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Here, you can immerse yourself in a blend of influences from the native Carib people, the British, and the French. Moreover, with its towering mountains and sparkling beaches, it is one of the most beautiful Caribbean islands.
You can obtain St. Lucia citizenship in as little as 6 months. Consequently, this will allow you to secure a St. Lucia passport, guaranteeing visa-free access to 159 countries, including the EU Schengen area, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
To apply for the St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme, fulfill ONE of the following investment options AND meet other requirements:
OPTION 1. Donate to the National Economic Fund
The first Citizenship by Investment option requires a $240,000 contribution by you.
Furthermore, each new dependent you add to a family of four costs $15,000. In addition to these costs, there is a $2,000 processing fee for you, and you need to pay $1,000 for each dependent. As a result, due diligence fees run to $7,500 for you and $5,000 for dependents over the age of 16.
OPTION 2. Invest in National Action Government Bonds
Deposit $300,000 in these non-interest-bearing bonds. Pay a $50,000 administration fee, which includes a $2,000 processing fee for you and $1,000 for each dependent.
Moreover, you are liable to $7,500 due diligence fees for you and $5,000 for dependants over the age of 16. What’s more, you need to keep the bonds for 5 years.
OPTION 3. Contribute to an Approved Real Estate Project in St Lucia
Invest $200,000 in high-end tourist properties. In addition, pay a $30,000 administrative fee as a solo applicant. This amount increases to $45,000 if applying with a spouse.
Furthermore, pay a $5,000 administrative fee for each dependent under 18 and $10,000 for those over 18. Lastly, there are $7,500 due diligence fees for you and $5,000 for dependents over the age of 16.
OPTION 4. Invest in a St Lucia Approved Enterprise Project
Contribute $250,000 as a solo applicant up to a family of 4 in:
Specialist restaurants
Cruise ports and marinas
Agro-processing plants
Pharmaceutical products
Ports, bridges, roads, and highways (infrastructure)
Research institutions and facilities
Offshore universities
Housing projects
Social development projects
Investment services
pay an extra administration fee of US$15,000. In addition, each dependant aged 18 and above is liable for a $35,000 administrative fee whilst those under 18 pay $25,000.
If you’re applying just with your spouse, however, the administrative fee to pay will be $40,000 in total ($20,000 each). It costs $25,000 each if you’re applying with 1 dependants and $30,000 if there are 3 dependants.
Other St Lucia Citizenship Requirements and Benefits
As a St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program applicant, you must present your birth certificate and a valid passport. You also need to maintain your investment for at least 5 years. Yet you do not have to move to St Lucia to become a citizen.
Furthermore, it’s worth noting that any future offspring can qualify for Saint Lucia citizenship.