St. Kitts and Nevis

Citizenship By Investment

Welcome to St. Kitts and Nevis

With its breathtaking natural beauty, warm skies and white sandy beaches, St. Kitts & Nevis is one of the most stunning spots in the Caribbean. And you could be waking up there every morning in as little as a few months.

Facts about St. Kitts and Nevis

Capital

Basseterre (St. Kitts)
Charlestown (Nevis)

Population

52,441

Total Area

261 km2

Currency

East Caribbean Dollar

Why Choose St. Kitts and Nevis

This beautiful two-island nation is blessed with tropical temperatures, clear blue waters and a bustling trade and tourism economy. 

It is well-connected by direct f lights to and from Europe and the U.S., and offers residents and citizens sought-after advantages, such as dual citizenship and tax-free worldwide income. As one of the longest-established programs of its kind, the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program offers applicants a host of unique benefits: 

Fast Process

Fast processing within 4 months

Attractive Tax System

No tax on worldwide income

Remote Residency

No physical residency requirements

Family Oriented

Inclusion of dependent children under 30, and dependent parents or grandparents over 55

Optional Travel

No requirement to travel to St. Kitts & Nevis during the application process

Flexible Requirements

No interview, education or managerial experience required

Visa-free Travel

Visa-free travel to more than 100 countries, including the Schengen member states, UK, Hong Kong, Singapore and others

Qualifications

Saint Christopher and Nevis’ Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1984 under the regulations of the 1984 Citizenship Act, Part II, Section 3 (5), which makes it the longest established citizenship by investment program in the world.

To qualify for citizenship in St. Kitts & Nevis, applicants must fulfill one of the investment options in addition to the following criteria:

  • Be of outstanding character
  • Hold no criminal record
  • Have excellent health
  • Have a high personal net worth

Investment Options

Sustainable Growth Fund

The Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF) will invest in sustainable areas benefiting every citizen and resident of St. Kitts and Nevis, including health care, education, alternative energy, heritage, infrastructure, tourism and culture, climate change and resilience, and the promotion of indigenous entrepreneurship. 

Depending on the total number of applicants, the following contribution levels must be met:

  • US$150,000: Main applicant
  • US$25,000: Spouse
  • US$10,000: Per additional dependent

Real Estate Investment

Five-Year Hold Period

Applicants may purchase government-approved property valued at a minimum of US$400,000, or purchase shares valued at the same minimum amount in a real estate development. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years. Investors may be required to pay additional taxes and fees.

Seven-Year Hold Period

Applicants can make an investment of US$200,000 in a government-approved luxury resort. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of seven years. 

RRA handpicks prestigious projects to meet our clients’ expectations. Please contact us for available options. 

Our Process

The following table breaks down the St. Kitts & Nevis program application process into six basic steps. Each step must be completed before continuing to the next. 

Month 1

Step 1

File preparation. RRA issues pre-approval letter. Advisory and due diligence fees are due at this step. 

Month 2

Step 2

Citizenship file submission.

Month 3

Step 3

Government’s Citizenship-by-Investment Unit issues Approved in Principle letter.

Step 4

Investment made in selected option. Payment of government fees, if applicable. 

Month 4

Step 5

Naturalization Certificate issued.

Step 6

Submission of passport application, if applicable.

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