Citizenship Programs

OPTION 1: NON-REFUNDABLE CONTRIBUTION TO NATIONAL ECONOMIC FUND (NEF)

Main applicant — US$ 100,000

Main applicant and spouse — US$ 140,000

Main applicant, spouse, and up to two other qualifying dependents — US$ 150,000

Each additional qualifying dependent applying with the main applicant, spouse, and two other qualifying dependents — US$ 15,000

Each additional qualifying dependent — US$ 25,000

OPTION 2: REAL ESTATE

An amount of USD 300,000 has to be invested in a government-approved real estate development and be held for 5 years.

In addition to the purchase of real estate there are government fees to be paid 

Main applicant — US$ 30,000

Main applicant with spouse — US$ 45,000

Each dependent aged 18 and over — US$ 10,000

Each dependent 17 and older — USD 5,000

Each subsequent family member after sixth — USD 10,000

OPTION 3: NON-INTEREST BEARING GOVERNMENT BONDS

St Lucia is the only Caribbean country that permits you to obtain a second passport by purchasing government bonds. The investor will not receive any interest against the bond, and he/she must hold the bond for a minimum of five years. The minimum investment required through this route is US$ 500,000.

DUE DILIGENCE

Compulsory background checks are payable to the Government who appoints a third-party due diligence agency. These agencies use various international and local law enforcement sources such as Interpol, World-Check and other Government agencies. These fees are payable upon the submission of the application.

Main applicant – US$ 7,500

Spouse – US$ 7,500

Dependents over 18 years – US$ 5,000

OTHER FEES

Professional fees, official application forms, certificates of citizenship and passports and other disbursements fees are the other costs associated. A detailed quotation with no hidden costs is provided for the specific case.