Saint Lucia

The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programs offers an extensive list of advantages tailored to global investors seeking mobility, security, and diversification.

Minimum Requirements:

• No requirement to reside in or travel to Saint Lucia
• No language test
• Dual citizenship permitted
• Fast processing time (around three months)

Financial Benefits:

• No tax on worldwide income generated outside Saint Lucia
• Stable currency pegged to the US dollar
• Secure and confidential banking system

Lifestyle and Travel Advantages:

• Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 145 countries, including the EU Schengen Area, UK, Hong Kong, and Singapore
  
• Citizenship extends to spouse, dependent children (under 25), and parents (over 65)
• Citizenship is hereditary, automatically passing to future generations
• The right to live, work, and study in Saint Lucia

Business and Economic Advantages:

• Member of CARICOM, the Commonwealth of Nations, the United Nations, OECS, ECCU, and La Francophonie
  
• Diverse economy driven by tourism, agriculture, and offshore financial services
  
• Skilled, English-speaking workforce

Stable political and economic environment

Saint Lucia offers four investment pathways to qualify for citizenship, each contributing to the nation’s economic growth while offering flexibility to investors and their families.

1. National Economic Fund (NEF)

The Saint Lucia National Economic Fund supports government-approved development projects that strengthen the country’s infrastructure and economy. Investors may contribute USD 240,000 for the main applicant and up to three dependents, with additional fees for extra dependents.

Fees:

• Processing: USD 2,000 (main applicant) and USD 1,000 per dependent
• Due Diligence: USD 8,000 (main applicant) and USD 5,000 per dependent

This pathway is ideal for investors seeking a straightforward route to Saint Lucia citizenship with minimal administrative obligations.

2. Real Estate Investment

Applicants can obtain citizenship through real estate investment in government-approved luxury developments, including resorts, hotels, and boutique properties.
The minimum required investment is USD 300,000, which must be held for five years following citizenship approval.

In addition to the investment, applicants pay administrative, due diligence, and processing fees. This option suits investors interested in tangible assets with long-term value appreciation potential in the Caribbean.

3. Enterprise Project Investment

Investors can also participate in enterprise projects that create employment and promote national development.
Eligible sectors include tourism, manufacturing, research, infrastructure, and education.

• A single investor must commit USD 3.5 million and create three permanent jobs.
• Joint ventures require a total minimum investment of USD 6 million and six new jobs.

This route is well-suited to entrepreneurial investors seeking both citizenship and business presence in Saint Lucia.

4. National Action Bond

The National Action Bond option allows applicants to invest USD 300,000 in non–interest-bearing government bonds, held in the applicant’s name for five years.
A one-time administration fee of USD 50,000 applies, along with standard due diligence and processing costs.

This low-risk, government-backed option appeals to investors prioritizing capital security and long-term stability.

To qualify for Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programs, applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old
  
• Be of outstanding character and in good health
  
• Have no criminal record
  
• Be willing and financially capable of making the required investment

Application Process

The Saint Lucia citizenship application process is efficient and transparent, typically taking around three months from submission to approval.
Applications are submitted exclusively through licensed authorized agents. After due diligence checks and approval in principle, the investment is made, and citizenship is granted.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit a comprehensive set of documents to support their application, all of which must be notarized and legalized.
The following documents are generally required:

• Proof of payment for all processing and due diligence fees
• Completed forms SL1–SL8
• Valid passports and birth certificates for all applicants
• Marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable)
• Police clearance certificates for applicants aged 16 and above
• Professional and bank reference letters (issued within six months)
• Curriculum Vitae (for each applicant aged 18 and above)
• Proof of residential address (lease, utility bill, or bank statement)
• Medical examiner’s report (SL8)
• Six recent passport-sized color photographs
• Proof of name change, if applicable
• Custody or guardianship documents (if applicable)
• Sworn affidavit of support for dependents
• Certified copies of educational and professional certificates
• Translations and legalizations for any non-English documents
  
  

Applicable Fees

In addition to the investment amount, the following fees apply depending on the selected investment route and number of applicants:

Processing Fees:

• USD 2,000 – Main applicant
• USD 1,000 – Each dependent

Due Diligence Fees:

• USD 8,000 – Main applicant
• USD 5,000 – Each dependent

Administrative Fees:

• USD 30,000 – Main applicant
• USD 45,000 – Applicant with spouse
• USD 10,000 – Each dependent aged 18 and over
• USD 5,000 – Each dependent under 18
• USD 50,000 – For National Action Bond

Saint Lucia Passport

The Saint Lucia passport is valid for five years and renewable indefinitely. Holders may renew their passports through any Saint Lucia consulate, embassy, or the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force Passport Office in Castries. Authorized agents can also facilitate renewals.

Citizenship grants the right to live, work, and invest in Saint Lucia and access the privileges of regional and international affiliations.

Saint Lucia is a breathtaking island nation located between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Once governed by both France and England, the island achieved independence in 1979 and has since grown into one of the Caribbean’s most stable democracies.

Renowned for its natural beauty, Saint Lucia is home to the world-famous Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the island’s unique drive-through volcano, and the rejuvenating Sulphur Springs. The island also features the stunning Anse Chastanet coral reefs, the tranquil Diamond Falls, and the scenic Pigeon Island National Park.

The lively Rodney Bay area serves as the country’s tourism and lifestyle hub, filled with luxury resorts, fine dining, and shopping. Combining natural splendor with modern infrastructure and an investor-friendly climate, Saint Lucia is the perfect Caribbean destination for those seeking a second home and global access.