Caribbean • Saint Kitts and Nevis
St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship
$250,000+
Investment amount
4+ months
Processing time
7 years
Investment return
St Kitts and Nevis runs the world’s oldest citizenship by investment programme, launched in 1984. Investors can contribute $250,000+ to a state or public fund, or buy a property for $325,000+ with a 7-year return option.
St Kitts and Nevis requires no language tests, history exams, or residency. However, the investor must personally collect their Saint Kitts and Nevis passport. The spouse, children, and parents may qualify, and citizenship is hereditary.
5 benefits of St Kitts and Nevis citizenship
The St Kitts and Nevis passport offers the widest travel access, including visa-free destinations in Europe and Asia.
The St Kitts and Nevis passport offers the widest travel access, including visa-free destinations in Europe and Asia.
St Kitts and Nevis citizens can obtain a 10-year US B-1/B-2 visa for travel, business, family visits, and medical care.
Investors can earn passive income by renting out real estate, with average yields of 4% yearly. The property must be held for 7 years, then can be resold to return the invested money.
St Kitts and Nevis has no taxes on global and local income, capital gains, and inheritance; tax residents are exempt from taxes on dividends, interest, and royalties.
Investors and their families can visit St Kitts and Nevis anytime. The islands offer a warm climate, lush nature, and stunning white or black sand beaches.
One investment, citizenship for all
The spouse, children, and parents can get citizenship with the investor under one application.
Investment options for St Kitts and Nevis citizenship
Applicants can choose between a non-refundable contribution, real estate investment, or Approved Public Benefit Projects.
Fund contribution — $250,000+
Sustainable Island State Contribution Option to the Federal Consolidated Fund.
Contribution | $250,000 for a family of up to 4 people
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Due Diligence fee | $10,000 for the investor
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Bank fee | $500 per investor
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Application processing fee | $250 per applicant |
Passport fee | $361 per applicant |
Certificate of naturalisation fee | $50 per applicant |
Real estate — $325,000+
Buy approved shares/condos from $325,000 or private home from $600,000; resale after 7 years.
Purchase of real estate | $325,000+ |
State fee | $25,000 for the investor
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Due Diligence fee | $10,000 for the investor
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Bank fee | $500 per investor
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Application processing fee | $250 per applicant |
Passport fee | $361 per applicant |
Processing fee | $2,500 for a family of up to 4 people
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Certificate of naturalisation fee | $50 per applicant |
Public Benefit Option: Prime Creative Arts Centre — $250,000+
Contribution to cultural and educational projects combining arts and community development.
Contribution | $250,000 |
State fee | $0 for the investor
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Due Diligence fee | $10,000 for the investor
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Bank fee | $500 per investor
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Application processing fee | $250 per applicant |
Passport fee | $361 per applicant |
Certificate of naturalisation fee | $50 per applicant |
Public Benefit Option: National Housing Corporation — $250,000+
Contribution to official national housing stock projects with transparent government accounts.
Contribution | $250,000 |
State fee | $25,000 for the investor
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Due Diligence fee | $10,000 for the investor
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Bank fee | $500 per investor
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Application processing fee | $250 per applicant |
Passport fee | $361 per applicant |
Processing fee | $2,500 for a family of up to 4 people
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Certificate of naturalisation fee | $50 per applicant |
Expenses for a family of 4
Example for spouses and two children aged 9 and 19.
| Option | Investment | State fee | Due Diligence fee | Other fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund contribution | $250,000 | No | $25,000 | $3,844 | $278,844 |
| Real estate | $325,000 | $65,000 | $25,000 | $6,344 | $421,344 |
| Prime Creative Arts Centre | $250,000 | $40,000 | $25,000 | $3,844 | $318,844 |
| National Housing Corporation | $250,000 | $65,000 | $25,000 | $6,344 | $346,344 |
Muhammad Shoaib
Head of the Immigration Department
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