St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Ultimate Guide for 2025

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program offers foreign investors second citizenship and a new passport in return for a financial contribution to support national development. Successful applicants can secure citizenship and a St. Lucia passport, which offers access to 148 visa-free countries.

The starting investment is $240,000 as a donation to the National Economic Fund (NEF), and other options include real estate investment, business investment, and acquisition of government bonds.

St. Lucia’s political stability, refundable investment options, and business-friendly environment present an attractive solution for investors seeking a second passport.

• St. Lucia CBI overview
• Benefits of St. Lucia citizenship
• St. Lucia CBI eligibility criteria
• Investment options for St. Lucia citizenship
• St. Lucia CBI required documents
• How to get St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment
• St. Lucia estimated citizenship cost

• Visa free countries: 148
• Visa free to Schengen Area: Yes
• Tax framework: No worldwide income taxes
• Processing time: 10 to 12 months
• Minimum government fund contribution: $240,000
• Minimum real estate investment: $300,000
• Minimum total for one applicant: $260,600
• Minimum total family of four: $269,400
• Eligible dependents:
  • Spouse
  • Children under 30
  • Children with disabilities
  • Parents and grandparents over 55
  • Unmarried siblings under 18
• Passport validity:
  • 10 years for citizens over 18
  • 5 years for minors under 18
• Visit or residency requirement: None
• Citizenship interview: Yes (virtual)

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program allows individuals to obtain St. Lucia citizenship through a significant financial investment. As determined by the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Act No. 14 of 2015 and amendments to the Act on 1 July 2024, the minimum investment is $240,000, and investors can choose from four investment options.

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) is the state authority governing approved investments and donations, due diligence checks of eligible investors, and Authorized Agents. Citizenship by investment in St. Lucia offers dual citizenship and a second passport, allowing travel to 148 countries without a visa, including the UK, Schengen Area countries, Hong Kong, and Russia. The main investor can include their family members in the application.

The four investment routes include:

• National Economic Fund (NEF) non-refundable donation
• Approved real estate investment
• Approved enterprise investment
• Government bonds acquisition

St. Lucia dual citizenship is allowed, and as a member country of international organizations like the Commonwealth of Nations, CARICOM, and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), successful applications gain a second citizenship with enhanced protections and diplomatic rights.

1. Affordable second citizenship: St. Lucian CBI has no minimum net worth requirement, and investments start from just $240,000 for a single applicant or a family of four people.
2. Tax optimization: Tax advantages include no worldwide income tax, inheritance, or capital gains tax.
3. Fast application process: The St. Lucia citizenship application process takes as little as 10 months to complete.
4. No residency requirements: There are no residency requirements to obtain or maintain a St. second Lucia passport.
5. Government bonds option: The Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report produced by the Global Intelligence Unit ranks St. Lucia highly for CBI investment, which includes a government bonds option, the only refundable investment route in the Caribbean.
6. Extensive family inclusion: In addition to a spouse and children, qualifying dependents include parents, grandparents, and siblings.
7. Visa free travel: A St. Lucia passport facilitates visa free access to 148 countries, including EU countries, the UK, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore
8. Dual citizenship allowed: St. Lucia recognizes dual citizenship, allowing successful applicants to maintain multiple citizenships when obtaining St. Lucia citizenship.
9. Security of a Plan B: Secure a Plan B for yourself, your family, and future generations with a solid Plan B to ensure financial stability in a safer, more politically stable environment.
10. Residence and Work Rights: Successful applicants have the right to live, work, and study in St. Lucia, as well as other member states of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).
11. Access to healthcare: All St. Lucia residents have access to healthcare from both public and private facilities.

St. Lucia’s citizenship by investment program’s eligibility requirements follow legislation outlined in the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Act.

Main applicant

• Be over 18 years old
• Have a clean criminal record
• Be of excellent character
• Be able to make a qualifying investment

Qualifying dependents

• Spouse
• Children of the main applicant or spouse
  • Under 21
  • Aged 21 and 30, if supported by the main applicant or spouse
  • Aged 21 or over and physically/mentally challenged
• Parents and grandparents of the main applicant or the spouse aged 55 or above
• Siblings of the main applicant or spouse, unmarried, with no children, aged 18 or younger

Banned nationalities

• Belarus
• Iran
• Russia

Citizens of the above countries can qualify, provided they have no ties to the country and have lived in a non-restricted country for at least ten years.

