St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Benefits

Citizenship Application Process

The citizenship application process involves an initial consultation to explore the available options. Preliminary security checks are performed to ensure a clean record. Agreements and fees, including legal and government costs, are settled. For those choosing real estate, property selection is coordinated. Documents are collected, translated, and submitted to the Citizenship by Investment Unit, with an approximate 4-6 month wait for approval. Extra documents may be requested during this period. Once approved, payments are made to obtain citizenship certificates within 60 days, followed by a 2-4 week process to receive the passport.

Investment Requirements

The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment program offers applicants two options: the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC), with a minimum starting contribution of $250,000 to the Federal Consolidated Fund, or the Real Estate Investment route, requiring a minimum investment of USD 400,000 in approved developments. The real estate investment must be held for a minimum of seven years and can later be sold to any interested party, including another citizenship applicant.

Timeline and Costs

From application to approval, obtaining St. Kitts-and-Nevis citizenship typically takes 4 to 6 months from start to finish. Costs involve government fees, due diligence fees, and the chosen investment, with expenses varying depending on your selected investment route.