $7,500 each dependant over 16 y.o. |
*Additional fees: legal service of GLS, application processing, and passport fees. Fees are subject to change.
| Number of applicants | Min. property investment |
Due diligence | Government fee |
|---|---|---|---|
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$400,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 |
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$400,000 | $10,000 main applicant $7,500 spouse |
$25,000 main applicant + $ 15,000 spouse |
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$400,000 | $17,500 both spouses + $7,500 each dependant over 16 y.o. |
$40,000 both spouses + $10,000 each dependant below 18 y.o. + $15,000 each dependant above 18 y.o. |
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$400,000 | $17,500 both spouses + $7,500 each dependant over 16 y.o. |
$40,000 both spouses + $10,000 each dependant below 18 y.o. + $15,000 each dependant above 18 y.o. |
* Additional fees: legal service of GLS, application processing, and passport fees. Additional property purchase fees may apply. Fees are subject to change.
| Number of applicants | PBO | Due diligence | Application fee |
|---|---|---|---|
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$250,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 |
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$250,000 | $10,000 main applicant $7,500 spouse |
$25,000 main applicant + $ 15,000 spouse |
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$250,000 | $17,500 both spouses + $7,500 each dependant over 16 y.o. |
$40,000 both spouses + $10,000 each dependant below 18 y.o. + $15,000 each dependant above 18 y.o. |
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$250,000 | $17,500 both spouses + $7,500 each dependant over 16 y.o. |
$40,000 both spouses + $10,000 each dependant below 18 y.o. + $15,000 each dependant above 18 y.o. |
* Additional fees: legal service of GLS, application processing, and passport fees. Fees are subject to change.
Requirements
- No previous criminal record
- Be over 18 years old
- Have a legitimate source of wealth
- Good character
- Have available the required investment funds
- No outstanding visa denials in any visa free country with the St Kitts and Nevis passport
Who can be included in the citizenship application:
- Dependent children of the main applicant and spouse below 18 years old
- Children of 18-25 years old who are financially dependent on parents, in full-time education and not married
- Spouse of the main applicant
- Dependent parents and grandparents of the main applicant and spouse over 65 years old who live in the same household as the main applicant
Application stages
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Initial consultation
Initial free of charge consultation by one of the GLS experts
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Program information and due diligence check
Detailed fee schedule and a free of charge preliminary due diligence check
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Client agreement and retainer fee payment
Signing of the client agreement and payment of the retainer fee
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Preparation of the documents
GLS experts will assist you with the whole procedure of the documents’ preparation, including the translation, notarisation and apostille of the relevant documents. We will also recommend the best clinics for medical examination
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Payment of the additional fees
Payment of the remaining fee for the legal services of GLS and the government fees. If the Investment in Real Estate option has been selected, then also payment of the property deposit is required at this stage
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Submission of the documents
Submission of the documents to the Citizenship by investment Unit (CIU)
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Updates on the review of the application
Regular updates on the news regarding the review of the application by the CIU. Assistance in preparation of additional clarifications for the CIU if required
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Approval in Principle
Grant of Approval in Principle from the CIU
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Payment of the remaining fees
Payment of the overall donation fee or in case of the Real Estate Investment option, payment of the remaining property investment
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You are a citizen!
Grant of the Certificate of Naturalisation and subsequently application for passports and grant of St Kitts and Nevis passports. We will courier the passports or give them to you in person, depending on what is more convenient for you.
Quick reference
St Kitts and Nevis
Capital:
Basseterre
Area:
269 km2
Population:
58 000 people
GDP:
US $1,087 billion
Language:
English
Independence from Great Britain:
1983
Main islands:
St Kitts, Nevis
F.A.Q.
Is dual citizenship allowed with St Kitts and Nevis passport?
Yes, citizens of St Kitts and Nevis can have dual nationality.
Is it required to visit St Kitts and Nevis at any point during the preparation of the documents stage, or after the receipt of passports?
No, there is no such requirement.
Citizens of which countries cannot apply for St Kitts and Nevis citizenship?
Citizens of Afghanistan, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Belarus.
What is the maximum number of dependants that can be included in the application?
Unlimited number of dependants can be included in the application.
Does St Kitts and Nevis citizenship have a period of validity?
No, St Kitts and Nevis citizenship is granted for life and can be even acquired by future generations.
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