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Citizenship in St. Kitts & Nevis

St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship

About St. Kitts & Nevis

Overview

About St. Kitts & Nevis

St. Kitts & Nevis runs the world’s longest-standing Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program. Applicants can qualify by making a non-refundable contribution to the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC), investing in approved real estate, or contributing via the Public Benefit Option (PBO). Typical timelines are 3–6 months with thorough due diligence and interviews, leading to a St. Kitts & Nevis passport.

Capital:BasseterreLanguage:EnglishCurrency:East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Population
~53,000
Capital
Basseterre
Language
English
Currency
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Time zone
UTC−4 (Atlantic Standard Time)
Climate
Tropical maritime

Why St. Kitts & Nevis

Key Points

Why St. Kitts & Nevis?

  • Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 150+ countries (subject to change)

  • No minimum stay; citizenship is lifetime and inheritable

  • Multi-layer due diligence, document verification, and personal interviews

Process

How it works

  1. Step 1: Step 1

    Engage a licensed agent to prepare your PBO application and guide you through the process.

  2. Step 2: Step 2

    Collect documents; complete due diligence; attend a personal interview

  3. Step 3: Step 3

    Receive Approval in Principle (AIP); complete SISC/PBO contribution or real estate purchase

  4. Step 4: Step 4

    Take the oath; receive your certificate; apply for your passport

Eligibility — Requirements

Eligibility

Requirements

4 items

The following list outlines the core eligibility requirements for this program.

  • Clean background and verifiable source of funds

  • Qualifying SISC/PBO contribution or investment in an approved real estate development

  • Valid ID/travel documents and health declarations

  • Compliance with nationality, sanctions, and regulatory restrictions as applicable

Frequently asked questions

Question 1

Well-prepared files typically complete in 3–6 months, subject to due-diligence findings and interview timing.

Question 2

Yes. You can include a spouse, qualifying children, parents/grandparents 55+, and certain siblings. Fees vary by age and relationship.

Question 3

No. There is no residency requirement during or after approval.

Question 4

SISC contribution, Public Benefit Option (PBO), or approved real estate.

Question 5

Broad travel access, no taxes on inheritance/capital gains/worldwide income, dual citizenship permitted, and the right to live, work, and study in the federation.

Compare Your Options

OptionMinimumWhat it isHold / NotesBest for
SISC (donation)US$250,000 (family up to 4)Non-refundable contribution to the Sustainable Island State agendaNo asset to hold; fees extraSpeed, simplicity, predictable costs
Public Benefit Option (PBO)US$250,000Contribution to a Public Benefit Unit in an Approved Public Benefit ProjectNo asset; project must be CIU-approvedImpact-minded applicants wanting a non-real-estate path
Approved Real EstateFrom US$325,000Purchase in an authorised development’s specified unitMinimum hold per program rules; resale after holdCapital-first families wanting an asset
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