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How to Obtain Saint KITTS Citizenship through Investment

The St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment programme offers two main investment paths. Applicants can obtain citizenship and a passport through a donation route or by investing in government approved real estate projects. The government requires a minimum donation of $250,000 to the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) or a minimum real estate investment of $325,000. In addition, related government application fees, agency costs and due diligence fees apply.

St Kitts significantly increased their investment levels on 27th July, 2023. The previous SGF or LTO are no longer investment options for St Kitts citizenship.

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Overview of Saint Kitts Citizenship by Investment Programme

First established in 1984, the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment programme is the longest-standing CBI programme in the world. The programme attracts high-net-worth individuals and their families from all over the world looking to increase their global mobility and diversify their interests. Successful applicants will be granted St Kitts citizenship and a certificate of naturalisation. The Saint Kitts Citizenship by Investment programme has helped the nation generate substantial foreign investment which in turn helps to boost the local economy and fund key community-focused projects across Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Saint Kitts Citizenship by Investment Requirements

In addition to making the necessary investment or donation there are several requirements that applicants must meet for Saint Kitts

Family Requirements

Family members can be included in the application for St Kitts citizenship. The main investor can include:

Spouse
Children up to age 30 years
Dependent parents over 65 years

Due Diligence Requirements

All applicants will need to be of good character and undergo the government’s due diligence formalities: Investors must provide

Provide police reports – evidence of a clean criminal record
Have no outstanding visa refusals
Submit various documentation, including financial documents, employment/ business documents, ID, proof of address
Attend a virtual interview

Minimum Stay Requirements

Saint Kitts Citizenship by Investment programme does not require applicants to meet any minimum stay requirements. Citizens of St Kitts will have the right to live, work or study in St Kitts and Nevis if they wish to, but this is not a pre-requisite of the programme. There is also no language test required.

Good Character
Clean Criminal Record
No Visa Refusals

Include Full Family
Dependent Parents 65y +
Dependent Children

No Minimum Stay
No Language Test
No further fees

Applicants ID
Proof of Funds
Birth / Marriage Certificates
Financial Records

How Much Does St Kitts Citizenship by Investment Programme Cost?

St Kitts Citizenship by Donation

The lowest cost route to gain St Kitts Citizenship is via a donation to the Sustainable Island State Contribution Fund (SISC). The minimum investment required is currently $250,000 for a single applicant or a family of up to four people. Additional due diligence and processing fees are also applicable and will vary depending on the applicant’s age and the size of their family.

St Kitts Citizenship by Real Estate Investment

Applicants can also gain citizenship in Saint Kitts and Nevis by investing in government-approved real estate developments, such as hotel resorts and touristic properties, by investing a minimum of $325,000 (resalable after 7 years) for each main applicant. Casa Aurum offers a selection of established projects, including exclusive five-star resorts which are managed by globally recognised hotel brands and built by the Caribbean’s most reputable developers. Some options offer the potential for an annual return and the real estate can be sold after a mandatory holding period, allowing you to release your capital without affecting your citizenship status.

How Long Does It take to Get Citizenship by Investment in St Kitts?

The government aim to process all applications within a maximum of six months of submission to the St Kitts Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU). On average it takes most applicants between 2-6 weeks prior to this to gather all their documentation. Casa Aurum’s in-house processing team will assist applicants with this entire process and the application can be filed remotely, no need to travel. See the FAQ’s below for a more detailed breakdown of the timeframe.

Important Note: Since 1 January 2017 only certain international agents are authorised to promote the St Kitts program. Casa Aurum is approved by the CIU and St Kitts government as an International Marketing Agent to promote the St. Kitts Citizenship by Investment programme.

Benefits of St Kitts Citizenship by Investment Programme

Once investors have successfully been granted their Saint Kitts and Nevis Certificate of Registration they can enjoy the full benefits of a St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship which include:

Security of a Plan B Citizenship and Passport
Diversify your assets outside of your current region
Live, Work and Study in St Kitts and other CARICOM nations
Tax-free incentives for residency

How to Apply

Step 1

Book your free consultation with Casa Aurum’s team of experts to discuss and decide which programme and investment route is best suited to you and your family. Our experienced consultants will advise you on all applicable fees and guide you through the entire process in detail.

Step 2

You can choose your real estate investment remotely through our trusted advisors, or you can visit St. Kitts to select your investment and appoint a lawyer to take care of the conveyancing on your behalf. Through Power of Attorney the property purchase can be completed at the notary in your absence.

Step 3

Once the real estate investment is complete, usually within 30 days, you can then apply. Clients will need to attend an application appointment to submit their biometric data, or it can be submitted within six months following the appointment.

Step4

Once your golden visa application has been approved you will be issued with a five-year St. Kitts Permanent Residency permit. This can be renewed every five years providing the real estate investment is maintained.

St. Kitts FAQ's

Casa Aurum has more than 10 years’ experience dealing with both the St. Kitts and Portuguese golden visa programmes. The main difference between these programmes is that Portugal offers a more flexible path to citizenship. St. Kitts Permanent Residency programme is better suited to those who specifically want real estate in St. Kitts, with the added advantage of a residency permit. If your end goal is citizenship in the EU, then St. Kitts may not be the most suitable option as you must reside full time for seven year and speak fluent St. Kitts.

Athens is one of the most favoured areas for investment for the golden visa in St. Kitts. However, as of May 2023, the required investment in Athens and 35 other municipalities in St. Kitts will double to €500,000. The government are introducing this law in a bid to spread foreign investment more equally across the country. Elsewhere the investment remains at €250,000.

It is not possible to obtain citizenship through investment in St. Kitts without a period of residency. Investment in real estate can obtain a golden visa, a permanent residency permit, and the right to live full time in St. Kitts. Following seven years of residency, St. Kitts citizenship can be applied for, providing the applicant can speak fluent St. Kitts. Note that St. Kitts is considered one of the world’s hardest languages to learn and for many this factor will stop them applying for St. Kitts Citizenship. If your end goal is to secure citizenship in Europe, then you may wish to consider another programme.

Anyone can apply for St. Kitts Golden Visa Programme. Casa Aurum has handled applications from over 150 countries worldwide. As with any programme, certain nationalities, such as Iranians and Russians, face banking sanctions so will be prohibited from transferring their funds to a St. Kitts bank. Casa Aurum can advise on a case-by-case basis.

Non-residents in St. Kitts will pay tax on their income derived in St. Kitts but not on income from outside of the country. Income tax starts at a rate of 22%. Rental income from property in St. Kitts is taxed at rates, from 11% to 33%. Certain expenses are deductible from the gross income. Capital gains tax (CGT) is charged at 15% on property sales.

Yes, however you must have invested a minimum of €250,000 equity in the property. So, for example, a purchase of €750,000 with a €500,000 mortgage will qualify for the golden visa application.

The key disadvantage is the inability to apply for St. Kitts citizenship without a period of residency in St. Kitts and the ability to speak fluent St. Kitts. Our clients are not usually looking to relocate countries and that is one of the key reasons why Portugal remains more popular than St. Kitts for Golden Visa investors.

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