St Lucia Passport Visa-Free Countries: All You Need to Know

St Lucia is well known for one of its more awe-inspiring topographical features, the majestic Pitons — two mountainous volcanic plugs over 2,400 feet high. What it is less known for, but is no less significant, is its passport, which garners a not-too-shabby 75th place in the Global Passport Index. St Lucia passport holders can travel to 148 countries worldwide without the hassle of applying for a visa beforehand, in addition to several other benefits.

In this article, we will give a comprehensive overview of the St Lucia passport visa-free countries and permitted length of stay, the respective nation’s visa regulations for St Lucia passport holders — visa on arrival, electronic travel authorization (eTA), electronic visa (eVisa), or in-person visa application — and reveal how you can access these advantages yourself. 

Visa-Free Destinations by Region

As mentioned, a St Lucia passport affords the holder fantastic travel benefits. In this section, we’ll have a look at some of the popular regions or travel destinations of the typical traveler.

European Union (EU)

The European Union consists of 27 countries in Europe. Many of these countries are also members of the Schengen Region. St Lucia passport holders do not require a visa to visit the following countries in the EU: 

Asia

There are 11 Asian countries that St Lucia passport holders can travel to without first having to secure a visa:

Africa

There are 22 African states that permit visa-free entry to St Lucia passport holders:

Caribbean

As an Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) member, St Lucia citizens can visit, live, or work indefinitely in any member state with no visa requirements. As a member of the Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM), St Lucians can also visit any CARICOM nation for up to six months without a visa. Here is a list of Caribbean countries that provide visa-free access to St Lucia passport holders.

Central and South America

16 Central and South American countries permit visa-free entry to St Lucian passport holders:

St Lucia Passport Visa-Free Countries 2023

The following countries designated as visa-free do not require St Lucia passport holders to apply for a visa before traveling. The list includes visa-on-arrival countries that process visas at the port of entry. 

Important note – Due to various factors, entry requirements are subject to change. Therefore, it is advisable to check the respective nation’s visa regulations on the consulate or embassy website before you plan to travel since a country’s visa waiver policy may change. 

St Lucia Passport eTA Countries

Some countries do not require a visa but do require travelers to submit to an online prescreening for an eTA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, to be issued. This is an electronic document that is linked to your passport. Four countries require eTAs from St Lucia passport holders: Pakistan, the Seychelles, South Korea, and Sri Lanka.

St Lucia Passport eVisa Countries

An eVisa, or electronic visa, is a visa that is applied for online before traveling. Electronic visas take some of the red tape out of the visa application process. The following 30 countries provide eVisas for St Lucia citizens:

St Lucia Passport Visa Required Countries

The following countries do not allow Saint Lucian citizens to enter without a visa. They have a traditional visa application process that requires travelers to visit their embassy or consulate in person with the requested documents and pay a fee.

Obtain a St Lucia Passport

To access the visa-free travel advantages that come with being a St Lucia passport holder, you must first be a citizen of St Lucia. Those without family ties to the island may explore another route to citizenship, namely the citizenship by investment (CBI) program.  

The government established St Lucia’s CBI program in 2015 to allow qualified investors a means to citizenship via a capital investment into the country’s economy. Applicants may apply solo or include their eligible family members, who would also be entitled to citizenship upon approval.  

There are four investment options available:  

• A minimum $100,000 donation to the National Economic Fund (NEF) 
• A minimum $200,000 real estate investment 
• A minimum $3,500,000 solo business investment or $1,000,000 joint investment into a $6,000,000 enterprise 
• A $300,000 purchase of government bonds 

The process takes three to four months and is completed remotely without any need to visit the island or reside there afterward. 

Passport by investment eligibility requirements

To qualify as an applicant for the St Lucia CBI program, you must meet the following criteria:

• Be over 18 years old
• Hold an eligible nationality
• Be in good health
• Have a clean criminal record
• Pass a stringent background check
• Demonstrate good character

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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about St Lucia Passport Visa-Free Countries

How many countries can you travel visa-free with a Saint Lucia passport?

Saint Lucia passport holders have visa-free access to 148 countries in the world. This number includes 27 Schengen countries which give Saint Lucia nationals have visa free access.

How strong is the Saint Lucia passport?

According to the Global Passport Index, Saint Lucia is in 75th position. It allows visa-free travel to more than 140 countries (including Electronic Travel Authorization and visa-on-arrival, depending on the respective country’s visa waiver policy).

Does a St Lucia passport allow visa-free travel to Canada?

St Lucian passport holders cannot travel visa free to Canada. They need to apply for a visa in order to travel to Canada. However, Saint Lucian citizens who have either held a prior visa for Canada in the last ten years or who currently hold a valid visa for the United States, can apply for an electronic travel authorization or eTA, instead of a visa, when travelling to Canada by air.

Must I stay in Saint Lucia to retain citizenship?

No, you don’t have to reside in the country to keep your Saint Lucia citizenship. It completely depends on your preference. Saint Lucia citizens are not required to maintain residency on the island.