St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment
The World’s Longest-Running Citizenship Program
Launched in 1984, the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program is the oldest and most trusted citizenship program in the world. It offers high-net-worth individuals and their families the opportunity to obtain citizenship through a secure and efficient process.
At Raizing Sovereign, we provide seamless, professional guidance to help you and your family secure citizenship in this Caribbean paradise.
Why Choose St. Kitts and Nevis?
- Visa-Free Travel: Enjoy access to over 160 countries, including the EU, UK, Hong Kong, and Singapore
- Favorable Tax System: No personal income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or gift tax.
- Dual Citizenship Allowed: Keep your current citizenship alongside your St. Kitts and Nevis nationality.
- No Residency Requirement: No obligation to reside or even visit St. Kitts and Nevis before or after citizenship approval.
- Stable and Secure Economy: Strong sectors in tourism, real estate, and financial services.
- English-Speaking Country: English is the official language, making communication easy.
- Tropical Lifestyle: Stunning beaches, rainforests, rich cultural heritage, and a warm community.
- High Standard of Living: Good healthcare and education facilities, with international schools available.
Program Highlights
- Processing Time: Citizenship granted within 6–9 months.
- Minimum Investment: Starting from USD 250,000.
- Family Inclusion: Spouse, children under 25, and parents over 65 can be included.
- Lifetime Citizenship: Citizenship is for life, with passports renewable every 10 years.
- Flexible Requirements: No mandatory interviews or physical presence required.
Documents Required
- Valid passport copies.
- Birth certificates for all applicants.
- Marriage certificate (if applicable).
- Police clearance certificates for applicants over 16.
- Proof of lawful source of funds.
- Medical examination forms.
- Completed government application forms.
- Eight recent passport-size photos per applicant.
FAQs about Program
Yes, St. Kitts and Nevis allows dual citizenship.
No, physical presence is not required.
The passport is valid for 10 years and is easily renewable.
Yes, parents over the age of 65 can be included.
There is no personal income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or gift tax.
St. Kitts and Nevis
The Raizing Index is updated annually to offer an in-depth assessment and comparison of global residency and investment programs
47,755
Population Growth: 0.65%
17,090 USD
GDP (per capita)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
1.5 billion USD
Visa-free countries:
157
RELIGIONS
Anglican: ~22%
Methodist: ~18%
Roman Catholic: ~17%
Other Christian denominations & religions: ~43%
GOVERNMENT TYPE
Federal parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy (part of the Commonwealth)
CURRENCY
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 2.70 XCD (fixed rate)
LOCATION
Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, southeast of Puerto Rico
CAPITAL
Basseterre
TIME DIFFERENCE
UTC -4
TOTAL AREA
261 km²
LANGUAGE
English (official): Widely spoken
Local dialects and Creole also spoken informally
Processing
Time
45-60 DAYS
Donation or Investment From
€ 140,000 EUR
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