St Lucia Passport Requirements as a US Citizen

Surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Pitons, St Lucia is a small but beautiful island nation in the West Indies. If you are planning to visit St Lucia for a vacation or business, you need to know all about the latest St Lucian passport requirements. This article will take you through the requirements to visit Saint Lucia, travel necessities, visa requirements, and more. Make sure to bookmark this article, especially if you are traveling from the United States.

When traveling to Saint Lucia, all US citizens must present a valid US passport that will remain valid for the duration of stay whether arriving by airplane or by private sea-going vessel. In addition to this, visitors need to share their proof of departure date along with accommodation details at the time of entering Saint Lucia.

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Visa Requirements: US Citizens Traveling to Saint Lucia

US citizens traveling to Saint Lucia can stay on the island for 90 days without a visa. This period is usually sufficient if you plan a vacation in Saint Lucia. But if you plan to stay in the island country for over three months, you must apply for a visa. You can do so by applying through the immigration department in Saint Lucia. Immigration authorities require US citizens to have a valid US passport for the duration of their stay. No visa is required if you provide an onward or return ticket, confirmation of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds to maintain yourself.

Air Travel Passport Requirement

Even if you are traveling to Saint Lucia by air, US citizens must provide a valid passport. The passport should be valid for at least six months during your travel to St Lucia. Travelers should note that they must have at least one page blank in their passport book so that there’s enough space to put the entry stamp while he/she enters Saint Lucia. Moreover, visitors to Saint Lucia must also show their proof of departure date, that is, their return ticket from St Lucia.

Below is a more detailed list of requirements a US citizen must meet to enter Saint Lucia:

Valid US passport: Ensure you have a valid US passport for the entire duration of your stay in Saint Lucia.

Additionally, no visa is required if you can provide the following:

Onward or return ticket: You must have proof of an onward or return ticket.

Confirmation of accommodation: Present confirmation of your accommodation arrangements in Saint Lucia.

Financial proof: Be prepared to show evidence of your ability to support yourself during your stay.

These requirements are essential for a smooth entry into Saint Lucia. Ensure you check for any updates or changes to these requirements before your trip.

Passport Requirement: Cruising in Saint Lucia

If traveling to Saint Lucia by sea, you can provide your passport or any other document that meets the entry requirements like Passport cards, Trusted Traveler Programs, and Enhanced driver’s license.

Although cruise travel to Saint Lucia doesn’t require a passport through Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant documents, US citizens should carry their passport during when traveling overseas, especially in case of any emergencies. With travel St Lucia closed-loop cruise ships, ensure you comply with the rules and regulations of other island destinations on your trip.

Exceptions while cruising

Americans can travel without passports when arriving Caribbean closed-loop cruises departing and returning to the same port in the US. Most US cruise travelers choose to carry their passports when traveling.

Exceptions for children

Children under 16 years old: Children under 16 can show their birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or citizenship certificate as proof while traveling to and from St Lucia through sea travel.

Adults under 19 years old: Adults under 19 traveling by sea, can use US birth certificates as proof of identity. This applies to individuals under 19 traveling with their school, church, or social/cultural organizations and under the supervision of an adult.

St Lucia Entry Requirements for a Passport Card

When traveling to St Lucia or any other Caribbean island on closed-loop cruises, you can show a passport card. The card is a state-approved official document that can be used as a substitute through the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI). These passport cards cannot be used for air travel.

Passport cards cost $55, and a card with a passport book costs $135.

Trusted Traveler Programs

If you’re a frequent flier, you can use the Trusted Traveler Program. Trusted Traveler Programs like NEXUS, SENTRI, AND FAST also allow international travel.

Enhanced Driver's License

An Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL) is a special government-issued driver’s license that can be used as a travel document when arriving by sea or land. With an EDL, you can re-enter the US from Canada, Mexico, and Caribbean islands. EDL’s are only available to residents of:

• Michigan
• Minnesota
• New York
• Vermont
• Washington state

Application for a US Passport to St Lucia

Make sure to apply for your new passport through USA.gov as soon as you decide to travel to St Lucia. You should keep in mind that the cost of a US passport application is higher for fast-tracked passports.

Visas to St Lucia

If you’re a citizen of one of the following nations, you can travel visa free to St Lucia for up to six weeks.

Andorra	Greece	Norway
Angola	Grenada	Palestine, State of
Antigua and Barbuda	Guatemala	Panama
Argentina	Guyana	Peru
Austria	Haiti	Philippines
Bahamas	Honduras	Poland
Barbados	Hong Kong	Portugal
Belgium	Hungary	Romania
Belize	Iceland	Saint Kitts and Nevis
Bosnia and Herzegovina	Ireland	San Marino
Botswana	Israel	Seychelles
Bulgaria	Italy	Singapore
Chile	Jamaica	Slovakia
Colombia	Kenya	Slovenia
Costa Rica	Kiribati	Spain
Croatia	Latvia	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Cuba	Lesotho	Suriname
Cyprus	Liechtenstein	Sweden
Czechia	Lithuania	Switzerland
Denmark	Luxembourg	Taiwan, Province of China
Dominica	Malawi	Tanzania, United Republic of
Dominican Republic	Malaysia	Trinidad and Tobago
Ecuador	Malta	Tunisia
El Salvador	Mauritius	United Kingdom
Estonia	Micronesia, Federated States of	Uzbekistan
Eswatini	Moldova, Republic of	Vanuatu
Fiji	Monaco	Holy See (Vatican City State)
Finland	Montenegro	Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
France	Netherlands	Zambia
Gambia	Nicaragua	Zimbabwe
Germany

St Lucia Visa Categories and Cost

The visa cost is based on the nationality of the applicant and depends on the place from where they apply.

Visa type cost

• Single-entry vacation visa: About $42
• Multiple-entry vacation visa: About $54
• Business visa: About $48

St Lucia Citizenship By Investment Program

If you are thinking of relocating to St Lucia, the St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program is the most suitable route. In return for investing in the country, you can acquire St Lucia citizenship.

Investment options

• Donation: Contribute $100,000 to the National Economic Fund
• Real estate: Purchase government-approved real estate for at least $200,000.
• Business: Establish a business worth 3.5 million or invest $1 million in a joint venture worth $6 million. Alternatively, invest $100,000 into an infrastructure projective.
• Government bonds: Invest at least $300,000 in non-interest-bearing National Action Government Bonds (NAB)

Obtaining a St Lucia Passport

You can apply for a St Lucia passport through the nearest St Lucia consulate general. The application processing time is generally fourteen days, with the option to fast-track a passport in one to five working days.

St passport cost

• Cost of regular passport: EC$80 ($30)
• Cost of express passport: EC$130 ($48)

Requirements to obtain a St Lucia passport

• You should be over the age of 18.
• You should successfully complete your investment in St Lucia and be able to provide proof of the investment done in the country.
• You should have no criminal record and must be of outstanding character.
• You should have no serious health conditions.
• You should pass the stringent background/security check.
• You should be able to pay the processing fee (non-refundable), diligence fee, and administrative fees on the time of your application.

Required documents

• NIS card (applicants aged 16-17)
• National Identification Card (applicants aged over 18)
• Birth certificate
• Saint Lucia citizenship document

If your application is to replace a lost passport, you may also require a police report from local police.

Benefits of Saint Lucia Passport

• Fast application process, taking around three months to six months.
• Applicants can apply for Saint Lucia passports for family members.
• Saint Lucians can travel to over 140 St Lucia passport visa free countries

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