St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship

St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment

St Kitts and Nevis CBI Program: benefits, required investment, obtaining period, 156 visa-free countries, and more. Contact our expert team for all the details.

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St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship

St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship program is a chance to get another passport for optimizing your business, taxes, and traveling.

Having this passport will free you from the lengthy visa application process – you will be able to travel to over 150 countries visa-free.

Opening bank accounts abroad is also easy if you are a St Kitts and Nevis citizen.

Applicants have several investing options – they can donate money to the Sustainable Island State Contribution Fund, buy a property or shares of it, or choose a Public Good Investment Option.

The investor’s family members are eligible for getting citizenship as well.

Main Advantages

More than 150 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations
No taxes on income, inheritance, wealth, gift, and capital
Travel to the USA with a 10-year visa
Amazing vacation destination
No language or other tests required

About the location

Country
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Capital
Basseterre
Currency
East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Languages
English
Time Zone
UTC-4 (AST)

Key features

Minimum investment
$250,000
Obtaining period
from 6 months
Number of visa-free countries
156

General Conditions

Need to visit the country
No
Need to stay in the country
No
Dual citizenship allowed
Yes
Hereditary
Yes

What is CBI Program?

CBI (Citizenship by Investment) program is among the oldest in the world. It has been in operation for almost 30 years. Applicants have several investing options and can acquire passports for their family members. The minimum investment amount is $250,000.

St Kitts and Nevis Passport for Foreigners

Foreign nationals who wish to have a solid plan B can choose to get a St Kitts and Nevis passport. The appealing part is that you do not have to fly to the islands to obtain your new citizenship. The whole process can be done remotely.

Here are 3 main routes to get the passport:

Also:

Donation to the Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF) was changed to donation to the Sustainable Island State Contribution Fund (SISC) starting from July 27, 2023.

The real estate option implies that you invest a minimum of $400,000 into a government-approved real estate project.

Two or more applicants may invest $400,000 each in private real estate.

Investing in real estate can be done in two ways: putting money into commercial projects or purchasing private property.

Citizenship for You and Your Family

Not only your children but also your closest family members will have the opportunity to get a new passport — for example, your spouse, your or your spouse’s parents.

To qualify for CBI as an additional applicant, parents must be older than 65 y.o. and depend financially on the investor.

Benefits

St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Benefits

Our goal is simple – provide successful entrepreneurs and investors with high-level services to solve their problems by reducing their taxes, getting second citizenship and investing overseas.

150+ visa-free travel states

Passport holders enjoy full Schengen privileges and can travel to around 156 countries worldwide, either without a visa or with a visa on arrival. No visa is required to visit the United Kingdom, Ireland, Singapore, Hong Kong, Russia, Brazil, and more. Getting visas to other countries like the UAE, Vietnam, or South Africa is super simple.

Favorable taxation

When becoming a citizen of St Kitts and Nevis, you are exempt from an income tax as well as inheritance, wealth, gift, and capital taxes. The country’s tax residents do not pay dividends, royalties, or interest taxes.

10-year US visa

With a St Kitts and Nevis passport, you are welcome to enter the United States after getting a B-1/B-2 10-year visa. Investors can stay in the US for 180 consecutive days and have access to business matters, medical treatment, and tourism.

Business prospects

You can ease the process of working with your business partners by establishing a company in a country. One of the advantages is that there are no exchange control regulations. Plus, the information about beneficial owners of companies is confidential: the data is disclosed only to registration agents and banks, and access to it is not public.

Dual citizenship

St Kitts and Nevis citizenship allows you to keep your previous passports unless there are no restrictions from the other country. You can become a country’s citizen without even visiting the islands.

Great vacation location

St Kitts and Nevis is located on two picturesque islands in the Caribbean. You can plan a vacation there and enjoy white or black sandy beaches, tropical forests, a warm climate, the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, and much more. Owning a local passport will let you stay in this magnificent place for however much you want.

