citizenship by investment in saint lucia

Saint Lucia

Established in 2016, Saint Lucia is the newest Citizenship by Investment offering in the Caribbean. Nevertheless, it has already gained prestige, ranking 3rd in the 2023 CBI Index. The volcanic island is known for Benefits of Saint Lucia CBI Programme its pristine beaches, rich culture and cuisine, and holiday lifestyle for both adults and children.

Benefits of the citizenship by investment in Saint Lucia

A Legacy of Excellence

Over 40 years of a successfull CBI Programme

A haven for Investors

Prosperous and sustainable Caribbean haven

Fast-Track Citizenship

180 days processing time

Easy

No travel, residency or English language requirements

Financial Freedom

A fair tax regime, with no worldwide income, inheritance or gift tax for tax residents

Global Freedom

Enhanced global mobility

Family Inclusion

The following family members may be included in an application for Citizenship by Investment:

Spouse Eligibility

The spouse of the main applicant

Children Under 18

Siblings of the main applicant aged under 18, unmarried, and in receipt of consent from his or her parent or guardian to make an application

Young Adult Dependants

Aged 21 or below or aged no more than 30 and fully supported by the main applicant

Elderly Parent Support

Parents of the main applicant or of the spouse if above the age of 55 and fully supported by the main applicant

Special Needs

A child of any age who is physically or mentally challenged, and fully supported by the main applicant and/or parents of the main applicant of any age if physically or mentally challenged and fully supported by the main applicant

Citizenship By Investment Programmes Options

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The National Economic Fund (NEF)

A contribution to the Government’s National Economic Fund (NEF).

Investment Tiers

Single applicant: US$240,000

Main applicant and up to three qualifying dependants: US$240,000

Each additional qualifying dependant above 18 years of age: US$10,000

Each additional qualifying dependant under 18 years of age: US$20,000

The following government administration fees apply:

Single applicant: US$30,000

Main applicant and spouse: US$45,000

Family member under the age of 18: US$5,000 cada

Family member aged 18 or above: US$10,000 each

Any additional family member where the main applicant is applying with a spouse and more than four family members: US$10,000 each

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Approved Real Estate Option

The purchase of real estate in an approved real estate project that must be held for at least five years. The minimum real estate investment is US$300,000.

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Enterprise Project Option

The following government administration fees apply:

An investment in an approved enterprise project that may either be independent or joint:

  • Minimum independent investment: US$3,500,000 and creating three permanent jobs
  • Minimum joint investment: US$1,000,000 per main applicant (resulting in a joint investment worth US$6,000,000 and creating six permanent jobs)

Main applicant : US$50,000 each

Family member aged 18 or above: US$35,000 each

Family member under the age of 18: US$25,000 each

The National Action Bonds (NAB) are a newly introduced type of non-interest-bearing government bonds to replace the COVID-19 Relief Bond. The NAB must be held for a period of five years from the date of issuance.

  • Under the NAB option, the minimum investment is US$300,000 per application, regardless of the number of dependants included.
 

The following government administration fees apply:

  • The administration fee for an application under the NAB option is US$50,000.

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National Action Bonds

Main applicant: US$8,000

Other family member aged 16 or above: US$5,000 each

Post-Approval CBI Application Fees

All main applicants are required to attend a mandatory interview.

  • Passport Fees
  • Frederick Capital Professional Fees

Due Diligence Fees

The following processing fees apply to the NEF, enterprise project, and government bonds options:

Main applicant: US$2,000

Other family member: US$1,000 each

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