SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS
SAINT KITTS
The Saint Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) was established in 1984. This program gives a pathway to foreign nationals to become citizens of Saint Kitts & Nevis, giving them access to the benefits and privileges related with Saint Kitts & Nevis citizenship.
This program permits people and their families to get Saint Kitts & Nevis citizenship through making a passing interest in the country’s economy, for example, investment in real estate or contribution to sustainable Island state contribution with a minimum investment of US$250,000.
With a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport, you can travel to 158 countries and territories without needing a visa, including Russia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Europe’s Schengen region.
An appealing bonus is the laid-back lifestyle and tropical island setting. You can track down separated sea shores, rainforests, and the opportunity to interface with nature.
The processing time for the Saint Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program normally goes from 8 to 10 months.
KEY ADVANTAGES OF SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS CITIZENSHIP
- No education or managerial experience is required to apply for citizenship.
- Visa free travel upto 158 countries and territories including UK and EU region.
- No tax on worldwide income, inheritance, wealth and capital gains.
- Spouse, dependent children, dependent siblings, parents and grand parents can be added in the application.
- No residency required for gaining Saint Kitts & Nevis citizenship through CIP.
- Saint Kitts & Nevis recognises dual citizenship so you can retain your current nationality.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
The applicant must fulfill one of the following investment options in addition to some additional requirements in order to apply for the Saint Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program.
SUSTAINABLE ISLAND STATE CONTRIBUTION (SISC)
Non refundable minimum SISC contribution for a family of four person is US$250,000.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT
The minimum investment in approved real estate project is US$400,000.
REAL ESTATE PRIVATE HOMES
The minimum investment in single- family dwelling home as approved private real estate is US$800,000.
APPLICATION PROCESS – STEP BY STEP GUIDE
Step 1: Month 1
Client onboarding
- Screening to check initial eligibility of the applicant.
- Applicant will receive client care agreement for review and signature.
- Applicant will pay first invoice as per agreed payment scheduled.
- For property investment, initial deposit to developer and sign agreement with developer.
Step 2: Month 2-8
Application submission and review
- Gather documents required to submit application, assigned case worker will assist you in the process.
- Thorough assessment of documents by our lawyer in Saint Kitts & Nevis before submitting it to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU).
- Applicant will pay second invoice as per agreed payment scheduled.
- Our local lawyer will Submit the application in CIU.
- CIU will perform it’s due deligence and we will collaborate with the unit for efficient processing of your application.
Step 3: Month 9-10
Passport issuance
- CIU after evaluation of your application for citizenship will make a decision.
- After approval of application, The applicant will be asked to pay remaining amount as per agreed payment scheduled for investment contribution and other governments fee’s.
- After confirming receipt of investment contributions by the government, CIU will issue certificate of Naturalization, followed by the issuance of your passports.