St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment

Citizen by Investments offers the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program, providing investors the opportunity to obtain citizenship through real estate development and enjoy visa-free access to over 140 destinations.

Citizenship by Investment Overview

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program, offered through Citizen by Investments, allows investors to obtain citizenship by making a contribution to the government, investing in an approved enterprise, or participating in an approved real estate development.

Investment

A minimum contribution of USD 216,000

Key Benefit

Enjoy freedom of travel to Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, and Europe’s Schengen Area, among other destinations, through Citizen by Investments.

St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program Overview

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program, offered through Citizen by Investments, requires applicants to make a significant economic contribution to the country. In return, and subject to a thorough application process and due diligence checks, applicants and their families are granted full citizenship.

The program is governed by the Citizenship by Investment Act No. 14 of 2015, ensuring a regulated and transparent process.

Benefits of the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program

Visa-free travel to over 140 destinations, including Europe’s Schengen Area, Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, and more
No residence or visitation requirements
Ability to include a spouse, children under 31, siblings under 18, and parents aged 55 and over, with the option to add dependents after citizenship is granted
Attractive investment and processing costs
Dual citizenship recognized

Requirements for St. Lucian Citizenship by Investment

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program, offered through Citizen by Investments, is governed by the Citizenship by Investment Act No. 14 of 2015. § 33 of this act established the Saint Lucia National Economic Fund (NEF), which receives qualifying investments and donations to support the government’s national development agenda.

Applicants must make a significant economic contribution to the country. In return, and subject to a thorough application process and due diligence checks, applicants and their families are granted full citizenship.

To qualify, the main applicant must be at least 18 years old, meet all application requirements, and select one of the following investment options:

National Economic Fund Contribution:
A non-refundable contribution of USD 216,000 for the main applicant and up to three qualifying dependents
USD 18,000 for each additional dependent aged 18 or older
USD 9,000 for each additional dependent under 18
Approved Enterprise or Project:
Investment of USD 225,000 plus applicable administration fees for the main applicant and up to three qualifying dependents
Real Estate Acquisition:
Purchase of real estate with a minimum value of USD 270,000 for the main applicant and any number of qualifying dependents from an approved development
Must be held for a minimum of five years
Government Bonds:
Investment in non-interest-bearing government bonds with a minimum value of USD 270,000 plus an administrative fee of USD 45,000
Must be held for a minimum of five years
Additional Requirements:
All qualifying dependents must have a clean personal background with no criminal record and not be under criminal investigation (other than for a minor offense)
Applicants deemed a security risk or involved in activities likely to bring disrepute to St. Lucia will not be approved for citizenship

Procedure for the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program, offered through Citizen by Investments, is overseen by the Citizenship by Investment Board and administered by a dedicated Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU). The CIU reviews applications and may approve, deny, or delay an application for cause.
Applications must be submitted in English in both electronic and printed form, accompanied by all required supporting documents and non-refundable processing and due diligence fees for the main applicant, spouse, and qualifying dependents. Once an application is approved in principle, the CIU notifies Citizen by Investments that the qualifying investment and government administration fees must be paid before the Certificate of Citizenship can be issued.
The main applicant must remit the required funds within 90 calendar days of approval. After this, the applicant must sign the Oath or Affirmation of Allegiance before an attorney, notary public, or notary royal. In exceptional circumstances, the minister may revoke a grant of citizenship.

Dual Citizenship

St. Lucia places no restrictions on dual citizenship, allowing citizens to hold multiple nationalities.

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