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St.Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment

St. Kitts and Nevis, a two-island region in the southern Caribbean, is a breath of fresh air, with a stunning natural topography. The Caribbean's cerulean blue waters are framed by lush, fertile lowlands backed by breathtaking mountains and cliffs. The tropical climate has a pleasant annual average temperature of 26°C (78°F). The islands offer a wealth of visual stimulation, like colorful coral reefs teeming with exotic fish. Christopher Columbus was so taken aback by the beauty that he called it after St. Christopher, the Patron Saint of Travellers, which was later shortened to St. Kitts. St. Kitts and Nevis deliver a high-quality standard of island life, with a rich cultural heritage, beautiful scenery, and a nice, friendly local community.

St. Kitts and Nevis is an English-speaking country with a federal constitutional monarchy led by the United Kingdom's Queen. There are no taxable wages, net income, or international income taxes in one of the strongest taxation systems in the world. There are no inheritance taxes or gift taxes in the country, and property taxes are low. The corporate tax rate is 35 percent, with a 15-year tax cut available. The VAT rate is currently 17 percent, with a reduced rate of 10% for the tourism industry. Visa-free travel is available to St. Kitts and Nevis from 157 countries around the world. IRC will help you realize your dream of being a citizen of St. Kitts and Nevis in as little as two months through the Caribbean's shortest Citizenship by Investment program.

Citizenship in St.Kitts & Nevis Has Its Advantages

  • There are no personal income taxes, net worth taxes, inheritance taxes, or multinational income taxes.
  • The applicant, their children, spouse, and parents or grandparents over the age of 55 are all given full citizenship and passports, with the possibility of dependent siblings under the age of 30 or dependent children between the ages of 18 and 30 enrolled in higher education.
  • Visa-free travel to 157 nations, including the European Union, the United Kingdom, Turkiye, Russia, and other Caricom countries.
  • Dual Citizenship is not limited in any way.
  • There is no requirement for a presence in the region.
  • Application processing can take as little as two months.

What Does It Take to Become a Citizen?

Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) will grant full citizenship and passport holder status to those who make a substantial monetary investment or donation while adhering to the rules set forth by the governing authority. St. Kitts and Nevis' government was the first in the world to give economic citizenship. There are currently two investment options available:

  • A minimum of USD 200,000 in real estate bought from a qualifying government project
  • A non-refundable contribution to the Sustainable Growth Fund starting at USD 150,000

Option 1: Real Estate

In St. Kitts and Nevis, real estate can be purchased with the option to sell after seven years of ownership. It can be used as a home office, a second home, a holiday home, or a rental income house. IRC will provide additional assistance with the acquisition of your ideal property due to its knowledge of the local real estate market. For your convenience, all recommended, eligible properties are handled.

The following are the current fees:

  • The minimum investment for a single applicant is $243,379.USD, which includes a minimum property purchase of $200,000.USD plus government, visa, and due diligence fees. The property's additional closing costs are variable.
  • The required investment for a family of four or more is $289,535.USD, which includes a minimum property purchase of $220,000.USD plus government, passport, and due diligence fees. The property's additional closing costs are variable.

Option 2: Sustainable Growth Fund

Your contribution to the SGF would help priority areas like tourism and culture, entrepreneurship, infrastructure, climate change, and health and education.

The following are the current fees:

The minimum investment for a single applicant is $158,332.USD, which includes a donation to the SGF of $150,000.USD plus government, bank, visa, and due diligence fees.

The minimum investment for a family of four or more is $164,347.USD, which includes a donation to the SGF of $150,000.USD plus government, bank, visa, and due diligence fees.

Legal Requirements 

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
  • Applicants must not be involved in a criminal case or be considered a security or reputational threat.
  • Applicants must not be restricted from traveling to any of the 157 countries that do not need a visa.

For More Information

Please do not hesitate to contact the IRC if you need any additional details. From the beginning to the end of the procedure, we provide technical assistance and maintain a safe transaction. If required, additional assistance in locating and purchasing real estate may be offered.