DONATION TO THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC FUND (NEF)
Obtain Saint Lucia Citizenship with a non-refundable contribution to the government's National Economic Fund, cost depends on the number and age of applicants.
The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program, established in 2015, offers a quick and efficient way to obtain irrevocable citizenship without residing in the country or renouncing existing nationality.
Saint Lucia citizenship-by-investment offers you and your family members the advantage of irrevocable citizenship, and future generations can also benefit from citizenship by descent.
In addition to the main applicant, spouses, children under 30 years old, elderly parents above 55 years old, and siblings 18 years and above can also benefit from the program.
You can travel visa-free to 146 countries, including Schengen area countries, the United Kingdom, and many British Commonwealth member countries.
Extended Stay in the UK
With your Saint Lucia passport, you can stay in the United Kingdom for up to 6 months per entry.
Individual Benefits
Capital gains, gifts, wealth, and inheritance are exempt from taxes, and non-residents have no taxes.
You can open bank accounts in reliable banking institutions worldwide.
Duty-free trading in the Caribbean.
Saint Lucia offers Visa-free access to 146 countries including Schengen countries, UK, Singapore and Hong Kong
Saint Lucia offers Visa-free access to 146 countries including Schengen countries, UK, Singapore and Hong Kong
*The list of countries is subject to variations depending on each government's policy and so is access to these countries.
The government of Saint Lucia offers three options for individuals to become citizens through its Citizenship by Investment Program:
Obtain Saint Lucia Citizenship with a non-refundable contribution to the government's National Economic Fund, cost depends on the number and age of applicants.
The cost varies depending on the number of applicants and their ages
Obtain Saint Lucia Citizenship by investing in one of the government-approved real including projects such as high-end branded hotels and resorts.
In addition to the purchase of real estate, there are Government fees to be paid.
As from the 1st of January 2023 Saint Lucia introduced a new government bond option to qualify for Citizenship by investment. The bond is non-interest bearing with a holding period of 5 years. The bond amount is fully refundable.
*The administrative fees payable upon the grant of citizenship are non-refundable.
In addition to the required investment, there are other costs for the St Lucia citizenship program, which are Citizenship Invest professional fees, documents certifications when applicable, courier fees, and other small disbursements. If you wish to receive a detailed quotation outlining all costs, please get in touch with us.
Compulsory background checks are required and payable to the government to ensure the integrity of the Saint Lucia citizenship by investment program. The government appoints a preferred due diligence agency, which conducts checks using various international and local sources, such as Interpol, World-Check, and other government agencies.
The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment program has successfully attracted wealthy investors from all over the world. The investment funds are safe as they are only payable once the citizenship application is approved by the Government. Citizenship Invest is continuously helping individuals and families from all over the world to obtain the citizenship and passport of Saint Lucia.
Citizenship Invest (CI) will pre-screen your passport to ensure the application can be submitted to the Government. Once we understand you qualify then a down payment for professional fees is payable to begin your application.
The CI team will assist you in obtaining the necessary documents. You must pay the Government Processing Fees, Due Diligence Fees, and CI Submission Invoice once your application file is complete and ready for submission. CI will submit your application on your behalf.
After completing the required background checks, the due diligence agency contracted by the Government will generate a report for the review of the Citizenship Unit. Based on the results of this assessment, the government will determine the status of your Saint Lucia Citizenship application. If the government approves your application, CI will contact you for you to make the necessary donation or investment.
At this stage you will receive your Citizenship Certificate and passport, and you shall pay the remaining balance of CI professional fees.
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Must be over 18 years old to be the Main Applicant
Must not have been denied entry to countries with visa-free agreements with Saint Lucia.
Meet the requirements for health and character.
Make a qualifying investment in Saint Lucia.
Citizenship Invest appoints a Document Collection Specialist for each case. The firm offers a bespoke service that simplifies the application process, requesting from clients the bear minimum. Our job is to simplify the document collection as much as possible and when required we obtain the documents for the client without their involvement. Please note the below list is to be used as a guideline only, after assessing the particular case Citizenship Invest prepares a personalized checklist.
Financial and Professional References:
Marriage and Divorce Documents:
“Citizenship Invest team was always there to answer any questions I had and help me through the process, from the initial consultation to the final procedures of acquiring my new passport. They offered clear and comprehensive information regarding the program, its requirements, and its timetable, allowing me to make informed selections.”
“I had a great experience with the document collection team, they were very detail oriented and made sure to mention everything I needed to know. They also provided great customer service and were very friendly. I would definitely recommend them to others.”
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