St Lucia

To be successful in your St Lucia citizenship application, you are required to contribute to the country’s economy in one of a variety of ways: • Donation: You will make a non-refundable donation to the National Economic Fund. This starts at US $100,000 for a single applicant and increases with additional dependents/spouses you include in your application. • Government Bond Investment: Depending on the size of the family applying for a St Lucia passport, you can invest in non-interest-bearing Government Bonds, which must be held for five years. The minimum investment required is US $250,000 and increases according to the number of dependents. • Real Estate Investment: A minimum investment of US $300,000 in a government-approved real estate development. The property must be held for a minimum period of five years. • Enterprise Project Investment: The applicant also can invest in an approved Enterprise Project with a minimum investment of US $3.5 million, or a joint investment of US $6 million. It is also essential that you create no less than three permanent jobs or six in relation to a joint investment. An example of approved enterprise projects includes cruise ports and marinas, roads and highways, research facilities, and offshore universities.

You will have visa-free access to 146 countries, including the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, and Africa. It typically provides access to countries such as the United Kingdom, Schengen Area countries, Hong Kong, Singapore, and several South American nations. However, it's important to note that visa requirements can change, and it's always recommended to check the specific visa requirements of your intended destination before traveling. It's also worth considering that visa-free access may come with limitations such as restricted duration of stay or specific purposes of travel.

No, you are not required to reside in St. Lucia to be approved for citizenship through the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program. St. Lucia does not impose any mandatory residency requirements for individuals seeking citizenship through this program. One of the key benefits of the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program is that it provides flexibility to applicants. You have the option to maintain your existing residence or live in any other country of your choice. There is no obligation to establish residency in St. Lucia after obtaining citizenship. Ultimately, the decision to reside in St. Lucia or elsewhere is entirely up to you, based on your personal preferences and circumstances. You can enjoy the benefits of St. Lucian citizenship without having to relocate to the country.

· The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program allows for the inclusion of several family members in your citizenship application. The eligible family members who can be included are as follows: · Spouse: Your legal spouse can be included in your St. Lucia citizenship application. A valid marriage certificate must be provided as proof of the marital relationship. · Dependent Children: Your dependent children, who are under 30 years of age and financially dependent on you, can be included in the application. This includes biological children, adopted children, and stepchildren. · Dependent Parents and Grandparents: Your parents and grandparents, who are at least 55 years old and financially dependent on you, can also be included in the application.

Once your citizenship is granted, it is for life. However, your St Lucia passport is valid for five years, so you will need to renew it when it expires.