Minimum stay requirement

Investors applying for St. Lucia citizenship do not need to visit or live in the country to qualify for or maintain citizenship. Their application is handled by an Authorized Agent, and only a virtual interview is required. The citizenship process can be finalized remotely. The St. Lucia government and the four other Caribbean citizenship by investment programs have decided to introduce a minimum residency requirement in 2025, expected to be about 30 days. The legislation is currently in development.

01/ National Economic Fund (NEF) contribution

A non-refundable financial contribution of $240,000 to the Saint Lucia National Economic Fund qualifies a single applicant or a main applicant with up to three dependents.

02/ Approved real estate purchase

The government-approved real estate investment option requires a purchase valued at least $300,000, which qualifies a main investor and any number of dependents. Obtaining St. Lucia real estate citizenship requires applicants to maintain their investment for at least five years after being granted citizenship.

03/ Approved enterprise investment

There are two options to invest in approved enterprise projects:

• Option A: $3.5 million investment as a solo investor
• Option B: $250,000 investment in a joint venture worth at least $6 million

The investment qualifies a main investor and any number of dependents. In addition to the minimum investment required, the main applicant must pay a government application fee of $50,000 and an administrative fee for themself and each qualifying dependent.

04/ Government bonds acquisition

St. Lucia government bonds option requires purchasing $300,000 worth of non-interest-bearing National Action Government Bonds (NAB), which can be fully recovered after five years. The investment qualifies a main investor and any number of dependents. In addition to the minimum investment required, the main applicant must pay a government application fee of $50,000.

Besides the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment minimum investment amount for 2025, the government application, and administrative fees (for real estate investment, enterprise investment, and National Action Government Bonds acquisition), applicants must pay additional fees.

• Due diligence fee
• Processing fee
• Passport

After gaining citizenship, the primary investor can apply for citizenship for new family members.

• $5,000 for a newborn child aged 12 months or below
• $35,000 for a spouse $35,000
• $25,000 for other qualifying dependent

General documents required

• Passport application form
• Original birth certificate
• Certified copy of passport bio data page
• Two passport-sized photos (2 inch x 2 inch) with one certified.
• Affidavit of Name Difference or Deed Poll (if applicable)
• Permanent residence card (if applicable)
• National identity card (if applicable)
• Certified colored copy of current passport(s) showing name, photo citizenship/nationality, date and place of issue, expiry date, passport number, and issuing country
• Photograph and signature certificate (for children below 18 or if dependent, please insert N/A in the designated signature slot)
• Six original passport-sized photos of each applicant taken within the last six months. The face must be neutral, with one photo affixed to the Medical Examiner Declaration.
• Proof of residential address valid within the last three months. Examples include a Certified copy of a recent utility bill corresponding to your address OR a bank statement showing full name and address to show proof of address.
• Marriage (for married women only)
• Divorce certificate (for divorced women only)
• Death certificate (for widowed women only)
• Copy of military service card (if applicable)
• Affidavit from spouse or ex-spouse relating to children applying for citizenship
• Affidavit of support for qualifying dependents
• Education certificates and transcripts
• Professional and academic certificates (submit these for children over 18 years old, too).
• Professional reference letter (from an attorney, chartered accountant, or other profession of similar standing) valid within the last six months immediately before the submission of the application.

Supporting documents

• Certified copy of your current and expired visas
• Police certificate from country of birth and from any other country where you’ve resided for at least one year. The police certificate should be no more than six months old.
• Custody or legal guardianship records
• Statutory declaration of a non-accompanying parent of a qualifying dependent below 18 years old, indicating that they have no objection to their child acquiring St. Lucian citizenship.
• A certified copy of a photo ID of a non-accompanying parent bearing their signature

The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment official website, cipsaintlucia.com, provides a full list off the required documents.

