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Saint Kitts & Nevis Citizenship
by Investment Program

St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program: Overview

St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment is the oldest CBI program in the world, making it one of the most established and reputable programs of its kind. Requiring a minimum investment of $125,000 in a St. Kitts & Nevis government fund or real estate property, eligible applicants can benefit from life-long St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship, visa-free travel to more than 150 worldwide countries, first-class healthcare and education, and all the advantages of being a St. Kitts and Nevis citizen. Eligible individuals, wishing the same benefits and opportunities for their families, can choose to include their spouses and dependents to their CBI program application.

Minimum investment

US $125,000

Processing Time

4-6 Months

Visa free travel

150+ Destinations

Investment options

Government fund or real estate property.

St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Benefits

Eligible individuals and families will enjoy the many benefits the St. Kitts & Nevis CBI program has to offer:

Dual Citizenship

Enjoy all the advantages of being a St. Kitts and Nevis citizen and pass down the St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship to your children and future generations.

Travel Freedom

Enjoy visa-free travel to over 150 countries around the world.

Hassle-free Process

The St. Kitts and Nevis application is simple and efficient, with processing times of approximately four months and our team of experts assisting you every step of way.

Investment opportunity

A secure investment opportunity on a luxurious Caribbean island that is a politically stable and environmentally safe country.

No Residency Requirement

You can live wherever you want, without having to reside in St. Kitts and Nevis in order to maintain your St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship.

Family Membership

You have the opportunity to include family members in your St. Kitts and Nevis CBI application, including spouses and dependent children, parents, and siblings.

Healthcare & Education

Being a St. Kitts and Nevis citizen gains you access to first-class healthcare and education systems.

Tax Benefits

St. Kitts and Nevis offers tax benefits and advantages, including no wealth, gift, inheritance, foreign income, or capital gains taxes.

St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Options

1. Donation

The Donation option is a minimum $125,000 contribution to the St. Kitts & Nevis government’s Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF), established to support the development of the St. Kitts & Nevis economy. This option is the fastest and simplest way to obtain a second citizenship.

The SGF program is currently offering eligible applicants a reduction in the minimum investment required and processing time until final approval – a limited-time offer until June 30, 2023.
Main applicant:
$125,000
Main applicant + spouse:
$150,000
Main applicant + 3 dependents:
$170,000
Additional dependents 18 years or older:
$25,000 per applicant
Please note that additional due diligence and processing fees are not included.

2. Real Estate

The Real Estate option is a minimum $200,000 USD investment for 3 years in an approved Dominica real estate project. This option offers the opportunity to own a valuable asset in a prime location, with the right to sell the property after three years and still keep Dominican citizenship.

Option 1: $200,000

This Real Estate option is a minimum $200,000 USD investment in an approved St. Kitts & Nevis real estate property. This option offers the opportunity to own a valuable asset in a prime location, with the right to sell the property after 7 years and maintain the St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship.

Option 2: $400,000

This Real Estate option is a minimum $400,000 investment in a government-approved St. Kitts & Nevis private home. This Private Home Sale option offers the opportunity to own a valuable asset in a prime location, with the right to sell the property after 5 years and maintain the St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship.
Administration fees to the two Real Estate options include:
Main applicant:
$25,000
Main applicant’s spouse:
$15,000
Dependents under 18 years:
$10,000
Dependents over 18 years:
$15,000
Applicants should be aware that additional costs to investments may include compulsory insurance fund contributions or other fees associated with real estate purchases.

3. Public Benefit

This Public Benefit option is a minimum $175,000 USD investment in an approved St. Kitts & Nevis Public Benefit Project, designed to help enhance employment and develop economic programs in capacity building and technology transfer. Investors can apply to the CIU to become an Approved Public Benefactor and their project designated as an Approved Public Benefit Project for sale.

Administration Fees

Main applicant:
$25,000

Spouse:
$15,000

Dependents under 18 years:
$10,000

Dependents over 18 years:
$15,000

Additional fees to all above options include:

Processing Fees
$250 per application

Due Diligence Fees

Main applicant: $7,500

Spouse: $4,000

Dependents 16 years or older: $4,000

Certificate of Registration
$50 per applicant

Expedited Passport Issuance Fee
$450 per application

St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship Requirements

To be eligible to apply for the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program, applicants must meet an initial set of requirements, including:

Minimum age

The main applicant must be 18 years or older.

Due diligence

Applicants will be subject to background checks, ensuring they are of good character and reputation.

Clean criminal record

The main applicant and family members must have clean criminal records and no history of prejudicial activities.

Health

Applicants must pass medical examinations, proving they are free of any contagious diseases.

Financial means

Applicants should have the means to make a qualifying investment in one of the St. Kitts & Nevis CBI options.
The Platform Citizenship team will then assist clients who meet the above set of requirements to the next steps of the application process.

Application Steps

Consultation

Our team will consult with you to better understand your specific needs and investment goals, and then inform you about the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment options that meet your expectations.

Document collection

Our team will guide you in collecting the necessary documents required for the St. Kitts & Nevis CBI application. Whether you need document samples or best practice advice, we will be with you every step of the way.

Application submission

Our team will submit the St. Kitts & Nevis CBI application to the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), making sure that all requirements are met and necessary documents included.

Due diligence:

The applicant will undergo background checks with CIU, proving a clean criminal record and history free of any prejudicial activities.

Approval & payment

The St. Kitts & Nevis CBI applicant will make the necessary investment required by the St. Kitts & Nevis CBI option they have selected, in addition to any additional fees. Our team will assist the applicant during the investment process, making sure that all required documents are correct and included.

Citizenship certification

The St. Kitts & Nevis CBI applicant will receive a St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship Certificate. Our team will assist the applicant in the issuance of the citizenship certificate, making sure that all required documents are correct and included.

Passport application

Our team will apply for the St. Kitts & Nevis passport on the applicant’s behalf, making sure that all required documents are correct and included.

FAQs

The minimum investment required for the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment program is USD 125,000. Costs will increase with the addition of family members, accelerated application option, and with the associated additional fees.
The St. Kitts & Nevis CBI application process can take up to 4 to 6 months from the date of submission until final approval and passport issuance. Accelerated applications are available for additional costs.
The St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship benefits its holders with lifelong citizenship that can be passed down to children and future generations, visa-free travel to over 150 worldwide countries, access to first class education and healthcare systems, business opportunities, tax benefits, legacy planning, asset diversification, increased personal security and stability, and all the living and working advantages St. Kitts & Nevis has to offer.
Yes, spouses and dependent children, parents, and siblings can be included in the main applicant’s St. Kitts & Nevis CBI program application. Additional fees will apply.
Yes, you can retain your original citizenship, while also obtaining St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship through the CBI program, as St. Kitts & Nevis permits dual citizenship.