Saint Kitts and Nevis

Also known as the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, this two-island country in the West Indies is the smallest sovereign state in the Americas and Western Hemisphere, in both area and population. The country is a Commonwealth realm, with the British monarch (currently Queen Elizabeth II) as head of state. It is blessed with tropical temperatures, clear blue waters and a bustling trade and tourism economy.

Saint Kitts and Nevis were among the first islands in the Caribbean to be settled by Europeans. Saint Kitts was home to the first British and French colonies in the Caribbean, and thus has also been titled “The Mother Colony of the West Indies”.

About St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship Programs

This beautiful two-island nation is well-connected with direct flights to and from Europe and the U.S., and offers residents and citizens sought-after advantages, such as dual citizenship and tax-free worldwide income.

As one of the longest-established programs of its kind, the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program offers applicants a host of unique benefits:

  • Fast processing within four months.
  • Inclusion of dependent children under 30 and dependent parents or grandparents over 55.
  • Addition of dependent children under 16, born after citizenship has been granted, to be processed by the Ministry of National Security.
  • No physical residency requirements.
  • No requirement to travel to St. Kitts & Nevis during the application process.
  • No interview, education or managerial experience required.
  • Visa-free travel to more than 100 countries, including Schengen member states, the U.K., Hong Kong, Singapore and more.
  • No tax on worldwide income.
  • Kitts & Nevis recognizes dual citizenship, so investors can still benefit from their current passports.
Am I Eligible?

The St. Kitts & Nevis (St. Christopher & Nevis) Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1984 under the regulations of the 1984 Citizenship Act, Part II, Section 3 (5), which makes it the oldest citizenship by investment program in the world.

To qualify for citizenship in St. Kitts & Nevis, applicants must fulfill one of the investment requirements below in addition to the following criteria:

  • Be of outstanding character.
  • Hold no criminal record.
  • Have excellent health.
  • Have a high personal net worth.
Investment Options

Sugar Industry Diversification Foundation Contribution

Contribution levels vary depending on the size of the applying family.

  • US$250,000: Main applicant.
  • US$300,000: Family with up to 3 dependents.
  • US$25,000: Per additional dependent.
  • US$7,500: Due diligence of main applicant.
  • US$4,000: Due diligence for dependent over 16.
  • US$4,000: Due diligence for financial sponsor.

Real Estate Investment

Applicants may purchase government-approved property valued at a minimum of US$400,000, or purchase shares valued at the same minimum amount in a real estate development. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years. Investors may be required to pay additional taxes and fees.

Key Benefits

 

  • International airport with direct flights to Miami and London Gatwick.
  •  Access to championship golf courses on the island.
  •  Home to a Caribbean Premier League cricket team.
  •  Several international branches operate in St Kitts and Nevis: Bank of Nova Scotia, First Caribbean International Bank and Royal Bank of Canada.
  •  Nevis is home to over 140 species of birds.
  •  The famous Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine is located on the island of St Kitts.
  •  The Capital of St Kitts is Basseterre.
  •  St Kitts and Nevis is a sovereign state that gained independence from the UK in 1984.
  •  The country is a member of the Commonwealth Realm.
  •  Queen Elizabeth II is the Head of State.