St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship By Investment

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship By Investment

St. Kitts and Nevis

Saint Kitts and Nevis

Saint Kitts and Nevis or Christopher and Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis is the smallest country in terms of area and population, and
it is among the Caribbean countries, bordered to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the west by the US state of Florida.

Its capital, Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis is a volcanic island with tropical rainforests. When you visit Saint Kitts and Nevis, you should try the sugar railway, which will take you around the island to see the scenic sugar farms, and do not forget to spend some wonderful times on the island beach and try one of the water sports.

  • Capital : Pasteur
  • Currency : East Caribbean dollar
  • Official language : English language
  • Airport : Robert Bradshaw International
  St. Kitts and Nevis  Minimum Investment
Minimum Investment
$ 250,000 USD
 St. Kitts and Nevis  Number of countries that allow visa-free travel
Number of countries that allow visa-free travel
157 Countries
 St. Kitts and Nevis  Global Passport Rank
Global Passport Rank
23rd
 St. Kitts and Nevis  Residency
Residency
No residency requirement
 St. Kitts and Nevis  Taxation
Taxation
No taxes on external income
 St. Kitts and Nevis  Processing Time
Processing Time
12- 18 Months

You need to obtain a second citizenship and passport from other countries for several reasons, including:

  • Visa-free travel to 157 countries.
  • No need to renounce the original nationality.
  • No taxes when investing in foreign projects.
  • Obtaining citizenship and passport for the whole family.
  • Securing the future of your children and providing the best medical services and educational opportunities from the best universities in the world.
  • With a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport, you are a citizen anywhere you go.

 

To obtain St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship and passport, this can be done through investment programs available from the Chief of Unit responsible for St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship programs, namely:

  • Contribution to the Government Development Fund.
  • Investing in real estate.
  • Owning full ownership of the property.

The St. Kitts and Nevis Real Estate Investment Program includes investing in 4 or 5-star hotels, with a starting value of $400,000, and requires holding this investment for seven years.

Also, you can own a private property worth $800,000 and hold it for five years.

 

If you want to get a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport, you can do the following steps:

  • Fill out an official application in our offices or remotely with the help of our private consultant.
  • Collect the required papers for you and your family, translate them and certify them in official circles. This work may take about 3- 4 weeks.
  • Payment of the first phase fee is non-refundable (terms and conditions apply).
  • Send the application to the Head of the Second Citizenship by Investment Unit from the State of Saint Kitts and Nevis, where the application is received by them, and then a security check is performed.
  • The Czech security phase begins with the verification of the source of wealth and the criminal record of the client by the competent authorities, and this stage may also take about 9 – 12 months, and includes non-refundable security check fees.
  • Conduct a virtual interview for the applicant and persons added to the application over the age of 16. The details of the interview are determined by sending an email to the applicant, containing all the details.
  • Official approval from the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis regarding your application for a second citizenship and passport.
  • Receive an official letter at our offices attesting to approval and must be delivered to the customer. At this stage, the investment amount is transferred to the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, to receive the citizenship certificate and passport from the approved authorities in the country.

 

List of those covered by the application:

  • Spouse
  • Dependent child must be 0-25 years old
  • Parents age starts from 65 years and above
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Frequently Asked Question

  • What is the minimum age of the main applicant?

    He must have completed 18 years of age as a minimum

  • What are the costs to obtain second citizenship in Saint Kitts and Nevis?

    Costs start from 250,000 US dollars for individuals making direct investment donations to the Economic Fund, and 400,000 US dollars for real estate investment with a share in a real estate project, or 800,000 US dollars for freehold ownership."

  • What investment programs are available to obtain a second citizenship and passport?

    1. Direct donation to the Economic Development Fund
    2. Real Estate Investment
    3. Buying a private property

  • How many countries does a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport allow entry to?

    157 countries around the world

  • Can I add my wife and children to the same application?

    Yes, you can add a wife and children up to the age of 25 under certain conditions.

  • Can I add other individuals to the second Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship application?

    You can add parents aged 65 and over.

  • Is it required to travel to Saint Kitts and Nevis and reside there in order to obtain citizenship?

    It is not required to travel to St. Kitts and Nevis and actually reside there in order to apply for a second citizenship and passport. You can apply through our offices or remotely wherever you reside.

  • Is it required to be fluent in English or French?

    Proficiency in English or French is not required to accept your application

  • What are the conditions that must be met to apply for a second citizenship and passport?

    - You must own the investment amount
    - The criminal record must be clean
    - Proof of the source of funds.
    - You must not have been refused a UK visa
    
    

  • Can I pass on the citizenship of Saint Kitts and Nevis to my children and grandchildren?

    Yes, Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship has a system of inheritance for subsequent generations.

  • Are there any taxes that I need to pay to the government of Saint Kitts and Nevis?

    Citizenship of Saint Kitts and Nevis gives you tax exemption towards investment projects

  • Can I contact the government of Saint Kitts and Nevis and submit the application myself?

    The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has designated licensed authorized agents as representatives of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis to receive citizenship applications and forward them to the Head of the Unit to begin processing the applications.

  • If I have more than one wife, can I add them all?

    You can only add one wife.

  • If I have more than one wife and I have children from my wives, can I have children from all my wives?

    Yes, you can add all your children.

  • If I am separated and have children, can I add my children to the application?

    Yes, you can do that after obtaining approval from the child’s father/mother.

  • Can I change my name and apply for a new name?

    Yes, and you must bring proof of a court decision in the resident country approving the name change.

  • If I have a visa refusal from the United Kingdom or Schengen countries, can I submit an application to obtain citizenship and a passport?

    - If a British visa is rejected, the application for citizenship and a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport will not be accepted.
    - If you are refused a Schengen visa, it will be an obstacle to accepting your application, and you must prove the real reason behind the visa rejection and include it with the required documents when submitting the application.
    
     

  • If I apply for citizenship and a passport from a Caribbean country, Can I apply for St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship?

    If your application is rejected, you will not be able to apply to any other Caribbean country.

  • What is the order of the Saint Kitts and Nevis passport?

    The St. Kitts and Nevis passport world ranking is 23.