Translation and certification of documents

Non-English documents submitted with the application must be accompanied by a certified English translation only. All the required documents to support the application must be certified and authenticated as per the originating jurisdiction’s laws.

1. Contact Authorized Agent: Contact an Authorized Agent licensed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) to submit your citizenship application.
2. Initial due diligence checks: Your licensed agent will perform preliminary due diligence checks to ensure a successful application.
3. Client agreement and retainer payment: Confirm the agreement with your licensed agent to submit your application by making a retainer payment.
4. Gather documents and complete forms: Gather necessary documentation and complete all forms.
5. Submit your application: Your dedicated St. Lucia citizenship lawyer or Authorized Agent will submit your application on your behalf*.
6. Due diligence checks: The (CIU) will process your application and carry out comprehensive due diligence checks.
7. Attend citizenship interview: The main applicant and dependents over 16 must attend a mandatory virtual interview with CIU-approved professionals.
8. Receive Approval in Principle: Successful applicants will receive an approval letter from the CIU within 90 to 120 days stating their application has received pre-approval.
9. Make your investment: Once you have received your government approval letter, you must make your qualifying investment, pay the government administration fees, and send proof to the CIU.
10. Receive citizen approval: You and your family will be granted citizenship by the CIU.
11. Collect Certificate of Registration: The CIU will issue your Certificate of Registration, which must be collected in person either in the country or at an approved St. Lucia High Commission, Embassy, or Consulate.
12. Full citizenship received: You are now a fully registered citizen of St. Lucia and can retrieve your citizenship certificate and St. Lucia second passport.

*The CIU doesn’t accept applications directly from prospective applicants but only from Authorized Agents with a St. Lucia CIP License.

Citizenship processing time

The St. Lucia citizenship timeline is between 10 to 12 months.

The following table outlines estimates of the St. Lucia citizenship price, including the minimum donation and additional fees required for a single applicant:

St. Lucia

• Strengths:
  • Offers the only fully refundable investment through the government
    bonds option
  • One of two programs offering business investment
  • Comprehensive family eligibility
• Weaknesses:
  • Only one approved real estate development
  • Longest average citizenship timeline

Antigua and Barbuda

• Strengths:
  • Most family-friendly program
  • Zero personal income tax
• Weaknesses:
  • Only country with a minimum residency requirement

Dominica

• Strengths:
  • Most affordable CBI program
  • Most affordable real estate investment
• Weakness:
  • No visa free access to the UK, Ireland, or Schengen Area
  • Only two investment options

Grenada

• Strengths:
  • Eligibility for the US E-2 Visa
  • Broad list of government-approved real estate projects
  • Fast processing time of six months
• Weaknesses:
  • Only two investment options

St Kitts and Nevis

• Strengths:
  • Fastest processing time
  • Most reputable CBI program
  • Strongest Caribbean passport
• Weakness:
  • Most expensive donation and real estate options
  • Minimum seven-year holding period for property investments

Why use Global Citizen Solutions?

Global Citizen Solutions is a multidisciplinary firm offering bespoke residence and citizenship solutions in Europe and the Caribbean. In a world where the economy and politics are unpredictable, having a second citizenship opens up opportunities and creates flexibility for you and your family.

So, why work with Global Citizen Solutions to obtain St Lucia citizenship?

• Authorized International Marketing Agent. Global Citizen Solutions have official certification by the Government of St Lucia to promote and market their Citizenship by Investment program. You can find a copy of our certificate by clicking the image on the right
• Global approach by local experts. We are corporate members of the Investment Migration Council, with local expertise in all five Caribbean CBI programs.
• 100 percent approval rate. We have never had a case rejected and will offer you an initial, free-of-charge, due diligence assessment before signing any contract.
• Independent service and full transparency. We will present to you all the investment options available, and all expenses will be discussed in advance, with no hidden fees.
• An all-encompassing solution. A multidisciplinary team of immigration lawyers, investment specialists, and tax experts will take into consideration all your and your family's mobility, tax, and lifestyle needs.
• Confidential service and secure data management. All private data is stored within a GDPR-compliant database on a secure SSL-encrypted server.

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