A second citizenship is a lucrative investment for anyone seeking to diversify their portfolio.
Benefits of St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship
The dual island nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis is known for it's cloud-shrouded mountains and beaches.
Qualifying investors along with their family members are welcomed to make a substantial contribution to the development of the country through the government's “Citizenship-by-investment” program.
Other benefits include the following:
Visa free travel to all EU Schengen countries including Switzerland, UK and Ireland
3 months processing time
No residency or personal visit to St Kitts needed
Lifetime citizenship
Inclusion of your family members for a second passport and citizenship
Tax free – no income, inheritance or wealth tax.
WAYS TO INVEST
The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis understands the importance of flexibility and freedom of movement in a world susceptible to unpredictable economic and political changes. Their long running “Citizenship-by-investment” program provides routes for qualifying investors to make that need more attainable.
As a result, investors can choose from several options to qualify for the program.
Requires a contribution of US $250,000, inclusive of Government fees
Government Donation
A recoverable minimum investment of USD 400,000
Real Estate Investment
Requirements of St. Kitts and Nevis Investment
To qualify for citizenship, the main applicant must be over 18 years of age, meet the application requirements, and select one of the following four options available:
The purchase of real estate with a minimum value of USD 400,000 from an approved real estate project.
A contribution to the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) of a minimum non-refundable amount of USD US $250,000
A contribution to the Approved Public Benefit Project. The minimum contribution is about $250,000 per person and it is non-refundable by the Government
St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Qualifications
St. Kitts & Nevis' citizenship by investment program is one of the longest-established programs of its kind and boasts a passport with an excellent reputation.
To benefit, hopeful investors would need to meet the following:
Have no outstanding visa refusals
Evidence of a clean criminal record
Have excellent health
The government of St Kitts and Nevis remains cautious towards investors that want to invest money of unclear origin as well as those who are under international sanctions.
Have a high personal net worth