St. Kitts & NevisCitizenship By Investment
- Investment starts from USD 250,000
- Processing time 4-6 months
- Visa-free travel to 154 countries
- Remote application process
- Virtual Interview Required
Overview
Launched in 1984 the Saint Kitts & Nevis citizenship by investment program is the oldest in the world and it allows foreigners to attain Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship in exchange of a contribution or qualified investment in a government-approved real estate project.
Investment Options
- A non-refundable donation – Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)
- Approved Public Benefit Project
- Investment in a developers’ real estate project approved by the government
- Investment in an approved private home
Family Inclusion
The main applicant can include the following individuals as dependents in the CBI application:
- The main applicant’s spouse.
- Children under the age of 18.
- Children between the ages of 18 and 25 who are enrolled full-time in a recognized secondary or tertiary educational institution and are financially supported by the main applicant.
- Children aged 18 or older with physical or mental disabilities.
- Parents the main applicant or the spouse who are 65 years or older, residing with and financially supported by the main applicant.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, exhibit good character and health, have a clean criminal record, and display a willingness to fulfill the obligatory investment. Before being considered for approval by the CBI Unit, all applicants undergo thorough screening, which is carried out by an unbiased, third-party due diligence service provider.
Russian, Belarussian, Iranian, Iraqi, Afghan, North Korean and Cuban nationals are banned from applying, regardless of where they live.
Benefits
Visa-free travel
Post Approval Investment
Simple Application Procedure
Favorable Taxation
No Residency Requirement
Dual Citizenship allowed
Investment Options
The Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment Program provides four (4) investment avenues.
The Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)
Single Applicant | USD 250,000 |
Main applicant and spouse | USD 300,000 |
Family up to four (4) members | USD 350,000 |
Each additional minor dependent | USD 50,000 |
Each additional adult dependent | USD 75,000 |
Approved Public Benefit Project
Family of up to four (4) members | USD 250,000 |
Investment in a developers’ real estate project
Investment in real estate can be made by choosing from government-approved projects. This could involve acquiring a freehold property with a title deed, investing in hotel shares, opting for fractional ownership, or purchasing land. The investment amount along with government fees becomes payable upon approval of citizenship. The investment must be retained for at least seven (7) years
Minimum Investment | USD 400,000 |
Approved Private Home
Minimum value of condominium | USD 400,000 |
Single-family dwelling | USD 800,000 |
Due Diligence Fees
Main Applicant | USD 10,000 |
Spouse | USD 7,500 |
Each additional dependent over the age of 16 | USD 7,500 |