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With Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship, you can enjoy the freedom of visa-free travel to 161 countries, making global exploration more accessible than ever.
You are not required to permanently reside in Saint Kitts and Nevis, and there are no mandatory language tests. This flexibility allows you to maintain your current lifestyle while enjoying the benefits of citizenship.
The Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program contributes significantly to the economy of Saint Kitts and Nevis, accounting for approximately 25%-30% of the nation's GDP. Your participation in the program not only benefits you but also supports the country's economic growth.
Saint Kitts and Nevis allows dual citizenship, providing added advantages for those seeking tax optimization and greater global mobility.
To qualify through the SISC, you must make a donation of at least $250,000 to the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis as a single applicant. If you include an additional dependent under 18 years old, the contribution increases to $275,000. For dependents over 18, the required amount is $300,000.
Under the Developer’s Real Estate Option, a minimum investment of $400,000 is required in an approved real estate development. The property must be held for at least seven years and can be resold only once to a new participant in the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program.
Alternatively, you can invest in an Approved Private Home, which includes condos or single-family dwellings. The investment requirement is at least $400,000 for condos and $800,000 for single-family homes. These properties must also be held for a minimum of seven years and cannot be sold to another CBI applicant without Federal Cabinet approval. Additionally, significant further investments in construction, renovation, or improvements are required.
You can also qualify for citizenship by investing at least $250,000 in a public benefit project that creates local employment opportunities and transfers all real estate to the State upon completion.
To obtain citizenship through this program, applicants must not pose any security or reputational risks. As a holder of a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport, you are not required to reside in the country. Moreover, there are no taxes on worldwide earnings or wealth for residents.
To be eligible for the program, applicants must:
To qualify for citizenship, you can choose from the following investment options:
There is no requirement to reside permanently in Saint Kitts and Nevis or even to visit the country. The entire application process can be completed remotely.
Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship is granted for life. However, the passport issued is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely. This ensures you have ongoing access to visa-free travel without the need for additional visas or electronic travel authorizations (ETAs).
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