Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Program
4 - 6 months
US $150,000
Donation - Real Estate
157 Including Schengen and UK
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 and Iran from applying to the program.
Citizenship by investment in St. Kitts and Nevis is available through two options.
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Non-refundable contribution under the Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF)
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Real Estate investment in an approved project under St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit
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
54,961St 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:
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Visa-free access to over 155 countries and territories, including Schengen zone & UK
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Citizenship is inheritable by new-born
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Allows dual citizenship
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Easier access to the US & Canada
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Permanent residency status
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No imposed taxes on non-residents
Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Options
Option 1: The Sustainable Growth Fund (Donation)
The Sustainable Growth Fund was launched to benefit all citizens by empowering priority areas such as local business cultivation, national culture, tourism, infrastructure, healthcare, and education. A non-refundable contribution depending on the number of dependents included in the application:
Single applicant
US $150,000
Main applicant and spouse
US $175,000
Family of four
US $195,000
Additional dependents (except siblings)
US $10,000 per applicant
Dependent siblings
US $20,000 per applicant
Family up to four Limited Time Offer (until 31 Dec. 2021)
US $150,000
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 $200,000 (resalable after seven (7) years) or US $400,000 (resalable after five (5) years). The following government fees also apply depending on the number of dependents included in the application:
Single applicant
US $35,000
Spouse
US $20,000
Additional dependents (except siblings)
US $10,000 per applicant
Dependent siblings
US $40,000 per applicant
Additional Fees for St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Options
Application fee
US $250 per applicant
Due diligence for main applicant
US $7,500
Due diligence for spouse
US $4,000
Due diligence for dependents above 16 years old
US $4,000 per applicant
Passport fee
US $450 per applicant
Certificate of Registration, stamp fee
US $50 per applicant
How to Qualify for St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship
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Main applicant to Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship must be at least 18 years old
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Applicants must hold no criminal record
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Must prove the source of fund for the investment
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Dependent children under the age of 30
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Dependent parents above the age of 55
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Unmarried dependent siblings under the age of 30
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Must undergo due diligence checks to gain approval
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.
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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.
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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.
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Once we secure the initial approval, St. Kitts & Nevis government will send a letter requesting the remaining funds.
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You make your investment for the program you have chosen.
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You receive your Certificate of Registration - you are now a citizen of St. Kitts & Nevis.
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Your Guide Consultants advisor applies for your St. Kitts & Nevis passport and delivers it to you.
Visa free countries for Saint Kitts
Over the past number of years, the government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has been successfully working on expanding its list of Visa-free countries
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