Venture Deeper into St. Kitts and Nevis
CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT
The St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme is the oldest of its kind in the world. The programme offers citizenship to high net worth individuals and their families in a peaceful and prosperous part of the Caribbean.
Benefits Of The ST.KITTS & NEVIS Citizenship By Investment Program
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The ability for the primary applicant to obtain citizenship, along with eligible family members
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A thriving and sustainable caribbean haven
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No income or wealth tax and no residency requirements, either before or after obtaining citizenship.
ST.KITTS & NEVIS VISA FREE COUNTRIES
Citizens of St Kitts & Nevis have visa-free access to 156 countries including the Schengen area, UK, Singapore, Hong Kong.
Investment Options & Cost
Nicola Capital Management Inc. offers two options for individuals interested in obtaining citizenship from St. Kitts and Nevis. These options are as follows:
1. SUSTAINABLE ISLAND STATE CONTRIBUTION (SISC)
The Sustainable Island State Contribution (Sisc) Is Used To Support The Economic And Social Development Of St Kitts And Nevis.
| Main Applicant | 250,000 USD |
| Main Applicant and a Spouse | 300,000 USD |
| Main applicant, Spouse and up to Two Dependents | 350,000 USD |
| Each Additional Dependent Under 18 | 50,000 USD |
| Each Additional Dependent Over 18 | 75,000 USD |
2. DEVELOPER'S REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT OPTION
Real Estate Investment Through One Of The Government Approved Real Estate Projects. The Minimum Real Estate Investment In An Approved Development Is US $400,000 (resaleable After Seven Years) For Each Main Applicant. In Addition To The Purchase Of Real Estate, There Are Government Fees To Be Paid.
| Main Applicant | 25,000 USD |
| Spouse of the Main Applicant | 15,000 USD |
| Dependent under 18 | 10,000 USD |
| Dependent Aged 18 or Over | 15,000 USD |
3. THE FOLLOWING DUE DILIGENCE FEES APPLY TO ALL CBI APPLICATIONS:
Each Main Applicant Is Required To Attend An Interview Conducted By An Independent Professional Firm Commissioned By The Citizen By Investment Unit (CIU) Or By Officials Of The Unit Either Virtually, In Person In St Kitts And Nevis Or In Person At Such Other Location Approved By The Board Of Governors Of The CIU. Within 120 Days Of Acknowledgment From The Citizenship By Investment Unit (CIU) Of Submission Of A CBI Application, The CIU Will Advise Whether An Application Is: (1) Approved-in-principle (2) Denied Or (3) Delayed For Cause And Is Still Being Processed
| Main Applicant | 10,000 USD |
| Each dependent aged 16 or over | 7,500 USD |
FAQs
No, residency is not required in St. Kitts and Nevis to obtain citizenship through the investment program.
Yes, you can add family members included in the original application after obtaining citizenship, and also add newborns by descent after obtaining citizenship.
One of the advantages of obtaining citizenship in Saint Kitts and Nevis is that there are no taxes on your property, capital gains, or even inheritance when you become a citizen of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
The duration for obtaining citizenship in St. Kitts and Nevis depend on the investment type. However, the processing period may range from as little as 6 months to a year.
No, you must submit your application to approved and recognized bodies, such as: Nicola Capital Management, as applications for citizenship must be handled by authorized agents who have experience and are recognized by the country’s government.