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St. Kitts and Nevis

Caribbean citizenship with global mobility.

Residency by Investment Contribution, public benefit project, or real estate investment

Program Overview

Why St. Kitts and Nevis?

The St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment programme in 2026 offers direct citizenship through the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC), Public Benefit Option (PBO), or real estate investment. The minimum qualifying contribution is USD 250,000. Family members can be included, and applicants gain visa-free access to over 150 countries. Mandatory interviews and biometric enrolment were introduced in 2026.

Citizenship by Investment (SISC / PBO / Real Estate)
Direct Citizenship with No Residency Requirement
Family Inclusion (Spouse, Children, Parents)
Visa-Free Travel to 150+ Countries
Tax-Friendly Caribbean Jurisdiction

Eligibility Requirements

  • Valid passport and clean criminal record.
  • Evidence of lawful funds and source of wealth.
  • Qualifying contribution or investment.
  • Compliance with St. Kitts & Nevis due diligence and biometric enrolment.

Investment Options

Choose the route that matches your portfolio and residency goals.

Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)

USD 250,000

Non-refundable contribution to national fund.

Public Benefit Option (PBO)

USD 250,000+

Investment in government-approved development projects.

Real Estate Investment

USD 325,000

Purchase qualifying property; must hold for 7 years.

Program Benefits

Designed for families, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking global access.

Direct citizenship with no residency requirement.

Family inclusion for spouse, children, and parents.

Visa-free travel to 150+ countries including EU Schengen and UK.

Tax-friendly jurisdiction with no income, capital gains, or inheritance tax.

Citizenship is hereditary for future generations.

Application Process

We manage each step with legal partners and local support.

01

Eligibility & Planning

Confirm investment route and family inclusion strategy.

02

Investment Execution

Make qualifying contribution or purchase property.

03

Application Filing

Submit application with supporting documents and due diligence checks.

04

Interview & Biometric

Complete mandatory interview and biometric enrolment.

05

Approval & Citizenship

Receive citizenship certificate and passport upon approval.

Associated Costs

Placeholder costs shown below. These will be updated with official fees.

Minimum qualifying investment USD 250,000 (SISC)
Government fees Approx. USD 10,000–15,000 per applicant
Legal / due diligence USD 7,500–10,000
Translation & notarization Varies

Frequently Asked Questions

Example answers until program-specific data is finalized.

Is real estate eligible?

Yes, minimum USD 325,000 property purchase qualifies with 7-year holding.

Can family be included?

Yes, spouse, children, and parents are eligible.

When is citizenship granted?

Citizenship is granted immediately upon approval.

What changed in 2026?

Mandatory interviews and biometric enrolment introduced under new CBI Act.

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