The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program, established in 2015, stands as the most recent addition to the CIP programs in the Caribbean region. With a keen focus on the global elite, Saint Lucia has strategically positioned its program by limiting application numbers and raising the net worth requirement. The result is a program that is both exclusive and enticing, offering the tropical benefits of the region while maintaining an authentic and engaging atmosphere. The simplicity and transparency of the Saint Lucia citizenship program provide various privileges and investment options, including government contribution, investment in government bonds, or purchasing real estate on the naturally beautiful island.

Ways to obtain Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment

• Make a donation to the government, with pricing starting from $100,000 USD for an individual applicant. $140,000 USD for couples, $150,000 USD for family up to 4, (additional family members can be added with additional fees).
• Or invest in a government- approved real estate hotel project, with prices starting from $200,000 USD and hold the investment for 5 years.
• Or invest in government bonds for the amount of $300,000 USD for the main applicant and any number of dependents, with an additional no refundable administration fees of $50,000 USD.

** Additional fees apply for governmental, legal, and administrative Final pricing dependent on family size and age of family members.

Eligibility Requirements for Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment

• The main applicant must be over 18 years of age.
• Be of outstanding character.
• Have a clean criminal record.
• Have an excellent health.
• Must not have rejected visa entry to any of the countries of which Saint Lucia enjoy a visa-free entry treaty with.

Benefits of obtaining Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment

• Obtain St. Lucia passport (nationality) for life.
• The St. Lucia passport allows access to more than 146 countries visa-free, including the Schengen Zone and UK.
•  St. Lucia is a Commonwealth nation.
•  Nationality is granted to the family – inclusive of dependent children up to the age of 30 and dependent parents, age 55 and above.
•  It is not required to visit or reside in the country in order to obtain the passport.

Process and Steps to Obtain Saint Lucia Citizenship and Passport:

• Step 1: Preparation of documentation and compiling the file.
• Step 2: Submission of the file to the government of Saint Lucia.
• Step 3: Receipt of approval from the government.
• Step 4: Transferring investment amount (either contribution or real estate investment).
• Step 5: Receipt of citizenship certificates and passports.

FAQs about Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program:

What is the estimated processing time to get the passports?

On average the whole process should take from 6 to 9 months.

Do I need to give up my original citizenship when I acquire Saint Lucia Citizenship by investment?

No, Saint Lucia allows dual citizenship.

Do I have to reside in Saint Lucia to obtain citizenship by investment?

No. There is no requirement for physical residence to obtain citizenship under the program’s regulations.

How much does the program cost?

The investment amounts differ from one investment stream to another as well as the number of family members that will be included in an application.

Can your company assist with the renewal of expired Saint Lucia passports?

Absolutely! Prime Properties offers services to help you renew your Saint Lucia passport after it has expired.