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Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Program

Type of investment
Donation - Real Estate

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146+ countries and territories

St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program

Saint Kitts and Nevis was the first Caribbean country to launch the Citizenship by Investment program, established in 1984 in order to support the economic growth and expand the private and public sectors of the economy. In return, it allows foreign investors obtain permanent legal citizenship and second passport within 4 to 6 months. St. Kitts & Nevis has a strong track record of issuing second citizenship to investors on an international level.

Notice: The citizenship program of Saint Kitts and Nevis restricts nationals from Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, and Russia from applying to the program.

Citizenship by investment in St. Kitts and Nevis is available through four options.

Saint Kitts and Nevis Overview

St. Kitts and Nevis are mountainous siblings that represent two sides of one coin. Both islands offer a secluded and relaxing retreat that could be seen in a day but explored in a lifetime

Language

English

Currency

Eastern Caribbean Dollar

Total Area

261 km2

Capital

Basseterre

Government

Federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy

Population

54,000

St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship and Passport Benefits

The citizenship program of Saint Kitts and Nevis holds the strongest credentials for being the oldest citizenship program in the Caribbean. It does not require an applicant to take any language test nor do they need to reside or visit the country. St Kitts and Nevis passport holders can vote, purchase property, hold dual citizenship, as well as live and work in the country.

St Kitts and Nevis passport holders are privileged to numerous benefits:

Visa-free access to over 146 countries and territories
Citizenship is inheritable by new-born
Allows dual citizenship
Possibility to include family members in the same application
No imposed taxes on non-residents

Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Options

Option 1: Sustainable Island State Contribution Option (SISC)

The Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) in St Kitts and Nevis supports economic and social development through prioritized areas like green energy adoption, economic diversification, attracting and supporting sustainable industries, and enhancing social protections.
A non-refundable contribution depending on the number of dependents included in the application:


Single applicant				$250,000 USD
Main Applicant with up to three dependents				$250,000 USD
Additional dependent under 18 years of age				$25,000 USD per applicant
Additional dependent 18 years of age or over				$50,000 USD per applicant

Option 2: Real Estate Investment

The applicant must invest in a government-approved real estate project within Saint Kitts and Nevis at a minimum value of US $325,000 (resalable after seven (7) years).
The following government fees also apply depending on the number of dependents included in the application:


Single applicant				$25,000 USD
spouse				$15,000 USD
Dependents under 18 years of age				$10,000 USD per applicant
Dependents aged 18 years or older				$15,000 USD per applicant

Option 3: Public Benefit Option (PBO)

The Public Benefit Option provides applicants the opportunity to invest in projects that boost industry development or finance the construction of real estate developments on state land. These projects aim to maximize the employment of locals, bring substantial benefit to the people of St. Kitts and Nevis, and embark upon programs including the transfer of technology and local capacity building. The minimum investment amount for this option is US $250,000.
The following post-approval application fees also apply depending on the number of dependents included in the application:


Single applicant				$25,000 USD
spouse				$15,000 USD
Dependents under 18 years of age				$10,000 USD per applicant
Dependents aged 18 years or older				$15,000 USD per applicant

Additional Fees for St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Options


Application fee				$250 USD per applicant
Due diligence for main applicant				$10,000 USD
Due diligence for spouse				$7,500 USD
Due diligence for dependents above 16 years old				$7,500 USD per applicant
Passport fee				$361 USD per applicant
Certificate of Registration, stamp fee				$50 USD per applicant

How to Qualify for St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship

Main applicant to Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship must be at least 18 years old
Applicants must hold no criminal record
Must prove the source of fund for the investment
Dependent children under the age of 25
Dependent parents above the age of 55
Must undergo due diligence checks to gain approval
All applicants aged sixteen years and over must undergo virtual interviews

How to Apply and Obtain Saint Kitts and Nevis Passport

Notice: Only authorized & international marketing agents are allowed to promote Saint Kitts and Nevis program. Guide Consultants is an international marketing agent listed under the Citizenship by Investment Unit to promote & provide full services for Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment program.

Our specialized team will work with you to collect, translate and notarize the documents required, while ensuring all documents adhere to St. Kitts & Nevis government's requirements.
The documents will be submitted together with the due diligence and Application fees to the government of St. Kitts & Nevis. Your application will start; due diligence will be performed.
Once we secure the initial approval, St. Kitts & Nevis government will send a letter requesting the remaining funds.
You make your investment for the program you have chosen.
You receive your Certificate of Registration - you are now a citizen of St. Kitts & Nevis.
Your Guide Consultants advisor applies for your St. Kitts & Nevis passport and delivers it to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saint Kitts and Nevis safe?

Saint Kitts is well known for tourism and its generally safe for travelers

How do I become a citizen of St Kitts?

St. Kitts offers citizenship through four investment options, including the Sustainable Island State Contribution Option (SISC), Real Estate investment in an approved project under St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit, Private Home Sale Investment Option, and Public Benefit Option.

Does St Kitts allow dual citizenship?

Yes, St Kitts does allow dual citizenship and will never ask investors to give up their existing citizenship, also St Kitts will not report citizenship details to the investor’s existing country of citizenship.

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