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St. Lucia citizenship by investment

About second citizenship programs – St. Lucia citizenship

Visa-free access to 150 countries

Enjoy seamless and extended business trips to cities within your selected destinations

Secure a prosperous future for your family

Provide a peaceful life for your entire family, including spouse, children, parents, and siblings

Ranked 32nd among global passports

The St. Lucia passport ranks 32nd out of 157 global passports

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About St. Lucia

Discover the Benefits of St. Lucia Citizenship

Saint Lucia is a Caribbean island nation, the second largest in the Windward Islands of the Lesser Antilles, located about 24 miles (39 km) south of Martinique. Its capital and main port is Castries.

With St. Lucia citizenship, investors enjoy visa-free travel to France, the UK, and the Schengen Area, benefit from tax optimization, and gain access to European banking services.

Why Choose St. Lucia

St. Lucia recognizes dual citizenship and offers numerous advantages, including:

Visa-free Travel

Access to 150 countries and territories, including the Schengen Area.

Lifetime Citizenship

Enjoy the right to live, work, and study in St. Lucia for life.

Stable Nation

Reside in a politically and economically stable country that is part of the Commonwealth of Nations, CARICOM, and the International Organization of La Francophonie.

Family Inclusion

You can include family members in your citizenship application.

Investment Options

Choose to invest in the Saint Lucia National Economic Fund, real estate, enterprise projects, or Government bonds.

Minimal Residency Requirements

No residency or travel obligations, except for the Oath of Allegiance, which can be taken in Saint Lucia or at any Saint Lucian Embassy, High Commission, or Consulate.

Investment Options

National Economic Fund (NEF) Contribution

To qualify for St. Lucia citizenship through the NEF, applicants must make a non-refundable donation:

$100,000: For a single applicant
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$165,000: For the main applicant plus a spouse
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$190,000: For a family of up to 4 dependents
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$25,000: For each additional dependent
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Other investment options

Real Estate Investment

Under this option, applicants must purchase real estate that has been pre-approved by the St. Lucian government. The property must be held for a minimum of 5 years after obtaining citizenship. The required investment amount is $300,000 per application.

The following government fees apply:

$50,000: Main applicant
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$35,000: Spouse
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$35,000: Dependent at least 18 years old
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$25,000: Dependent under 18 years old
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Pre-approved Enterprise Project Investment

Investments in pre-approved enterprise projects must create a minimum of 3 permanent jobs. Joint investments are permitted, but each applicant must contribute at least $1 million. The total value of the project must be at least $6 million and result in the creation of at least 6 permanent jobs.

$3,500,000: Single applicant
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$6,000,000: More than 1 applicant with each contributing no less than US$1,000,000
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Government Bond Investment

Investments in government bonds must be held in your name for a minimum of 5 years after citizenship is granted. These bonds do not accrue interest during the entire holding period.

$500,000: Single applicant
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$535,000: Main applicant plus a spouse
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$550,000: Family with up to 4 dependents
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$25,000: Each dependent
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Qualification requirements:

Saint Lucia offers citizenship to applicants from all nationalities, provided the following criteria are met:

Age: Applicants must be over 18 years old.
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Health: Applicants must be in good health.
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Moral Character: Applicants must have good moral character.
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Applicants can include family members, such as a spouse, children up to the age of 25, and parents or grandparents aged 65 or older, provided they live with and are dependent on the main applicant. Exceptions may apply for disabled children.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The process typically takes about 3 to 4 months from the submission of a complete application.

Yes, you can include your spouse, children up to the age of 25, and parents or grandparents aged 65 or above, provided they are living with and dependent on you. Exceptions apply for disabled children.

No, there are no residency or travel requirements before, during, or after the application process, except for taking the Oath of Allegiance.

No, government bonds under the citizenship by investment program do not accrue interest during the required 5-year holding period.