These programmes are not covered by UK immigration legislation or IAA regulation; applications are processed through authorised agents of the respective country.
The passport grants visa-free entry to over 150 countries, and there is no personal income tax in the country.
Advantages of St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship
- Visa-free travel to over 150 countries
- No personal income tax
- Three distinct investment routes: Donation, Public Benefit Project, and Real Estate
- Lifetime citizenship; transferable to future generations
- Dual citizenship is permitted
- No residency, language, or education requirements
- Right to live, work, and settle in CARICOM countries
Investment Options
Government Contribution
- USD 250,000 for the main applicant and up to 3 dependents
- USD 25,000 for each additional dependent under 18 years old
- USD 50,000 for each additional dependent over 18 years old
Public Benefit Project
- Minimum USD 250,000 to an approved public benefit project
Real Estate Investment
- Minimum USD 325,000 in an approved real estate project
- Minimum USD 600,000 in an approved standalone private dwelling
- Property must be held for 7 years
Application Requirements
- The main applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
- Applicants must be of good character; minor or expunged offences are excluded.
- There should be no ongoing criminal investigation against the applicant.
- Applicants must not have been refused a visa by a country that offers visa-free travel and must not have subsequently failed to obtain approval.
- The applicant must not have been bankrupt in the last 10 years.
- Applications must be submitted through a government-authorised agent.
Family Members Who Can Be Included in the Programme
- Spouse
- Children under 18 years old
- Children aged 18–30 (application must be made before their 30th birthday)
- Parents over 55 years old
Process and Duration
The processing time from application to passport issuance is 6–10 months.
- Pre-assessment, KYC, and eligibility checks
- Preparation of application forms; payment of legal and due diligence fees
- Submission of the application through an authorised agent
- Payment of investment balance and government fees after approval
- Receipt of the Certificate of Citizenship
- Issuance of passports for all family members
Frequently Asked Questions
The holding period in St. Kitts and Nevis is 7 years. In the other four programmes, this period is 5 years.
It is an investment in infrastructure or development projects approved by the government. The minimum amount is USD 250,000.
Yes, provided the application is made before their 30th birthday.
Pre-Assessment
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