SAINT LUCIA

Saint Lucia has one of the newest and most carefully structured citizenship by investment programs in the Caribbean. Vibrant, exclusive and well-positioned, it combines tropical lifestyle with strong global access and a clear regulatory framework.

Why choose Saint Lucia?

By learning from its regional neighbours, Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Board has built a program that is efficient for investors while delivering tangible economic benefits to the country.

The program recognises dual citizenship and is attractive for those looking at mobility, lifestyle and tax planning. Key advantages include:

• Fast processing, typically within three months.
• Dependants can include children up to 30 years of age.
• Dependent siblings under 18 (unmarried, with no children) may be added.
• Inclusion of dependent parents or children with physical or mental challenges.
• Dependent parents aged 55+ can be included if they live with and are fully supported by the main applicant.
• No physical residence requirement.
• No need to visit Saint Lucia during the application process.
• No education or senior management background requirement.
• Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to around 140 destinations, including the Schengen Area, the UK and Hong Kong.
• No tax on foreign-source worldwide income.

Qualifications

The program was created under the Citizenship by Investment Act 2015, making it the most recent addition to Caribbean CIP offerings. It targets a more selective, higher-net-worth audience by limiting overall application numbers and maintaining strict due diligence.

Applicants must:

• Demonstrate good character and reputation.
• Hold a clear criminal record.
• Be in good health.

Investment options

1. National Economic Fund contribution

Investors may make a monetary contribution to the National Economic Fund (NEF) at one of the following levels:

• US$240,000 – single applicant.
• US$240,000 – main applicant plus up to three qualifying dependants.
• US$10,000 – each additional qualifying dependant under 18 years.
• US$20,000 – each additional qualifying dependant over 18.

2. Real estate investment

Applicants may invest a minimum of US$300,000 in a government approved real estate project. Government fees, property registration, processing charges and taxes are payable in addition to the purchase price.

3. National Action Bond investment

Following approval, an applicant (with any number of qualifying family members) can invest US$300,000 into Saint Lucia National Action Bonds.

This option carries a non-refundable administration fee of US$50,000 per application.

Next steps

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