What is the St. Lucia Citizenship by investment program?
The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program is for eligible individuals and their families looking to obtain a second passport an alternative citizenship in St. Lucia. This program requires a financial commitment of at least USD 100,000 government donation, or a minimum investment of USD 300,000 in government bonds. Successful applicants are granted St. Lucia citizenship for life.
Advantages of Saint Lucia citizenship
- Citizenship and a second passport for life for the applicant and dependent family members
- Dependents included:
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- Spouse
- Children up to 30 years old
- Parents above 55 years old
- Unmarried siblings under 18
- Visa-free travel/entry to over 140 countries
- Visa Free access to Schengen Area
- Enjoy multiples tax incentives
- No requirement to reside in Saint Lucia
- No management, educational or language requirements • Possibility to live, work and settle in any other member of the CARICOM nations.
Investment Options
- Saint Lucia National Economic Fund
Minimum to be invested:
- USD 100,000 for a single applicant
- USD 140,000 for applicant & spouse
- USD 150,000 for applicant, spouse and up to two dependents
- USD 15,000 for each additional dependent
- Government Bond
Minimum to be invested:
- USD 300,000 in Government Bonds
- Valid for Main Applicant and all qualifying dependents • 100% Bond redemption without Interest after 5 years • USD 50,000 non-refundable Administrative Fee
Requirements for Saint Lucia citizenship
- Applicants must make a qualifying investment
- Be over 18 years old
- Have no criminal record
- Provide all required documents in English
- Successfully pass a due diligence check
- Have not been denied a visa from any visa free country without a subsequent visa approval
• Applicants must use an authorized government agent
Process (between 4-8 months)
- Prepare all the documents and forms required • Submit the application via an authorized agent and pay the required due diligence and government fees
- Upon approval, pay the required investment sum and naturalization & passport fees
