St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment
The St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by investment Programme is one of the most reputable in the world. It has been operating since 1984. Under its terms, citizenship can be obtained by investing in the Sustainable Growth Fund or real estate. The whole family, including parents, can get St Kitts and Nevis economic citizenship. A passport can be obtained within 3 to 6 months or 60 days through an accelerated procedure. The process is completed remotely and confidentially.
Why Choose Saint Kitts & Nevis for Citizenship or Second Passport
Why Choose Saint Kitts & Nevis for Citizenship or Second Passport
Oldest Programme
Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme was implemented in 1984 and more than 20,000 passport has been issued.
Cheapest Passport
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Fast, Easy Processing
The process of obtaining Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment usually takes 2-3 months. The requirements are easy.
Whole Family
Your spouse, children and siblings under 30, parents, grandparents can also be included.
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR SAINT KITTS CITIZENSHIP
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR SAINT KITTS CITIZENSHIP
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR SAINT KITTS CITIZENSHIP
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Initial due diligence
Sign the client agreement and provide supporting documentation.
1 WEEK
Engagement
Sign client agreement and pay the first instalment. Collect the initial documents.
MONTH 1
Submission of documents
Pay second instalment. We submit your application to St Kitts government.
MONTHS 3
Approval
St Kitts issues Approval in Principle. Pay the 3rd instalment — the majority of payment. Send original documents by courier.
MONTHS 3-4
Citizenship certificate
Receive the Certificate of Citizenship Registration and apply for passport.
MONTHS 3-4
Passport
Receive the passport in your home.
Investment Options and Requirements for Obtaining St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship
Option 1.
Non-refundable contribution $150,000+
A non-refundable contribution goes to the Sustainable Growth Fund. St Kitts and Nevis uses fund money to develop healthcare, alternative energy, education, tourism, and cultural activities in the country. In addition to the investment, state, administrative, Due Diligence and processing fees must be paid. The total expenses amount depends on the family composition and the relatives’ age.
Investments in the St Kitts and Nevis state fund, including fees
$150,000 — for an investor or a family of up to 4 people
An additional payment per family member, starting with the fifth one, is:
• $10,000 — per child or parent
• $20,000 — per sibling
$7,500 — for an investor
$4,000 — for a spouse and children, parents and siblings over 16
$361 — per applicant
$25,500 — for an investor
$20,500 — for a spouse and children, parents and siblings over 16
Option 2.
Investments in social and infrastructural real estate projects $175,000+
Investments are made in social and infrastructural real estate projects. The project can be public or private. After the completion, the project becomes the property of the St Kitts and Nevis Government.
Option 3.
Purchase of government‑approved real estate $200,000+
St Kitts and Nevis offers investors to purchase shares in high-end tourist infrastructure: apartments, hotels and residential complexes. The investor can sell the property in 5–7 years and return the invested money with a profit.
The investor can earn additional income by renting out the property. According to the NoorCo Consultancy Real Estate Expert, real estate in St Kitts and Nevis brings an investor a yield of 2 to 5% per annum. A management company takes care of property maintenance.
If a programme applicant chooses to invest in social and infrastructural projects, they pay the same fees as under the fund contribution option.
A programme applicant who invests at least $200,000 in a government-approved project pays a special fee. Its amount depends on the investor’s family composition.
Investments in St Kitts and Nevis real estate, including fees
$200,000 — two or more investors buy a property for at least 7 years
$400,000 — regardless of the number of applicants, for at least 5 years of ownership
$35,050 — for an investor
$20,050 — for a spouse
$10,050 — per child or parent
$40,000 一 per sibling
$7,500 — for an investor
$4,000 — for a spouse and children, parents and siblings over 16
$361 — per applicant
8 main benefits of the St Kitts and Nevis programme
1. Low investment threshold
Under the programme, foreigners should invest at least $150,000 and get a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport.
2. Fast processing time
Citizenship can be obtained in 3 to 6 months. There is an accelerated procedure, which takes up to 60 days.
3. Visa-free entry to 157 countries
St Kitts and Nevis citizens can visit 157 countries without visas. The list of visa-free destinations includes the Schengen countries, the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
St Kitts and Nevis passport holders can get visitor visas to the USA for 10 years.
4. Preferential education
The investor’s children can get an education in the UK on preferential terms.
5. European bank accounts
The St Kitts and Nevis passport makes opening accounts with European banks easier. Consequently, accounts will allow you to take out loans, hold deposits and make quick currency transactions.
6. Tax optimisation
St Kitts and Nevis taxation might benefit residents: income earned outside the country is not taxed. Besides, there are no personal income taxes, wealth, inheritance or capital gains taxes.
Tax rates in St Kitts and Nevis:
- 15% — on dividends;
- up to 0.3% — on real estate;
- 6 to 10% — stamp duty.
7. Profitability of investments
The St Kitts and Nevis programme offers investors an opportunity to buy shares in high-end tourism infrastructure.
During ownership, the property can be rented out to generate an income of 3 to 5% per annum. After 5 to 7 years, the property can be sold at a profit.
8. Convenient service
The procedure of obtaining St Kitts and Nevis economic citizenship is remote, confidential and takes place through a licensed programme agent.