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Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia is a sovereign island country in the eastern Caribbean Sea. Part of the Lesser Antilles, it is located north/northeast of the island of Saint Vincent, northwest of Barbados and south of Martinique. It covers a land area of 617 km2 (238 square miles). The capital city Castries is located in the northern section of the island. Saint Lucia is a sovereign, democratic and politically stable state with a population of approximately 180,000. The island has a hot, tropical climate throughout the year, balanced by the northeast trade winds. The average annual temperature is estimated between 77°F (25°C) and 80°F (27°C). The island of Saint Lucia caters to every lifestyle imaginable. From the bustling entertainment capital Rodney Bay known for its internationally acclaimed restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, to the tranquil natural surroundings of Soufrierre which caters more to the spontaneous excursionist and adventure seeker, everyone can find their niche. Saint Lucia is a member of the United Nations, the British Commonwealth, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) and the Organisation of American States (OAS) among many other international organisations.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

  • Fast application processing within 3 months
  • No requirement to travel to Saint Lucia during the application process
  • Visa-free travel to some 145 countries including Schengen Area and UK
  • Entitlement to dual citizenship
  • No requirement to reside in Saint Lucia before or after citizenship is granted
  • No tax on worldwide income, wealth, gift, inheritance or capital gains
  • Citizenship is valid for life
The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme allows you and your family to obtain full legal citizenship and passports when you make a significant investment in one of the four approved areas. As an applicant for citizenship, you must be at least 18 years of age, of good character, without a criminal record, and able and willing to make the required contribution. All fees quoted are in US Dollars.

The Saint Lucia National Economic Fund is a special fund established under the Citizenship by Investment Act for the sole purpose of receiving qualifying investments of cash for funding government sponsored projects that will benefit the economy and help its diversification.

Contribution AmountUSD 100,000 for the main applicant;
USD 165,000 for the main applicant and the spouse;
USD 190,000 for the main applicant, spouse and 2 dependants;
USD 25,000 for each additional dependant
Due Diligence FeesUSD 7500 for the main applicant;
USD 5000 for the spouse;
USD 5000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older
Processing FeesUSD 2000 for the main applicant;
USD 1000 for the spouse;
USD 1000 for each dependant under 16 years;
USD 1000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older

The Cabinet of Ministers of Saint Lucia will consider real estate projects to be included on the approved list for the Citizenship by Investment Programme. Approved real estate projects fall into two broad categories:

  • high-end branded hotels and resorts;
  • high-end boutique properties.

Once approved, the real estate project becomes available for qualifying investments from applicants for citizenship by investment.

Contribution AmountUSD 300,000 for the main applicant
Due Diligence FeesUSD 7500 for the main applicant;
USD 5000 for the spouse;
USD 5000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older
Processing FeesUSD 2000 for the main applicant;
USD 1000 for the spouse;
USD 1000 for each dependant under 16 years;
USD 1000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older

The applicant is required to execute a binding purchase and sales agreement for an investment in an approved real estate project. Investments, equalling the agreed purchase price are deposited in an approved irrevocable escrow account managed jointly by the developer and the Citizenship by Investment Unit in Saint Lucia.

Property registration, processing fees and taxes must be paid in addition to the property purchase.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Saint Lucia will consider enterprise projects to be included on the approved list for the Citizenship by Investment Programme. Approved enterprise projects fall into 7 broad categories:

  • specialty restaurants
  • cruise ports and marinas
  • agricultural processing plants
  • pharmaceutical products
  • ports, bridges, roads and highways
  • research institutions and facilities
  • offshore universities

Once approved the enterprise project becomes available for qualifying investments from applicants for citizenship by investment.

Contribution AmountUSD 3,500,000 minimum investment for a sole applicant; or
USD 6,000,000 minimum investment for more than 1 applicant (joint venture) with each applicant contributing no less than USD 1,000,000
Due Diligence FeesUSD 7500 for the main applicant;
USD 5000 for the spouse;
USD 5000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older
Processing FeesUSD 2000 for the main applicant;
USD 1000 for the spouse;
USD 1000 for each dependant under 16 years;
USD 1000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older

Citizenship by investment may be made through the purchase of non-interest-bearing government bonds. These bonds must be registered and remain in the name of the applicant for 5 years from the date of first issue and not attract a rate of interest.

Contribution AmountUSD 500,000 for the main applicant;
USD 535,000 for the main applicant and the spouse;
USD 550,000 for the main applicant, spouse and 2 dependants;
USD 25,000 for each additional dependant
Due Diligence FeesUSD 7500 for the main applicant;
USD 5000 for the spouse;
USD 5000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older
Processing FeesUSD 2000 for the main applicant;
USD 1000 for the spouse;
USD 1000 for each dependant under 16 years;
USD 1000 for each dependant aged 16 years or older