Step 1: Step 1
Engage an authorised agent licensed by the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) to begin your application.
Citizenship in Saint Lucia
About Saint Lucia
About Saint Lucia
St. Lucia offers a secure and efficient Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, allowing applicants to obtain a Saint Lucia passport through either a non-refundable donation to the National Economic Fund (NEF) or by investing in approved real estate. The program is family-friendly and typically processes applications within 6–12 months, subject to thorough background checks and due diligence.
Capital:CastriesLanguage:EnglishCurrency:XCD (Eastern Caribbean Dollar)
- Population
- 180,149
- Capital
- Castries
- Language
- English
- Currency
- XCD (Eastern Caribbean Dollar)
- Time zone
- UTC−4 (Atlantic Standard Time)
- Climate
- Tropical, warm and humid year-round with wet and dry seasons
Why Saint Lucia
Why Saint Lucia?
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 145 countries, including the UK, Schengen Area, Singapore, and Hong Kong
No residency requirement; citizenship is lifetime, inheritable by future generations
Flexible investment options: National Economic Fund (NEF) donation or approved real estate projects
Rigorous multi-layer due diligence, including background checks and personal interviews
Family-friendly: include spouse, children, parents, and siblings (subject to eligibility)
Process
How it works
Step 2: Step 2
Gather required documents and undergo thorough due diligence checks, including background verification and interviews.
Step 3: Step 3
Receive approval in principle from the CIU and complete the qualifying donation or real estate investment.
Step 4: Step 4
Take the oath of allegiance, obtain your Certificate of Citizenship, and apply for St. Lucia passports for all approved applicants.
Eligibility — Requirements
Requirements
The following list outlines the core eligibility requirements for this program.
Clean criminal record and successful completion of due diligence checks.
Qualifying investment through the National Economic Fund (donation) or an approved real estate project.
Proof of legal source of funds, valid identification, and travel documents.
Medical certificate confirming good health for each applicant.
Compliance with St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment regulations and nationality restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
Question 1
Applications are generally processed within 6–12 months, depending on due diligence and completeness.
Question 2
You may include your spouse, children under 31, unmarried siblings under 18, and parents or grandparents aged 55 and above.
Question 3
No. There is no residency requirement before or after citizenship is granted.
Question 4
Yes. All applicants and dependents undergo strict background, financial, and health checks.
Question 5
St. Lucia citizenship offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 145+ countries, no residency requirement, dual citizenship, and family inclusions under one application.
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