The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1984. The program requires applicants to make a government-approved investment to contribute to the economy of St. Kitts and Nevis. This type of investment allows the applicant and their family members to obtain citizenship of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. Located in the northern Leeward Islands of the Eastern Caribbean, St. Kitts and Nevis is a federal island nation consisting of the islands of Saint Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis. It gained independence on September 19, 1983, becoming a Commonwealth realm with an area of 267 square kilometers. The population is approximately 46,000, with 94% being of African descent.
Investment Options for St. Kitts and Nevis:
Investment Option 1: Real Estate
Investment Capital:
Invest at least USD 400,000 in designated real estate. The property may not be resold within five years of purchase, and the subsequent buyer may also apply for citizenship.
Government Fees:
Upon receiving "Approval in Principle," the following government fees must be paid:
Main applicant: USD 50,000
Spouse: USD 25,000
Children under 18: USD 25,000 per person
Children aged 18 to 25 who maintain student status and are fully financially supported by their parents: USD 50,000 per person
Parents over 65: USD 50,000 per person
Government Due Diligence Fees:
Main applicant: USD 7,500
Dependents over 16: USD 4,000
Legal and Processing Fees:
Varies based on region and number of applicants.
Investment Option 2: Sugar Industry Diversification Foundation (SIDF)
Investment Capital:
Invest at least USD 250,000 into the Sugar Industry Diversification Foundation.
Single main applicant: USD 250,000
Main applicant plus up to 3 dependents: USD 300,000
Main applicant plus up to 5 dependents: USD 350,000
Government Fees:
Already included in the investment capital, except for dependents over 18 (excluding spouse), who require an additional payment of USD 50,000.
Government Due Diligence Fees:
Main applicant: USD 7,500
Dependents over 16: USD 4,000
Legal and Processing Fees:
Varies based on region and number of applicants.
Investment involves risks, the above information is for reference only