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St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship

Minimum investmentUSD 250,000
Processing time5-7 Months

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship overview

The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) offers eligible individuals and their families obtain full legal citizenship and passports by making a qualifying investment in St. Kitts and Nevis. The Federal Consolidated Fund requires a USD 250,000 contribution for a main applicant and up to three dependents, plus USD 25,000 per additional dependent under 18 and USD 50,000 per additional dependent over 18.


The Public Benefit Option is a USD 250,000 donation for a main applicant and all dependents. The Real Estate Investment route requires USD 325,000 in an approved project held for a minimum of seven years. The Private Home route requires either USD 325,000 in a condominium unit held for a minimum of seven years or USD 600,000 for a single-family private dwelling. Processing, due diligence, and government fees are charged in addition to these amounts.

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship benefits

  1. Citizenship for life, applicable for future generations
  2. Multiple citizenship is permitted
  3. Dependents that may be included: spouse, children under 18 years old, children 18 to 30 (must apply prior to their 30th birthday), and parents over 55 years old
  4. Visa-free travel and entry to over 150 jurisdictions
  5. Attractive tax regime, no personal taxes
  6. No language requirement
  7. No residence requirement
  8. No education or management experience required
  9. Possibility to live, work, and settle in any other member of the OECS/CARICOM nations

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship requirements

  1. The applicant must be aged 18 years or older
  2. Be of good character, excluding minor or spent convictions
  3. The applicant must not be the subject of a criminal investigation
  4. Have not been denied a visa from any visa-free country with no subsequent visa approval
  5. The application must be submitted through a government-authorised agent
  6. The applicant must not have been declared bankrupt in the last 10 years

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship investment options

  • The Donation option, a government donation:
    • USD 250,000 for an applicant with up to three dependents
    • USD 25,000 per additional dependent under 18
    • USD 50,000 per additional dependent over 18
  • The Public Benefit option, minimum contribution:
    • USD 250,000 in an approved Public Benefit Project
  • The Real-Estate option (must be held for 7 years), minimum contribution:
    • USD 325,000 in an approved Real-Estate Project
    • USD 600,000 in an approved single-family private home

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship application process

Process (5 to 7 months)

  1. Complete pre-assessment, KYC, and eligibility checks
  2. Complete all application forms and pay legal and due diligence fees
  3. Submit the application through an authorized agent
  4. Upon approval, pay the balance of the investment, passport fees, and other government fees
  5. Obtain the Certificate of Citizenship
  6. Passport issued for all family members

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible to apply for the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program?

To qualify for St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship, the primary applicant must be over 18 years old, of good character, without a criminal record, and make an investment or contribution in one of the qualifying investment options.


The primary applicant must be over 18, of good character, without a criminal record, and must make an investment or contribution in one of the qualifying options. Nationals of Russia, Belarus, North Korea, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Iran are restricted, and citizens of these countries, as well as people ordinarily resident there, are not eligible to apply through the St. Kitts and Nevis CIP.

Who qualifies as a dependent on the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program application?

Eligible dependents are the spouse of the main applicant, dependent children of the main applicant or spouse under 18, dependent children between 18 and 30 (must apply before their 30th birthday) that are fully supported by the main applicant, dependent children at least 18 who are physically or mentally challenged and live with and are fully supported by the main applicant, and parents of the main applicant or spouse above 55 who live with and are fully supported by the main applicant.

What are the benefits of citizenship in St. Kitts and Nevis?

A St. Kitts and Nevis passport allows visa-free travel or visa-on-arrival to over 150 countries and territories, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Russia, the UK, and the European Union. Dual citizenship is permitted, and citizenship is valid for a lifetime. It can be granted to second-generation family members, meaning children born after application approval, and to third-generation family members, though that is not automatic and conditions apply.

What is the usual processing time for the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program?

The processing time is approximately 5 to 7 months.

Do I need to travel to St. Kitts and Nevis as part of the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program application process?

No. There is no requirement to travel to or reside in St. Kitts and Nevis before obtaining citizenship.

Do I need to attend an interview during the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program application process?

Yes. Every main applicant must attend a mandatory interview, either virtually, in certain cases in person in St. Kitts and Nevis, or at other locations provided by the Board of Governors. A dependent aged 16 or older may also be required to attend an interview if deemed necessary.

Do I need to show the source of funds for my St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program investment?

Yes, applicants are required to show that they have sufficient liquid assets or funds to make the investment. The type of documents required will vary depending on the source of investment funds.

Can I use money that has been gifted to me for the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program investment?

Yes, applicants can include money that has been gifted by a friend or family member for the investment. In most cases, additional documents will be required from the person providing the gift. The type of documents required will vary depending on the source of the investment funds.

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