St Lucia Citizenship

CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT

St Lucia

Acquiring citizenship in St. Lucia provides visa-free entry to 148 nations, encompassing the EU Schengen Area, as well as unrestricted travel to destinations such as Hong Kong and Singapore.

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Visa-free Countries

$100,000

Minimum Requirement

4-5

Months Processing Time

St. Lucia Citizenship offers access to a nation steeped in history, where the influences of the Carib people, British, and French converge. With breathtaking mountain ranges and pristine beaches, it stands as one of the Caribbean’s most enchanting islands.

Beyond its natural allure and historical richness, multiple pathways to St. Lucia Citizenship through investment begin with a minimum investment of $100,000.

Attaining St. Lucia Citizenship can take as little as four months, granting you a St. Lucia passport for visa-free entry to 148 countries, including the EU Schengen Area, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

Benefits of St Lucia

You won’t have to pay taxes on income earned worldwide.

Among all Caribbean destinations, the St. Lucia citizenship program demands the lowest contribution.

Experience unrestricted entry to 148 countries worldwide without the need for a visa.

No physical residency obligations, language exams, or geographical restrictions apply; you can apply from anywhere globally.

Who is eligible for St Lucia citizenship?

  • Firstly, be at least 18 years old.
  • Secondly, have no history of prosecution except for minor traffic offenses.
  • Next, not be under an active criminal investigation.
  • Lastly, not be deemed mentally incapacitated by a court or physician.
  • Firstly, be aged 18 or above.
  • Secondly, have no history of prosecution except for minor traffic offenses.
  • Next, not be under an ongoing criminal investigation.
  • Lastly, not be deemed mentally incapacitated by either a court or a doctor.
  • Fully supported by the investor
  • Firstly, under the age of 18
  • Next, unmarried
  • Finally, with the written consent of a parent or guardian
  • Over 55, and
  • Living with and entirely dependent on the investor
  • Of any age
  • Fully supported by the investor

Programme Requirements

To be eligible for the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme, you must satisfy ONE of the following investment options as well as meet additional requirements:

Choice 1: CONTRIBUTE TO THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC FUND

The initial Citizenship-by-Investment option necessitates a $100,000 contribution from you. Moreover, this amount increases to $140,000 if you are applying with a spouse. If you include two additional dependents, the fee rises to $150,000.

Furthermore, each new dependent added to a family of four incurs a $15,000 charge. Alongside these expenses, there is a $2,000 processing fee for you, and an additional $1,000 per dependent is required. Consequently, due diligence fees amount to $7,500 for you and $5,000 for dependents aged over 16.

Choice 2. Invest in government bonds under the National Action Program.

Deposit $300,000 into these non-interest-bearing bonds. Include a $50,000 administration fee, covering a $2,000 processing fee for you and $1,000 for each dependent.

Additionally, you are responsible for $7,500 in due diligence fees for yourself and $5,000 for dependents over the age of 16. Also, it’s essential to remember that you must retain the bonds for five years.

Choice 3. Contribute to an endorsed real estate venture.

Invest $200,000 in upscale tourist properties. Additionally, as a sole applicant, you will be required to pay a $30,000 administrative fee, which rises to $45,000 if applying with a spouse.

Moreover, you will incur a $5,000 administrative fee for each dependent under 18 and $10,000 for those over 18. Finally, there are due diligence fees of $7,500 for you and $5,000 for dependents over the age of 16.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND BENEFITS

As an applicant for the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme, you must uphold your investment for a minimum of five years. However, relocating to St. Lucia is not obligatory to attain citizenship.

Additionally, it’s important to highlight that any future children may be eligible for St. Lucia Citizenship by Descent.

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Application Process

Process

Client onboarding begins

Our process begins with Form 1, facilitating our initial Escapar due diligence. Subsequently, upon successful screening, we'll furnish you with a Client Agreement (CA) for your review and signature.

Once we receive the signed agreement and retainer payment, our case processing team will finalize all essential government forms and supporting documents. If the program necessitates a property investment, you'll be required to enter into a sales and purchase agreement with the developer.

Ultimately, we will coordinate with the property developer and the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit on your behalf.

Application review and submission

Prior to submitting your documents, we will meticulously review your application to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Citizenship by Investment Unit. Moreover, our legal team will conduct comprehensive final checks before proceeding with the submission of the necessary forms.

The Unit will conduct its own due diligence and subsequently assess all the documentation. Meanwhile, we will maintain close collaboration with them throughout the process to ensure the swift and efficient processing of your application.

As the primary applicant, you will be required to attend an interview with the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit. This can be conducted either in person at their headquarters in Castries or through an arranged online appointment.

Citizenship issued

  • Your application will undergo assessment by the Citizenship by Investment Unit. Upon approval, you must fulfill all required contributions and settle any applicable government fees. Subsequently, you will be required to sign the oath of allegiance in the presence of an attorney-at-law, a Consular Officer of St. Lucia, an Honorary Consul of St. Lucia, or a Notary Royal, or Notary Public.

    Following this, you will be able to obtain your Certificate of Registration, which can be collected either at the Castries HQ or at your nearest Consulate or Embassy.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who can apply for the St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme?

  1. To be successful in your St Lucia Citizenship application, you must contribute to the country’s economy in one of a variety of ways:
  2. Firstly, you can opt for a Donation, wherein you will make a non-refundable contribution to the National Economic Fund. This starts at $100,000 for a single applicant and increases with each additional dependant you include in your application.
    Alternatively, you may choose the Government Bond Investment route. Depending on the size of the family applying for St Lucia Citizenship, you can invest in non-interest-bearing Government Bonds, which must be held for five years. The minimum investment required is $250,000 and increases according to the number of dependants.
  3. Real Estate Investment: A minimum investment of $300,000 in a government-approved real estate development such as the Canelles Resort. The property must be held for a minimum period of five years.
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How many Saint Lucia visa-free countries are there?

With a Saint Lucia passport, you will enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 148 countries. These include the European Schengen Area, the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong. This can be incredibly beneficial if you’re travelling frequently for business, as it can save time and money on Electronic Travel Authority visa applications, thereby facilitating smoother travel experiences.

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In order to be approved for St Lucia Citizenship, will I need to reside in the country?

Another notable benefit of the St Lucia Citizenship Programme is that you do not need to live on the island to qualify for this new nationality. Moreover, you do not need to undertake an interview or language test as part of the St Lucia Citizenship application requirements.

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Who can I include in my St Lucia Citizenship application?

As part of your St. Lucia citizenship application, you can include the following as your dependants:

  • Firstly, your spouse
  • Secondly, any dependent children under 31
  • Additionally, your dependent siblings who are under 18
  • Fourthly, your dependent parents and grandparents aged at least 55
  • Lastly, mentally or physically challenged children, stepchildren, or parents of any age.
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How long will my St Lucia Citizenship be valid for?

Once your citizenship is granted, it is for life. However, your St Lucia passport is valid for five years, so you will need to renew it when it expires.

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