No language or history tests

To participate in the CBI program, you do not need to take an Oath, any language, history, or other tests as it is often required in other countries. Moreover, you can go through the whole process remotely.

Inheritable Citizenship

Citizenship of St Kitts and Nevis is hereditary. If an investor already has children younger than 25, they can be included in the application and get citizenship at an extra cost. In case the child is born after the applicant obtains citizenship, the newborn will be eligible for citizenship by descent at no additional charge.

Caribbean Community Citizen

Saint Kitts and Nevis Economic Citizenship Programme grants permanent residence in most member countries of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), which includes 15 Caribbean states.

Total privacy

The state does not share information about its citizens and their property with third parties. Your participation in the investment program will remain secret.

Drawbacks

Possible Drawbacks

Mandatory Interview

From July 27, 2023, new rules were introduced: an applicant must pass a mandatory interview either online or in person at a consulate, embassy, or in St Kitts and Nevis.

Not the Cheapest CBI

Due to drastic changes, the St Kitts and Nevis CBI is no longer the most cost-effective program for obtaining citizenship. The minimum investment required was doubled from $125,000 to $250,000.

St Kitts and Nevis 150+ visa-free countries

Asia

Armenia
Hong Kong
Georgia
Israel
Indonesia
Qatar
United Arab Emirates
Singapore
Turkey
Philippines
South Korea
+24 countries

Africa

Botswana
Egypt
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Cape Verde
South Africa
Madagascar
Morocco
Mozambique
Tanzania
Tunisia
+22 countries

Europe

Austria
Belgium
United Kingdom
Germany
Iceland
Spain
Italy
Netherlands
Norway
Portugal
France
+36 countries

Oceania

Australia
Vanuatu
Micronesia
New Zealand
Cook Islands
Palau
Papua New Guinea
Tuvalu
Fiji
French Polynesia
+10 countries

North America

Antigua and Barbuda
Bahamas
Grenada
Dominica
Cayman Islands
Canada
Costa Rica
Mexico
Panama
Puerto Rico
USA
+23 countries

South America

South America
Argentina
Bolivia Brazil
Colombia
Curacao
Paraguay
Peru
Falkland Islands
Chile
Ecuador
+5 countries

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How to Become St Kitts and Nevis Economic Citizen

There are three main investment options to acquire citizenship:

  • Donation to a Sustainable Island State Contribution Fund
  • Investing in real estate
  • Public Good Investment Option (PGIO)

Estimated Expenses

Option 1

Donation to a Sustainable Island State Contribution Fund

Main features:

• Non-refundable contribution to a governmental fund

• Most cost-effective option to apply for citizenship

• Help develop crucial areas such as healthcare, education, infrastructure, tourism, alternative energy, etc.

Required amount

From $250,000

Donation amount (Investor)

$250,000

Donation amount (Investor + Spouse)

$300,000

Family of 2+

$350,000 – applicant, spouse, and 1 or 2 dependents ORapplicant and 2-3 dependents

+$50,000 for each additional dependent under 18 y.o.

+$75,000 for each additional dependent over 18 y.o

Option 2

Investing in real estate

Main features:

• Buy shares of properties in development projects, e.g., resorts and hotels

• Invest in commercial property with a 1-5% per annum yield

• To be maintained for at least 7 years

• The real estate must be approved by the government

Required amount

From $400,000

Donation amount (Investor)

$400,000

(State fee: $25,000)

Donation amount (Investor + Spouse)

$400,000

(State fee: $40,000)

Family of 2+

$400,000

(State fee: $25,000)

+$15,000 for a spouse, dependant over 18 y.o.

+$10,000 for a dependant under 18 y.o.

Option 3

Investing in real estate

Main features:

• Buy private homes

• Full title deed

• To be maintained for at least 7 years

• The real estate must be approved by the government

• Private dwelling can be bought by 2 or more applicants as long as each of them invests a minimum of $400,000

Required amount

From $800,000

Donation amount (Investor)

$400,000

(State fee: $25,000)

Donation amount (Investor + Spouse)

$400,000

(State fee: $40,000)

Family of 2+

$400,000

(State fee: $25,000)

+$15,000 for a spouse, dependant over 18 y.o.

