St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme
The minimum investment requirement for the Sustainable Growth Fund is US$150,000 for a single applicant. Alternatively, a real estate investment of at least UD$200,000 can be made.
Applicants are required to provide or subject to due diligence checks, completed application forms, and supporting documents. A St. Kitts passport enables holders to gain visa-free travel to 166 countries worldwide.
Benefits of St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme
Family Dependents
Spouse, children under 31, and parents of main applicant or spouse aged 55 years and over, and unmarried siblings aged 18-to-25 years.
No Tax on worldwide income inheritance or capital gains.
Minimal Residency Required
St. Kitts & Nevis recognises dual citizenship.
No requirements to travel to St. Kits & nevis during or after the application. There is no residency requirement.
Visa Free to Travel Worldwide
dency Required
156 countries, including Schengen countries, United Kingdom, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Canada.
St. Kitts and Nevis offers Three (3) options to citizenship, including a contribution to the Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF), Public Good Investment Option (PGIO), and Real Estate Investment Option.
1. Sustainable Growth Fund (‘SGF’)
For a single applicant, a non-refundable fee of US$150,000 is required to be paid to the SGF. In addition, a fee of US$25,000 applies for a spouse, US$20,000 for each sibling, and US$10,000 for any other qualifying dependent. These fees are non-refundable.
2.Public Good Investment Option (‘PGIO’)
A non-refundable contribution of US$175,000.
3.Real Estate Investment Option
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Non-refundable application fee, due diligence fee as well as application processing fee for each person are required on SGF, PGIO and Real Estate Investment Option.t Capital (Asia) Group to receive a complete list of package particulars.
Main Applicant Requirements
Dependents of main applicant or spouse inclusion
Processing Time
Assuming that there are no immediate concerns with the application, the expected timeline for the citizenship application process is between Four (4) to Six (6) months, from application submission to the issuance of the Certificate of Citizenship.
The period of the initial document collection stage may vary depending on the applicant’s ability to collect the required documents. To assist with this process, First Capital (Asia) Group provides guidance, including best practices and document samples.
FCA collaborates with all relevant parties throughout the entire process, with the goal of ensuring the fastest and smoothest experience possible for the applicant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q : Can I include my family when applying for St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program?
Yes, you can include qualified members of your family in the application or, for an additional fee, add them after you have obtained your citizenship.
Q : Are there any interviews, language tests, or work experience requirements when applying for St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program?
The St. Kitts and Nevis Government does not require the main applicant to pass any interviews, language tests or have previous work experience to be able to apply for this program.
Q : Do I need to visit St. Kitts and Nevis before obtaining my citizenship?
A visit to St. Kitts and Nevis is not required before or after obtaining citizenship.
Q : What are the benefits of St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship?
St. Kitts and Nevis’s passport allows for visa-free travel or visa-on-arrival to over 166 countries including Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, and the European Union.
Q : Does St. Kitts & Nevis recognise dual citizenship?
Dual citizenship is permitted. Citizenship is valid for a lifetime and can be granted to 2nd generation family members (children born after application approval) and 3rd generation family members (not automatic; conditions apply).
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