Stunning natural scenery, pure and warm skies, and white and fine beaches make St. Kitts and Nevis one of the best tourist destinations in the Caribbean. The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program will give investors the opportunity to quickly obtain citizenship within a few months.
Why choose Saint Kitts and Nevis ?
This beautiful twin-island country, located in the tropics and surrounded by clear blue waters, has a thriving trade and tourism economy. It has convenient external transportation, with multiple flights to Europe and the United States every day, and offers its residents and citizens some coveted advantages, such as dual citizenship and exemption from global income tax. The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program is the longest-established program of its kind, offering applicants a range of unique benefits:
Fast processing in four months.
Fast application process – get approved within 60 days.
Includes dependent children under 30 years old and dependent parents or grandparents over 55 years old.
This includes the main applicant’s siblings who are under 30 years of age, have no children and require financial support.
No actual residence requirement.
There is no need to travel to St. Kitts and Nevis during the application process.
No interview, education or management experience required.
You can travel visa-free to many countries and regions, including the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Singapore, etc.
No taxation on worldwide income.
St. Kitts and Nevis recognizes dual citizenship, so investors can still enjoy the advantages of their existing passport.
St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Eligibility
The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme was established in 1984 under Section 3(5) of Part II of the Citizenship Act 1984 and is the oldest Citizenship by Investment Programme in the world.
To qualify for St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship, applicants must meet one of the following investment requirements in addition to:
Excellent moral character.
No criminal records.
In good health.
High net worth individuals.
St. Kitts and Nevis Investment Options
Sustainable Growth Fund: In April 2018, St. Kitts and Nevis launched a permanent investment fund to replace the Hurricane Aid Fund that was temporarily established in 2017 to respond to the devastation caused by hurricanes in the Caribbean. The new Sustainable Growth Fund accepts donations of the following thresholds: In addition, a due diligence fee is charged as follows:
$150,000: Apply separately
$25,000: Spouse
$10,000: For each additional dependent
Real estate investment: A. Applicants can purchase government-approved properties worth no less than $400,000 for a five-year holding period, or purchase shares in a real estate development of equal value, and the investment must be held for more than five years. B. Applicants can invest $200,000 in a government-approved luxury resort for a seven-year holding period, and the investment must be held for more than seven years. In either case, investors will need to pay additional taxes and fees. Global Immigration Consulting Services Ltd. carefully selects quality projects for its clients. Please contact us for details.
Alternative Investment Option (AIO): The Alternative Investment Option (AIO) is the third form of investment under the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program. The AIO is designed to provide a way to realize capital investment in infrastructure projects that have been pre-qualified by the government. The principal applicant and up to three family members are eligible for St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship with an investment of $175,000. Additional dependents need to invest $10,000, and the principal applicant's brothers and sisters need to invest $20,000 each. The government fee is the same as for real estate investment.
population growth | 0.75% |
GDP per capita | $25,500 |
Purchasing power per capita | $1.427 billion |
Passport visa-free countries | 145 |
Location
Caribbean region, an island country in the Caribbean Sea, 1/3 of the distance between Puerto Rico and Trinidad and Tobago
capital
Basseterre
jet lag
UTC-4
National Land area
261 square kilometers
Age Demographics
0-14 : 20.61%
15-24 : 14.82%
25-54 : 44.85%
55-64 : 11.38%
65+ : 8.34%
official language
English
Religious beliefs
Anglican, other Protestant, Roman Catholic
politics
Federal parliamentary democracy (National Assembly) under the constitutional monarchy and Commonwealth system
currency
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD), pegged to the US dollar
exchange rate
1 USD = 2.7 ECB
Questions and Answers
Are there any residency requirements for applying for a St. Kitts and Nevis passport?
There are no entry requirements during the application process and no residency requirements to retain a St. Kitts and Nevis passport.
How long is my St. Kitts and Nevis passport valid for?
How long does it take to complete a real estate settlement in St. Kitts and Nevis?
Is my unborn child eligible for St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship?
Can two or more applicants apply for St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship together?
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