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St Lucia
citizenship by investment
Without residence
Before and after obtaining the passport
Before and after obtaining the passport
0%
Tax on capital gains, inheritance, and worldwide income
Tax on capital gains, inheritance, and worldwide income
US visa
10-year tourist visa may be available
10-year tourist visa may be available
10+ months
Obtaining period
Obtaining period
The St Lucia citizenship program was launched in 2015. Applicants obtain citizenship under a simplified process. They do not need to live in the country or pass a language exam.
Investors choose from 4 options: a contribution to the National Economic Fund, investments in business, purchase of real estate, or government bonds.
Investors choose from 4 options: a contribution to the National Economic Fund, investments in business, purchase of real estate, or government bonds.
Citizenship is also granted to the investor’s spouse, children, parents, brothers and sisters.
The procedure takes as little as 10 months.
The procedure takes as little as 10 months.
9 benefits of St Lucia citizenship
- Fast‑track to second citizenshipThe procedure takes 10+ months. Applications are submitted online, and naturalisation certificates and passports are delivered by courier.
- Family applicationsCitizenship is extended to family members: a spouse, children under 30, parents over 55, and siblings under 18.
- No residency requirementInvestors do not need to reside in St Lucia either to obtain or maintain citizenship, but they are free to visit the island any time.
- Global mobilityCitizens of St Lucia travel more freely worldwide and spend less time arranging visas.
- US Visitor VisaInvestors can apply for a B–1/B–2 Visitor Visa to the United States. It is valid for 10 years and allows stays of up to 180 days each year.
- Tax optimisationTax residents of St Lucia are exempt from taxes on worldwide income, inheritance, capital gains, and salaries.
- Business opportunitiesInvestors may register companies in St Lucia. This makes it easier to open bank accounts abroad and conduct settlements with international partners. The names of company founders are not publicly disclosed.
- Sponsorship allowedA sponsor, such as a parent, can cover the program costs for a relative. The sponsor must provide personal and financial documents and undergo Due Diligence.
- A safe havenSt Lucia offers a quick relocation option for investors and their families in case of need. They may also live, work, study, or receive medical treatment on the island.
Requirements to apply for St Lucia citizenship
Over 18 years old
Legal source of funds
No criminal record
Good health
Legal source of funds
No criminal record
Good health
No criminal record
Up to 30 years old
Financially dependent on the investor
Single and childless
Financially dependent on the investor
Single and childless
Over 55 years old
Financially dependent on the investor
Financially dependent on the investor
Up to 17 years old
Single
With consent of a parent or guardian
Single
With consent of a parent or guardian
Investment options for obtaining St Lucia citizenship
Request
Non‑refundable contribution — $240,000+
Investment in important projects — $250,000+
Government bonds — $300,000+
Real estate — $300,000+
Non‑refundable contribution — $240,000+
Investment in important projects — $250,000+
Government bonds — $300,000+
Real estate — $300,000+
Details
Contribution to the National Economic Fund. The amount depends on the family size: $240,000 for a single applicant or family of up to 4. This amount increases by:
Investors may fund major infrastructure, such as ports, bridges, or highways, or invest in an approved business project. Collective investment is allowed for at least $6,000,000.
Investors can purchase interest‑free government bonds, which are redeemable after 5 years.
Investors can purchase government‑approved property, such as hotels, villas, or resorts. The investment may be returned after 5 years through resale. This option is currently almost unavailable.
Contribution to the National Economic Fund. The amount depends on the family size: $240,000 for a single applicant or family of up to 4. This amount increases by:
- $10,000 per child under 18;
- $20,000 per family member over 18.
Investors may fund major infrastructure, such as ports, bridges, or highways, or invest in an approved business project. Collective investment is allowed for at least $6,000,000.
Investors can purchase interest‑free government bonds, which are redeemable after 5 years.
Investors can purchase government‑approved property, such as hotels, villas, or resorts. The investment may be returned after 5 years through resale. This option is currently almost unavailable.
Additional costs
$8,000+
Due Diligence
$4,100+
Other fees
$15,000+
Administrative fee
$8,000+
Due Diligence
$4,100+
Other fees
$50,000
Government fee
$8,000+
Due Diligence From
$4,100+
Other fees
$30,000+
Administrative fee
$8,000+
Due Diligence
$4,100+
Other fees
$8,000+
Due Diligence
$4,100+
Other fees
$15,000+
Administrative fee
$8,000+
Due Diligence
$4,100+
Other fees
$50,000
Government fee
$8,000+
Due Diligence From
$4,100+
Other fees
$30,000+
Administrative fee
$8,000+
Due Diligence
$4,100+
Other fees
Key documents to apply for St Lucia citizenship
- All valid passports
- Photos
- CV
- Birth certificates
- Marriage or divorce certificate
- Proof of income legality
- University diploma
- Military ID
- Police clearance
- Proof of address
- Bank reference letter
- Professional reference
- Bank statements for the last six months
How to obtain St Lucia citizenship by investment: step‑by‑step process
A compliance specialist checks whether the investor meets the program requirements, examines the source of funds and possible risk factors that could hinder obtaining a passport. The process takes one day.
The lawyers compile a list of required documents. They prepare and certify copies, fill in forms, affidavits and other papers for the application.
The St Lucia CBI Unit reviews the applicants’ documents. Background checks are carried out for all applicants over 16; the authority also examines the applicants’ finances. An online interview is required.
If Due Diligence is successful, the CBI Unit issues an approval letter. The investor has 30 days to transfer the money under the chosen option.
Within four to five weeks after the transfer, naturalisation certificates are issued. Then passports are prepared; this takes about a week.
The investor receives passports and the registration certificate by courier to the specified address.
The investor receives passports and the registration certificate by courier to the specified address.
Additional services
Investors contact us for additional services after obtaining citizenship, for example, to renew a passport or exchange a driving licence.
- Passport renewal after five years
- Replacement of a lost passport
- Obtaining a driving licence
- Obtaining a tax number
- Opening a bank account
- Obtaining an ID card and NIC
- Applying for a US Visitor Visa
- Obtaining a police clearance certificate
We are an official partner of Passportivity in South Africa.
