Citizenship by Investment – Introduction
St Kitts and Nevis - Citizenship by Investment
Citizenship is a status that an individual enjoys with a nation. The country promises protection and certain levels of freedom to the citizen while the citizen fulfills certain responsibilities and duties towards the nation. Getting a citizenship status is considered one of the most privileged forms of nationality.
People who are born in a country become citizens by birth. Citizenship by naturalization is the process of moving to another country, living there for a specific period, and acquiring citizenship. Citizenship by investment is another program that allows you to enjoy dual citizenship for life by investing in the country.
This will open a plethora of opportunities to high-net-worth investors. Choosing the right country to get your second citizenship will improve your personal and financial security, open up economic conveniences, help optimize tax expenses, and make you globally mobile.
Some people opt to become citizens of another nation through investment to build communal relationships, enjoy better tolerance, experience a healthier way of living, and provide better health and education to the family.
Only a few countries globally have citizenship by investment programs, and VLinks Group will help you identify the right country that will welcome you with open arms as an investor.
St Kitts and Nevis
St Kitts and Nevis is an island nation in the West Indies and part of the Commonwealth realm. It is a sovereign and democratic country that enjoys good relationships with its neighbors. This small nation is perfect for those looking to invest in an idyllic, laid-back, and welcoming country.
Why opt for St Kitts and Nevis citizenship?
- Lifelong citizenship
St Kitts and Nevis offers lifelong citizenship to individuals and their families with complete rights to enjoy all facilities that a native Dominican gets.
- Free to hold dual citizenships
You may hold dual citizenship without any restrictions.
- Easy second passport and dependent citizenship
Once you receive St Kitts and Nevis citizenship, it makes it easy for your dependents to get a passport and citizenship rights too.
- No residency requirement
You do not have to travel to St Kitts and Nevis and go through residency periods before you get your citizenship.
- Visa-free access to all Schengen countries
You can travel to all Schengen countries without the need for a visa with a St Kitts and Nevis passport.
- Privacy
If you choose to get dual citizenship for privacy, this is the best country for you. This small and cozy country offers peace and privacy to its citizens.
Investment Options
There are four investment options to choose from.
Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF)
The investment made to this fund will be used for the sustainable growth and development of the nation, and this is the easiest way to get your citizenship status quickly.
Here is a list of minimum investment requirements for the SGF fund.
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Main applicant |
USD 150,000 |
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Spouse |
USD 25,000 |
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Additional dependents |
USD 10,000 |
Real estate
In this option, the applicant must invest in pre-approved real estate in minimum values mentioned below.
- Independent investment of USD 400,000 in a real estate project that the applicant should hold for at least 5 years.
- A joint investment of USD 200,000 by each contributor in a real estate project that the applicants should hold for at least 7 years.
Apart from the initial investment, below is a list of fees that the applicant may have to bear.
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Main applicant |
USD 35,000 |
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Spouse |
USD 20,000 |
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Siblings |
USD 40,000 |
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Additional family members |
USD 10,000 |
Alternate Investment option (AIO)
This program allows investors to propose funding an alternate project that is not on the list of approved real estate investments. There are two subcategories under which the investor can participate.
- As a Public Goods Project Developer (PGPD) where the project will be fully funded by the investor and locked up-front. The minimum investment value will be USD 1,75,000, and the government will own the asset at the end of the agreement.
- As a Private Enterprise Developer where the investor will own the asset, and the minimum investment value will be USD 2,00,000.
In both cases, additional government fees will apply.
Application process
- Start by contacting VLinks Group and explaining your interest in receiving citizenship by investment from St Kitts and Nevis.
- Our experts will check the application, recommend changes to improve the chances of it getting through, and submit it to the Citizenship by Investment board of the nation.
- After due diligence checks, the application will be approved.
- Once you get the approval, you may make the promised investment and receive the certificate of registration.
Processing time
Most of the applications get processed in about 60 days.