St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment
With its breathtaking natural beauty, warm skies and white sandy beaches, St. Kitts & Nevis is one of the most stunning spots in the Caribbean. With the country's CIP program, investors have the opportunity to wake up there every morning in as little as a few months.
SISC contribution: from USD 250,000
Real estate route: from USD 325,000 (approved developments)
Processing time: within four months
Visa-free access: 148 countries
Family inclusion: Children under 25, parents/grandparents 55+
The St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program
This beautiful two-island nation is blessed with tropical temperatures, clear blue waters and a bustling trade and tourism economy. It is well-connected by direct flights to and from Europe and the U.S., and offers residents and citizens sought-after advantages, such as dual citizenship and tax-free worldwide income. As one of the longest-established programs of its kind, the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program offers applicants a host of unique benefits:
- Fast processing within four months
- Inclusion of dependent children under 25 years and dependent parents or grandparents over 55 years
- No physical residency requirements
- No requirement to travel to St. Kitts & Nevis during the application process
- No interview, education or managerial experience required
- Visa-free travel to 148 countries, including Schengen member states, the U.K., Hong Kong, Singapore and more
- No tax on worldwide income
- St. Kitts & Nevis recognizes dual citizenship, so investors can still benefit from their current passports
Program background & eligibility
The St. Kitts & Nevis (St. Christopher & Nevis) Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1984 under the regulations of the 1984 Citizenship Act, Part II, Section 3 (5), which makes it the oldest citizenship by investment program in the world.
To qualify for citizenship in St. Kitts & Nevis, applicants must fulfill one of the investment requirements below in addition to the following criteria:
- Be of outstanding character
- Hold no criminal record
- Have excellent health
- Have a high personal net worth
Timeless Caribbean beauty & global opportunity
From volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches to modern amenities and world-class resorts, St. Kitts & Nevis blends natural beauty with strong economic prospects and a stable investment climate.
Two routes to citizenship
1. Sustainable Island State Contribution
The Sustainable Island State Contribution is open for donations with the following thresholds:
- US$250,000: Main applicant
- US$250,000: Main applicant and Spouse
- US$250,000: Main applicant and one dependent
- US$250,000: Main applicant, Spouse and one or two dependents
- US$250,000: Main applicant, and up to three qualifying dependents
- US$25,000: Per additional dependent under 18 years of age
- US$50,000: Per additional dependent aged 18 years or over
In addition, due diligence fees are as follows:
- US$10,000: Due diligence of main applicant
- US$7,500: Due diligence for dependent over 16
- US$4,000: Due diligence for financial sponsor
2. Real Estate Investments
Applicants may purchase government-approved property valued at a minimum of US$325,000. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of seven years.
Investors are required to pay additional applicable taxes and fees. VisaVoy handpicks prestigious projects to meet our clients' expectations. Please contact us for available options.
Eligible family members
- Main applicant
- Spouse of the main applicant
- Dependent children under 25 years
- Dependent parents or grandparents aged 55 and over
Fees will vary according to the number and type of family members included in the application.
Common questions about St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship
There are no requirements to visit Saint Kitts and Nevis during the application process, as well as no residency requirements to hold a passport of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Upon approval, your issued Saint Kitts and Nevis passport is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely. For children under the age of 16, passports are valid for 5 years.
Closing an investment property in Saint Kitts and Nevis takes place once approval in principle is granted and the passport is issued. This should take no longer than three to four months. At that time, we issue a Certificate of Title for the property. The Certificate of Occupancy will be granted when the keys are handed over.
Yes, if both mother and father of the child are citizens of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the child will automatically inherit the citizenship.
Yes, two or more investors can apply for Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship together by purchasing a pre-approved real estate project, which may include hotel shares, villas, and condominium units; provided each main applicant contributes the minimum investment of US$200,000 (resalable after 7 years) or US$400,000 (resalable after 5 years).
How the St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship process works
VisaVoy coordinates the end-to-end process in collaboration with licensed agents and professionals, ensuring all steps are completed accurately, discreetly and in compliance with program rules.