Citizenship by Investment in St. Kitts and Nevis

Minimum Investment Amount

$250,000

Key Residency Benefit

Fast-track route to citizenship

Processing Time

3-4 months

What makes St. Kitts and Nevis a popular investment location?

St. Kitts and Nevis is a dual-island nation located in the eastern Caribbean Sea. Officially known as Saint Christopher and Nevis, the country was named by Christopher Columbus during his visit in 1493.

Famous for being the smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere by both area and population, St. Kitts and Nevis attracts thousands of visitors each year. Tourists are drawn to the country’s pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and wide range of activities—including hiking, diving, and water sports.

The islands enjoy a tropical climate, with warm summers and mild winters year-round. English is the official language, although St. Kitts Creole is also widely spoken among locals.

Guide to St. Kitts and Nevis's Citizenship by Investment programme

Dating back to 1984, the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme is the longest-established programme of its kind in the world. Recognised for its credibility and effectiveness, it was ranked the number one Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme in 2022 by the CBI Index.

The programme offers a streamlined and cost-effective route to second citizenship. With a minimum investment of $250,000, applicants can obtain full citizenship and a St. Kitts and Nevis passport.

Successful applicants benefit from extensive global mobility, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries, including the UK, Schengen Area, Hong Kong and other key destinations.

How to get Citizenship by investment in St. Kitts & Nevis

Public benefit option

Invest $250,000 in a unit of a public benefit project pre-approved by the government. These Public Benefit Projects help the St. Kitts and Nevis population in several ways, such as increasing local employment.

A non-refundable contribution

1. Non-refundable contribution to the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) with a minimum investment amount of $250,000 (previously $350,000) for a single applicant or a family of up to four people:
The funds are used to advance the economy of St. Kitts and Nevis and the amount is only paid once the application has been approved.
OR
2. Real Estate Property with a minimum investment amount $400,000:
The investor must purchase a government approved commercial or residential real estate project and hold the investment for 7 years. The types of projects that are eligible are hotel or resort shares, villas, condominiums or private homes, and the investment amount is only paid once the application has been approved.
OR
3. Public Benefit Option with a minimum investment amount of $250,000:
The investor is required to make a contribution in a unit of an Approved Public Benefit Project to be paid to the relevant Approved Public Benefactor, aiming at maximizing local employment, supporting transfer of technology and capacity building.

Government-approved property investment

Invest in a government-approved real estate project. With this option, the applicant has three choices:

Purchase a designated real estate unit of an approved development, including hotel shares, villas, condominiums, etc. The minimum investment is $400,000, and the investor can resell after seven years.

Invest a minimum of $400,000 in a condominium unit designated as an Approved Private Home.

Purchase of an Approved Private Home for the minimum amount of $800,000. The property can be sold after seven years. However, it cannot be used for subsequent citizenship by investment applications.

Please note that other costs apply. These include government application, due diligence and passport fees.

Key Benefits of Citizenship by investment in St. Kitts & Nevis

The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme provides a fast and efficient route to secure a second passport.

Applicants can typically obtain citizenship and a Caribbean passport within 3 to 4 months. The programme also offers an accelerated application process for greater convenience.

With the fast-track option, applicants and their families can receive passports in as little as 45 to 60 days on average. This makes St. Kitts and Nevis one of the fastest and most reliable citizenship by investment programmes in the Caribbean.

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