Citizenship Program Overview
The St. Lucia Citizenship Program, inaugurated in December 2015, stands as the most recent addition among the Caribbean citizenship-by-investment initiatives.
Eligibility criteria for program application include being at least 18 years old, in good health, and free of any criminal record. Furthermore, applicants are obligated to make a non refundable donation to the Saint Lucia National Economic Fund or participate in government-approved real estate projects as part of the investment requirement.
Eligibility & Benefits
Are you 18 or above, in good health, and have a clean record? That's the first step. We'll guide you through due diligence checks and help confirm your investment sources. Your eligible dependents include your parents above 65 years of age, spouse and adult children under 25 years of age, whether biological or adopted (Parents and children older than 18 must be dependent on the main applicant).
- Visa-Free Travel: Enjoy visa-free and visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries and territories, including notable destinations such as Hong Kong, Singapore, the Schengen Area, and the United Kingdom.
- Legal Guarantee: St. Lucia, as a stable Commonwealth country, operates under a democratic system based on the British parliamentary model, ensuring stability and legal assurance.
- Streamlined Process: Experience a smooth and efficient application process, with the acquisition of your new citizenship targeted within a timeframe of 6 months.
- Tax Benefits: Benefit from minimal taxation in St. Lucia, including exemptions from wealth, gift, inheritance, foreign income, or capital gains taxes.
- Minimal Residency Requirements: Enjoy the convenience of no mandatory travel to St. Lucia during or after the application process, and experience no residency obligations.
- Dual Citizenship Permitted: Retain your current citizenship(s) without the need for renunciation, and rest assured that your home authorities will not be notified of your new citizenship.
Time frame & Legalities
The anticipated duration for the application process is 6 months. The initial stage, involving document collection, may vary in duration based on the applicant's ability to compile the required documents. Our team facilitates this process by offering samples and providing best practice advice. The review stage is contingent upon the Government's schedule and may be influenced by external factors beyond our control, We maintain close collaboration with the Government throughout the entire process, striving to ensure the fastest and most seamless experience for the applicant.
The Saint Lucia Citizenship Act, passed in August 2015, received approval from both houses of Parliament. Regulations pertaining to Citizenship by Investment in Saint Lucia are outlined in Statutory Instrument No. 89 of 2015. This legislative framework allows individuals and families to obtain Saint Lucian citizenship through a qualifying investment.
