CITIZENSHIP​

Saint Lucia offers a Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) that was established in 2015. The programme is designed to attract foreign investment and stimulate economic growth in the country. Through this programme, individuals and their families can obtain Saint Lucian citizenship by making a qualifying investment.

Key Features of Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programme:

Investment Options:

• National Economic Fund (NEF) Contribution: A non-refundable donation to the NEF, which supports various public and private sector projects. The minimum contribution is $100,000 for a single applicant, $140,000 for a main applicant and spouse, $150,000 for a family of up to four, and $15,000 for each additional dependent.
• Real Estate Investment: Purchase government-approved real estate with a minimum value of $200,000. The real estate must be held for at least five years.
• Enterprise Project Investment: Invest in an approved enterprise project (enterprise projects sanctioned by the government of Saint Lucia). The minimum investment requirement is $3.5 million, along with the creation of at least three permanent jobs, or a joint investment of $6 million (with each applicant contributing at least $1 million), creating at least six jobs.
• Government Bonds: Purchase non-interest-bearing government bonds amounting to $500,000 for a single applicant. For a main applicant and spouse, the requirement is $535,250, for a family of up to four, $550,000, and additional amounts for larger families. The bonds must be retained for at least five years.
  
  

Residency Requirement:

• There is no mandatory residency requirement for applicants.
  
  

Application Process:

• Initial Consultation: Engage with an authorised agent to guide you through the process.
• Document Preparation: Gather the necessary documents, including identification, proof of funds, medical examinations and a clean criminal record certification.
• Application Submission: Submit the completed application through an authorised agent.
• Due Diligence: Undergo a thorough due diligence process to verify the background and integrity of the applicant.
• Approval and Investment: Upon approval in principle, make the required investment and pay any related government fees.
• Citizenship Certificate: Once the investment is confirmed, receive the Certificate of Naturalisation, allowing you to apply for a Saint Lucian passport.
  
  

Processing Time:

• The processing time is typically around three to four months from submission to approval.
  
  

Benefits:

• Visa-Free Travel: Saint Lucian passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 145 countries, including the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong and Singapore.
• Dual Citizenship: The programme allows dual citizenship, so applicants do not need to renounce their existing nationality.
• Tax Efficiency: Saint Lucia offers a favourable tax environment with no capital gains, wealth, or inheritance taxes.
• Quality of Life: Known for its stunning natural beauty, including the Pitons, plentiful rainforests and beaches. Saint Lucia offers a high standard of living and a peaceful environment.
• Family Inclusion: You can include your spouse, dependent children under 30, dependent parents above 55, and dependent unmarried siblings under 18 in the application.
• Confidential Process: The application process is confidential, and the government does not disclose information to the applicant’s home country.