SAINT LUCIA

Citizenship by Investment
Minimum Investment of
USD 240,000 (Donation​)
Minimum Investment of
USD 300,000 (Real Estate​)
Tax Relief

Saint Lucia draws upon decades of Caribbean expertise, meticulously selecting best practices to craft a Citizenship by Investment Program that excels. Committed to efficiency and unparalleled benefits, the Citizenship by Investment Board ensures an exceptional experience for investors and significant advantages for the nation and its citizens.

Time To Citizenship
3-4 Months
Travel Mobility
140+ Countries
Family Security

Explore Saint Lucia, the latest and possibly most strategically positioned citizenship by investment initiative in the Caribbean. With its vibrancy, discernment, and allure, Saint Lucia presents the quintessential tropical experience, blending exclusivity, authenticity, and engagement seamlessly.

Location

Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Altantic Ocean, north of trinidad and tobago

Capital

Castries

Government Type

Parliamentary Democracy

Currency

East Caribbean dollar (XCD)

Exchange Rate

1 USD = 2.7 XCD

Language

English (official), French patois

Program Overview

Processing Time

Saint Lucia citizenship processing time is 3-4 months.

Travel Mobility

Travel visa-free or visa-on-arrival to over 140 destinations.

Investment Options

Contribute to the Government Fund, invest in real estate, government bonds, or infrastructure.

Investment Costs

Start with a USD 240,000 contribution or USD 300,000 in real estate.

Family Dependents

Include spouse, children up to 30, parents over 55

Benefits​

Travel Mobility

Travel visa-free or visa-on-arrival to over 140 destinations.

Family Security

Include family members for added security and benefits.

Straightforward Process​

Citizenship in 3-4 months through a smooth, straightforward process.

Tax Benefits

Enjoy no taxes on wealth, gifts, inheritance, foreign income, or capital gains.

No Residency Requirement

There are no residency requirements

Dual Citizenship Permitted​

Experience the freedom of dual global access.

Qualifications

Main Applicant Requirements

Eligible Dependents​

Investment

Applicants have three options to acquire Saint Lucia’s Passport through the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program.

OPTION 1

DONATION TO THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC FUND (NEF)

  • Single Applicant up to a Family of Four
    240,000 USD
  • Each additional dependent below 18 years
    10,000 USD
  • Each additional dependent 18 years and above
    20,000 USD

OPTION 2

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT

  • Minimum Investment (Must hold for 5 years)
    300,000 USD*

*The administrative fees payable upon the grant of citizenship are non-refundable.

Government Fees

In addition to the purchase of real estate, there are Government fees to be paid.

  • Single Applicant
    30,000 USD
  • Main Applicant and Spouse
    45,000 USD
  • Each qualifying dependent (18 years of age and over)
    10,000 USD
  • Each qualifying dependent (under 18 years of age)
    5,000 USD

OPTION 3

National Action Bond (“NAB”)

  • Investment
    300,000 USD*

The bonds are non-interest bearing, and must be registered and remain in the name of the applicant for a five-year holding period from the date of first issue.

Administrative Fees

*The administrative fees payable upon the grant of citizenship are non-refundable.

  • Non-refundable Administrative Fees
    50,000 USD

In addition to the required investment, Saint Lucia's citizenship program includes additional costs such as the application fee, government due diligence fee, interview fee, and other related expenses.

Timeline

Easy Steps To Your Citizenship

Step 1

Prepare and compile all necessary documents for your application.

Step 2

Submit the citizenship application file to the Government's Citizenship-by-Investment Unit.

Step 3

Upon receiving the Approved in Principle letter, make the investment and pay any applicable government fees.

Step 4

Receive your Naturalization Certificate and submit your passport application. Your passport will then be issued.

FAQ

Yes, you can include family members such as children under 18, children up to 30 in education, a spouse, parents over 55 who live with and are supported by you, and unmarried siblings under 18 with parental consent.

Yes, all applicants and dependents over 16 must attend a mandatory interview.

No, visiting St. Lucia is not required, but you are welcome to explore the country.

No, St. Lucia currently does not issue biometric passports.

The St. Lucia passport has 32 pages, each with watermarks of national images.

 

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