St. Lucia

Citizenship by Investment

Minimum Investment

$240,000 (NEF donation)

Processing Time

3-4 months

Visa-Free Access

140+ countries

Minimum Age

18 years

The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program provides a flexible pathway to second citizenship through either donation, approved investment routes, including qualifying real estate developments, government bonds, or eligible business investments. Designed for global investors and families, the program combines efficiency with long-term value. Successful applicants benefit from enhanced global mobility, including visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 140 destinations, while gaining citizenship in a politically stable Caribbean country known for its natural beauty, strong legal framework, and international connectivity.

InvestmentFrom $240,000

Timeline12-24 months

HighlightGrowing Program

Key Benefits

Discover the advantages of St. Lucia's citizenship by investment program

145+ visa-free destinations

Multiple investment options

Visa-free travel to over 140 countries including Schengen Area, Hong Kong, and United Kingdom

Dual citizenship for maximum flexibility - retain original citizenship

National Economic Fund - Single Applicant$240,000

Non-refundable contribution to National Economic Fund

National Economic Fund - Family of Four$240,000

Same contribution amount for family of four or fewer

Additional Dependent Under 18 (NEF)$10,000

Per dependent child under 18

Additional Dependent Over 18 (NEF)$20,000

Per dependent adult over 18

Newborn Child Under 12 Months (NEF)$5,000

Per newborn child under 12 months of age

Real Estate Investment Minimum$300,000

Investment in pre-approved real estate, held for minimum of five years

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Principal)$30,000

Administrative fees for principal applicant (real estate option)

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Spouse)$15,000

Additional spouse fees for real estate option

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Dependent Over 18)$10,000

Per dependent over 18 for real estate option

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Dependent Under 18)$5,000

Per dependent under 18 for real estate option

Government Bond Investment$300,000

Investment in non-interest-bearing government bonds, five-year holding period

Government Bond Government Fee$50,000

Government fees for bond investment option

Approved Enterprise - Sole Investor$3,500,000

Minimum investment in government-approved enterprise projects

Approved Enterprise - Joint Venture$6,000,000

Joint enterprise investment with multiple investors

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Single)$15,000

For single applicants in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Main + Spouse)$20,000

For main applicant and spouse in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Main + 2 Dependents)$25,000

For main applicant with 2 dependents in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Main + 3 Dependents)$30,000

For main applicant with 3 dependents in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (4+ Dependents)$10,000 per applicant

Per applicant for main applicant with 4 or more dependents

Due Diligence Fee - Main Applicant$8,000

Required for all applicants

Due Diligence Fee - Additional Dependent$5,000

Per additional dependent 16 years or older

Processing Fee - Main Applicant$2,000

Processing fees for application

Processing Fee - Dependent Applicant$1,000

Per dependent applicant

Passport Fee$500

Per passport issued

*Fees subject to change. Contact us for current rates.

Submit Your Application2-4 weeks

Provide Supporting Documents2-4 weeks

Undergo Review Process4-8 weeks

Receive Approval1-2 weeks

Obtain Your Passport2-4 weeks

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Real Estate Investment Option

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National Economic Fund - Single Applicant$240,000

Non-refundable contribution to National Economic Fund

National Economic Fund - Family of Four$240,000

Same contribution amount for family of four or fewer

Additional Dependent Under 18 (NEF)$10,000

Per dependent child under 18

Additional Dependent Over 18 (NEF)$20,000

Per dependent adult over 18

Newborn Child Under 12 Months (NEF)$5,000

Per newborn child under 12 months of age

Real Estate Investment Minimum$300,000

Investment in pre-approved real estate, held for minimum of five years

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Principal)$30,000

Administrative fees for principal applicant (real estate option)

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Spouse)$15,000

Additional spouse fees for real estate option

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Dependent Over 18)$10,000

Per dependent over 18 for real estate option

Administrative Fees - Real Estate (Dependent Under 18)$5,000

Per dependent under 18 for real estate option

Government Bond Investment$300,000

Investment in non-interest-bearing government bonds, five-year holding period

Government Bond Government Fee$50,000

Government fees for bond investment option

Approved Enterprise - Sole Investor$3,500,000

Minimum investment in government-approved enterprise projects

Approved Enterprise - Joint Venture$6,000,000

Joint enterprise investment with multiple investors

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Single)$15,000

For single applicants in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Main + Spouse)$20,000

For main applicant and spouse in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Main + 2 Dependents)$25,000

For main applicant with 2 dependents in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (Main + 3 Dependents)$30,000

For main applicant with 3 dependents in enterprise option

Administrative Fees - Enterprise (4+ Dependents)$10,000 per applicant

Per applicant for main applicant with 4 or more dependents

Due Diligence Fee - Main Applicant$8,000

Required for all applicants

Due Diligence Fee - Additional Dependent$5,000

Per additional dependent 16 years or older

Processing Fee - Main Applicant$2,000

Processing fees for application

Processing Fee - Dependent Applicant$1,000

Per dependent applicant

Passport Fee$500

Per passport issued

*Fees subject to change. Contact us for current rates.

Submit Your Application2-4 weeks

Provide Supporting Documents2-4 weeks

Undergo Review Process4-8 weeks

Receive Approval1-2 weeks

Obtain Your Passport2-4 weeks

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St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

To obtain St. Lucia citizenship, applicants must apply through the country's official investment citizenship programme. This involves selecting an approved investment option, submitting required documentation, and passing due diligence checks. Once approved, successful applicants receive full citizenship, including a St. Lucian passport, offering global mobility and long-term benefits through legal investment pathways.

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