Saint Lucia Citizenship By Investment

Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, established under the Citizenship by Investment Act of 2015 and administered by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), offers a fast, regulated route to second citizenship for qualified investors and their families. Applications are only accepted through licensed local agents, with robust multi‑layered due diligence to ensure program integrity.

Qualifying investment routes (thresholds subject to change):

National Economic Fund (NEF) contribution: A non‑refundable donation starting from USD 100,000 for a single applicant; higher amounts apply for couples and families.

Approved real estate: Purchase in a government‑approved development from USD 200,000, plus government fees; holding and resale restrictions typically apply.

Enterprise projects: Direct investment in approved enterprises from about USD 3.5 million (or joint investments from USD 6 million), tied to job‑creation requirements.

National Action Government Bonds: Non‑interest‑bearing government bonds from around USD 300,000, generally held for five years, plus administrative fees.

Eligibility centers on a clean criminal record, verified legal source of funds, good health, and meeting the investment threshold in a convertible currency transferred from abroad. The main applicant must be 18+, and may include a spouse, qualifying children, and in some cases dependent parents.

Process and timing typically span 3–6 months, depending on due diligence findings and how quickly documents are prepared. After initial screening and submission via your agent, the CIU conducts background checks. On receiving approval‑in‑principle, you finalize the chosen investment, obtain a Certificate of Registration, then apply for your Saint Lucian passport.

Key advantages include full citizenship for life with the option to hold dual nationality, no residency requirement, and improved global mobility—visa‑free or visa‑on‑arrival access to 140+ destinations, including the Schengen Area and the UK (policies can change). Citizenship does not by itself create tax residency; taxation depends on residence and income source, so professional tax advice is essential.