Citizenship by Investment in

St. Kitts and Nevis

Benefit of St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Program

St. Kitts and Nevis citizens can travel visa-free to 156 countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong, the UK, Ireland and the Schengen countries. The St. Kitts and Nevis passport provides more travel opportunities than any other Caribbean passport.

St. Kitts and Nevis citizens can get a 10-year B-1/B-2 visa to the USA. It allows the holder to travel around the country, visit friends and family, participate in business meetings and get medical treatment in American clinics.

Citizens have the right to register a company in St Kitts and Nevis. It helps investors in working with their foreign partners. For example, payments can be made without worrying about foreign exchange control regulations. The beneficial owner’s data is not entered in the commercial register when registering a company.

St. Kitts and Nevis tax residents do not pay taxes on dividends, interest or royalties. There is no tax on wages, capital gains or inheritance in the country.

Investors and their families may visit the islands anytime and stay as long as they wish. St Kitts and Nevis is an attractive place for a vacation because of warm climate, beautiful nature and beaches with white or black sand.

St. Kitts and Nevis is a Commonwealth of Nations and Caribbean Community member. That is why the country´s citizens may use privileges in som other states, like visa-free entry or business benefits.

An investor can get a St. Kitts and Nevis passport in several months without living in the country or even visiting it. Also, one can ask for an accelerated procedure and get the decisions in the application in two months. The country allows dual citizenship, so one can keep their previous passports if other countries allow it, too.

A minor child of a citizen may apply for the country´s citizenship by registration,

The St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment program is the oldest in the world: it was launched in 1984. Since then, more than 20,000 applicants have received passports. Investors contribute $125,000+ to the state fund, buy real estate for $200,000+ or make Public Good Investments of at least $175,000. Real estate investment can be returned in 5—7 years. Investors don’t take language proficiency tests or history exams to get citizenship. There are no residency requirements: applicants don’t have to come to St Kitts and Nevis before or after obtaining their passport. An investor’s spouse, children, parents and siblings can get passports under the program. In addition, St Kitts and Nevis citizenship is hereditary.

 

Investment options in St. Kitts and Nevis

St Kitts and Nevis allow applicants to choose whether to make a non-refundable contribution to the Sustainable Development Fund, invest in real estate or make an Approved Public Good Investment

OPTION 1

Non-refundable contribution $125,000+

Investors contribute to the Sustainable Growth Fund. The government of St Kitts and Nevis spends the fund’s resources on health care, education, tourism, culture and alternative energy.

The contribution is non-refundable and doesn’t bring income.

Until 30th June 2023, there is a Limited Time Offer: the investment amount is reduced by $25,000. All applications under this offer qualify for the accelerated procedure with a processing timeframe of 60 days instead of 90 with no additional fee. From 1st July 2023, the minimum investment amount will be $150,000.

OPTION 2

Real estate purchase $200,000+

St Kitts and Nevis offers two options for real estate investors.

1. $200,000+ go for a share or a whole property in a government-approved real estate project. The projects include five-star hotels and resorts, and objects of other kinds. The property can be sold in 7 years. The investor also earns an income of 2 to 5% per annum from leasing the property.

2. $400,000 is the minimum investment in a private dwelling house or a singlefamily condominium unit designated as an Approved Private Home. Two or more main applicants may buy a home together if each main applicant invests at least $400,000.

Approved Private Home can’t be sold for at least 5 years and converted into apartments or condominiums.

 

OPTION 3

Public Benefit Option $175,000+

Applicants invest in projects that are considered Approved Public Benefit Projects.

 

We collaborate with

Licensed Agent

The St Kitts and Nevis law prohibits investors from applying for citizenship by investment on their own. The applicant must contact a licensed agent to participate in the St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment program. The licensed agent is a consulting company that assists applicants at every stage of obtaining citizenship. Our Collaborative Partner Immigrant Invest is a licensed agent of the St Kitts and Nevis citizenship program.

 

Not sure which investment option suits you?

Navigating the world of Citizenship by Investment programs can be challenging. Whether you’re considering relocating to Europe or tax optimization, our team of experts is here to help you make informed decisions tailored to your unique needs.

Who is eligible for St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship

  • Over 18 years old
  • No criminal record or prosecution
  • No serious illnesses
  • Stable income
  • Capable of confirming the legality of the income
  • Opposite sex
  • No criminal records
  • In full-time attendance at a recognized secondary or tertiary-level institution of learning
  • Full financially dependent on the investor
  • Over 55
  • Fully financially dependent on the investor or the investors spouse
  • Under 25
  • Unmarried
  • No children
  • Financially dependent on the investor or the investor´s spouse

Document checklist

To ensure a successful application, make sure all required documents are gathered and up to date.

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