Saint Lucia Citizenship Program
Minimum of 6 months
US $240,000
Donation - Real Estate - Government Bond
140+ Including Schengen and UK
St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program
Saint Lucia has established the Citizenship by Investment program in 2016, after inheriting years of experiences from the other Caribbean countries who offer Citizenship by Investment programs. It is designed to use the best practices and tailored to be the most efficient program for the applicants. In return, it allows foreign investors to obtain permanent legal citizenship and second passport within 3 to 4 months.
Citizenship by investment in Saint Lucia is available through three options.
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Non-refundable contribution under the National Economic Fund (NEF)
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Real Estate investment in an approved project under Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit
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Government Bonds
Saint Lucia Overview
Saint Lucia is the isle of majestic mountainous beauty, known for the iconic landmark of the Pitons and features the world's only real drive-in volcano.
Language
English
Currency
Eastern Caribbean Dollar
Total Area
617 km2
Capital
Castries
Government
Parliamentary system and a Commonwealth Realm
Population
178,844Saint Lucia Citizenship and Passport Benefits
The citizenship program of Saint Lucia does not restrict any nationality from applying for a Saint Lucia passport. Likewise, it does not require an applicant to take any language test nor do they need to reside or visit the country. Saint Lucia Passport holders can vote, purchase property, as well as live and work in the country.
St. Lucia passport holders are privileged to numerous benefits:
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Visa-free access to more than 140 countries and territories, including Schengen zone & UK
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Citizenship is inheritable by new-born
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Allows dual citizenship
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Easier access to the US & Canada
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No imposed taxes on non-residents
Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Options
Option 1: The National Economic Fund (Donation)
The National Economic Fund (NEF) was created to fund government sponsored projects. Its A non-refundable contribution depending on the number of dependents included in the application:
Applicant with up to 3 qualifying dependents
US $240,000
Each additional qualifying dependents under 18
US $10,000
Each additional qualifying dependents above 18
US $20,000
Newborn child of a citizen (12 months of age or below)
US $5,000
Spouse of citizen
US $35,000
Qualifying dependents of a citizen other than a spouse
US $25,000
Option 2 : Real Estate Investment
The applicant must invest in a government-approved real estate project within Saint Lucia at a minimum value of US $300,000. The investor must hold the property for at least five (5) years from the grant of citizenship. Furthermore, you may only re-sell that real estate under the Citizenship by Investment Program after five (5) years of acquiring citizenship. The following government fees also apply depending on the number of dependents included in the application:
Each qualifying dependent (Under 18 years of age ) :
US $10,000
Each qualifying dependent(Above 18 years of age):
US $20,000
Newborn child of a citizen (12 months of age or below)
US $5,000
Spouse of citizen
US $35,000
Qualifying dependents of a citizen other than a spouse
US $25,000
Option 3 : Government Bonds
Applicants may also satisfy the criteria for Citizenship by Investment by purchasing Government bonds in the name of the applicant. Investors need to hold onto the bonds for a minimum of five (5) years. The bonds do not bear any interest during this time, so only the original purchase amount is recoverable.
The following investment is required to meet the criteria:
Main applicant and any number of qualifying dependents
US $300,000
Non-Refundable Administrative Fee
US $50,000
Option 4: Enterprise Project
National Infrastructure and Road Improvement Program
The Citizenship Program is open to receiving proposals for investment into the following:
Speciality restaurants
Cruise ports and marinas
Agro-processing plants
Pharmaceutical products
Ports, bridges, roads and highways (Infrastructure)
Research institutions and facilities
Offshore universities
Housing projects
Social development projects
Investment services
Investment Amount Options:
Application Alone
US $ 3,500,000 (minimum investment)
Plus, non-refundable administration fee of US $50,000 will apply
More than one applicant (joint venture)
US $6,000,000 (minimum investment)
Each applicant must contribute at least US $1,000,000
Plus, non-refundable administration fee of US $50,000 will apply
Applicant alone with up to three other qualifying dependents
US $250,000 plus applicable administration fees
Administrative Fees for Dependents
Application Alone
An additional, administration fee of US $15,000 will apply
Applicant & Spouse
US $20,000
Applicant applying with two dependents
US $25,000
Applicant with three qualifying dependents
US $30,000
Additional Dependents (+3)
US $10,000 Each
Additional Fees for St. Lucia Citizenship Options
Application and registration fee
US $750 per applicant
Processing for main applicant
US $2,000
Processing for spouse
US $1,000
Processing for each dependent
US $1,000
Due diligence for main applicant
US $7,500
Due diligence for spouse
US $5,000
Due diligence for dependents above 16 years old
US $5,000 per applicant
How to Qualify for St. Lucia Citizenship
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Main applicant to Saint Lucia citizenship must be at least 18 years old
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Applicants must hold no criminal record
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Must prove the source of fund for the investment
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Dependent children under the age of 30
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Dependent parents above the age of 55
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Unmarried dependent siblings of the main applicant under the age of 18
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Must undergo due diligence checks to gain approval
Saint Lucia Visa-free Countries
Over the past number of years, the St. Lucian government has been successfully working on expanding its list of Visa-free countries.
How to Apply and Obtain St. Lucia Passport
Notice: Guide Consultants is an authorized Promoter listed under the Citizenship by Investment unit of Saint Lucia to promote & provide full services of their Citizenship by Investment program.
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Our specialized team will work with you to collect, translate and notarize the documents required, while ensuring all documents adhere to Saint Lucia government's requirements.
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The documents will be submitted together with the due diligence and processing fees to the government of Saint Lucia. Your application will start; due diligence will be performed.
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Once we secure the initial approval, Saint Lucia government will send a letter requesting the remaining funds.
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You make your investment for the program you have chosen.
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You receive your Certificate of Naturalization - you are now a citizen of Saint Lucia.
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Your Guide Consultants advisor applies for your Saint Lucia passport and delivers it to you.
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