Citizenship by Investment

St Lucia

Do you need a passport for Saint Lucia? St Lucia citizenship grants visa-free access to 159 countries, including the EU Schengen Area.

159

visa-free countries

$240,000

minimum requirement

6-12

months processing time

With St. Lucia Citizenship, you become national of a country with an illustrious history. Here, you can breathe in an array of influences by the native Carib people, the British, and the French. Moreover, with its colossal mountainous regions and sparkling beaches, it’s one of the most stunning Caribbean islands.

Benefits of St Lucia Citizenship

Enjoy Tax Benefits

You are not liable to pay tax on worldwide income as a national of St Lucia.

Enjoy visa-free access to 159 countries around the world.

There are no physical residency requirements, no language tests, and you can apply from wherever you are in the world.

Who Can Get St Lucia Citizenship

Investor
  • Firstly, over 18 years old
  • Secondly, have never been prosecuted for anything other than a minor traffic offence
  • Next, are not the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation, and
  • Lastly, are not considered by a court or doctor to be mentally incapacitated
  • Firstly, over 18 years old
  • Secondly, have never been prosecuted for anything other than a minor traffic offence
  • Next, are not the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation, and
  • Lastly, are not considered by a court or doctor to be mentally incapacitated
  • Fully supported by the investor
  • Firstly, under the age of 18
  • Next, unmarried
  • Finally, with the written consent of a parent or guardian
  • Over 55, and
  • Living with and entirely dependent on you, the investor
  • Of any age
  • Fully supported by you, the investor

St Lucia Citizenship Programme Requirements

To apply for the St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme, fulfill ONE of the following investment options AND meet other requirements:

OPTION 1. Donate to the National Economic Fund

The first Citizenship by Investment option requires a $240,000 contribution by you.

Furthermore, each new dependent you add to a family of four costs $15,000. In addition to these costs, there is a $2,000 processing fee for you, and you need to pay $1,000 for each dependent. As a result, due diligence fees run to $7,500 for you and $5,000 for dependents over the age of 16.

OPTION 2. Invest in National Action Government Bonds

Deposit $300,000 in these non-interest-bearing bonds. Pay a $50,000 administration fee, which includes a $2,000 processing fee for you and $1,000 for each dependent.

Moreover, you are liable to $7,500 due diligence fees for you and $5,000 for dependants over the age of 16. What’s more, you need to keep the bonds for 5 years.

OPTION 3. Contribute to an Approved Real Estate Project in St Lucia

Invest $200,000 in high-end tourist properties. In addition, pay a $30,000 administrative fee as a solo applicant. This amount increases to $45,000 if applying with a spouse.

Furthermore, pay a $5,000 administrative fee for each dependent under 18 and $10,000 for those over 18. Lastly, there are $7,500 due diligence fees for you and $5,000 for dependents over the age of 16.

OPTION 4. Invest in a St Lucia Approved Enterprise Project

Contribute $250,000 as a solo applicant up to a family of 4 in:

  1. Specialist restaurants
  2. Cruise ports and marinas
  3. Agro-processing plants
  4. Pharmaceutical products
  5. Ports, bridges, roads, and highways (infrastructure)
  6. Research institutions and facilities
  7. Offshore universities
  8. Housing projects
  9. Social development projects
  10. Investment services

pay an extra administration fee of US$15,000. In addition, each dependant aged 18 and above is liable for a $35,000 administrative fee whilst those under 18 pay $25,000.

If you’re applying just with your spouse, however, the administrative fee to pay will be $40,000 in total ($20,000 each). It costs $25,000 each if you’re applying with 1 dependants and $30,000 if there are 3 dependants.

Other St Lucia Citizenship Requirements and Benefits

As a St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program applicant, you must present your birth certificate and a valid passport. You also need to maintain your investment for at least 5 years. Yet you do not have to move to St Lucia to become a citizen.

Furthermore, it’s worth noting that any future offspring can qualify for Saint Lucia citizenship.

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St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Application Process

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St Lucia citizenship onboarding process

We commence our St Lucia citizenship process with Form 1, the initial RIF Trust due diligence. Next, following this screening, we provide you with a Client Agreement (CA) to review and sign.

Then, upon receiving the signed agreement and retainer payment, our case processing team completes all necessary government forms and supporting documents. If you choose a property investment, you wneed to execute a sales and purchase agreement with the developer.

Finally, we liaise with the property developer and the St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit on your behalf.

Application review and submission of your St Lucia Citizenship by Investment

Before submitting your documents, we will review your application to ensure your file meets the Citizenship by Investment Unit’s requirements.

The Unit will undertake its own due diligence and subsequently reviews all the paperwork. Meanwhile, we continue to work closely with them throughout the process.

As the principal applicant, you need to attend an interview with the St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit. This can be done in person at their Castries HQ. Alternatively, you can set up an online appointment.

St Lucia citizenship issued

The Citizenship by Investment Unit assesses your application. Once approved, you make all necessary contributions and pay any applicable government fees. Then, you sign the oath of allegiance before an attorney-at-law, a Consular Officer of St Lucia, an Honorary Consul of St Lucia, or a Notary Royal, or Notary Public.

Afterwards, you can collect your Certificate of Registration. You can do this at the Castries HQ or at your nearest Consulate or Embassy. Then you’re eligible to qualify for a Saint Lucia passport.