+$10,000 for a dependant under 18 y.o.

Option 4

Public Good Investment Option

Main features:

•Non-refundable contribution to a governmental fund

•Get citizenship in 1 year – €750,000 contribution

•Acquire residence permit first – €12,000 minimum rent per year (1 year in total)

•Get citizenship – €700,000 minimum to buy a property (keep for at least 5 years)

Required amount

From $250,000

Donation amount (Investor)

$250,000

(State fee: $25,000)

Donation amount (Investor + Spouse)

$250,000

(State fee: $40,000)

Family of 2+

$250,000

(State fee: $25,000)

+$15,000 for a spouse, dependant over 18 y.o.

+$10,000 for a dependant under 18 y.o.

Additional expenses and fees:

Requirements for an applicant

Requirements for applicant’s family members

Spouse

Children (18-25 y.o.)

Children (over 18 y.o)

Parents

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How it works

The Process of Obtaining St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship

01

Inspection

Checking your documentation to ensure that it meets immigration regulations and examining the transparency of your investment money.

02

Investment options

Selecting the investment option that suits you the most. If you choose to buy real estate, we will help you to find the approved property.

03

Collecting Documents

Collecting all the necessary papers, translating and notarising copies, submitting documents, and managing the entire process.

04

Document & Background check

The government’s citizenship office will check all applicant's documents and background through Due Diligence. Children under 16 y.o. do not have to undergo this procedure.

05

investor review

St Kitts and Nevis CBI unit reviews the investor's application at this stage. At the completion of the verification procedure, it informs us about their decision.

06

investment fulfillment

After receiving a favorable decision, the applicant fulfills the chosen investment condition. It must be done within 90 days.

07

passport delivery

Our client obtains the passport and naturalization certificate of St Kitts and Nevis. You can have them delivered to any of your addresses or our office so we can pass them to you.

Buying or Renting a Property in St Kitts and Nevis 

One of the possible routes to becoming a St Kitts and Nevis citizen is to purchase real estate on one of the islands. Once you start exploring the local property market, you will discover multiple alluring options: beach-front villas, luxury mansions, spacious houses tucked away in the lush hills, apartment buildings, and cottages with vast grounds and swimming pools.

If you need any help with searching for your perfect home on the islands, you can count on us. Our expert team will assist you in finding the most suitable property on the local market.

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Why Choose Us?

Going through the process of acquiring new citizenship can appear to be a daunting task. You will need to find out what documents to submit, how to pass due diligence, why some applicants receive a rejection, how much time the process lasts, how to transfer money, and so much more.

The owner of our company has a St Kitts and Nevis passport and went through the whole procedure himself. We know everything about all the requirements and aspects of getting this citizenship. Our team will find the most suitable option for you so you can obtain your new passport as soon as possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We get thousands of questions from readers monthly, here are the most frequent ones.

Can I get St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment by myself?

St Kitts and Nevis does not allow individuals to apply for the CBI program on their own. It can only be done by a licensed agent or approved intermediary like Wealthy Expat.

How much is St Kitts and Nevis citizenship?

The amount of investment starts at $250,000.

How long will it take to become a citizen?

Usually, the whole process takes about 6 months or more.

Can I buy St Kitts and Nevis passport?

You can make an investment to receive a new passport. There are 3 main investment options available starting from $250,000.

Is it necessary to come to St Kitts and Nevis to obtain citizenship?

No, there is no need to come to the state to receive the passport. You can go through the procedure remotely.

Who can be exempt from paying the due diligence fee?

Dependants under 16 are exempt from paying the due diligence fee.

How long is the passport valid?

The passport is valid for 10 years, after which it can be renewed at an embassy or consulate.

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