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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.

 

 

Benefits of St Kitts and Nevis citizenship

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Visa-free travel to over 160 countries

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No requirement to visit St Kitts and Nevis at any point

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An attractive personal tax environment with no personal income tax, no wealth tax, no inheritance tax, or other direct taxes

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Ability to get St Kitts passport in 3 months

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Minimum investment $250,000

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Dual citizenship is permitted

Investment Options:

The Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)

A single non-refundable Contribution starting from $250,000 into a government fund of St Kitts and Nevis. The funds are used to maintain healthcare, education, tourism, culture, alternative energy, and other industries of St Kitts and Nevis.

Number of applicants Donation into SISC Due diligence
$250,000 $10,000
$300,000 $10,000 main applicant and $7,500 spouse
$350,000 main applicant and up to 3 dependants $17,500 both spouses + $7,500 each
dependant over 16 y.o.
$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.

Real estate investment

Three options for Investment in the government-approved property from $400,000. 

1. $400,000+ can be invested in a share in a government-approved real estate project.

2. $400,000+ can also be invested in a condominium unit designated as an Approved Private Home.

3. $800,000 is the minimum investment in a single-family private dwelling designated as an Approved Private Home.

The property can be sold in 7 years. The investor can earn an income of 2- 5% per annum from renting out the property.

 

Number of applicants Min. property
investment
Due diligence Government fee
$400,000 $10,000 $25,000
$400,000 $10,000 main applicant $7,500
spouse
$25,000 main applicant + $ 15,000 spouse
$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.
$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.

Public Benefit Option

Public Benefit Option allows applicants to invest  in an Approved Public Benefit Option (PBO), payable to an Approved Public Benefactor.

Number of applicants PBO Due diligence Application fee
$250,000 $10,000 $25,000
$250,000 $10,000 main applicant $7,500
spouse
$25,000 main applicant + $ 15,000 spouse
$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.
$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

  • Initial consultation

    Initial free of charge consultation by one of the GLS experts

  • Program information and due diligence check

    Detailed fee schedule and a free of charge preliminary due diligence check

  • Client agreement and retainer fee payment

    Signing of the client agreement and payment of the retainer fee

  • 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

  • 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

  • Submission of the documents

    Submission of the documents to the Citizenship by investment Unit (CIU)

  • 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

  • Approval in Principle

    Grant of Approval in Principle from the CIU

  • 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

  • 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.

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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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