Citizenship by Investment/St. Kitts and Nevis

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St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship

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The Caribbean's most esteemed and enduring citizenship by investment program.

Forward-thinking nations have long sought to attract talent and wealth.

In 1984, St. Kitts and Nevis introduced a groundbreaking legal program, offering citizenship to investors in exchange for a substantial contribution to the country's Sugar Diversification Fund. Since then, over 10,000 individuals have gained citizenship through this initiative.

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Dual citizenship for you and your family, with no residency requirements.

Become a St. Kitts citizen remotely, from anywhere in the world, while retaining your current passport.

You can include your family in your application or add dependents after gaining citizenship.

Enjoy the lifelong benefits of your new citizenship, which can be passed on to future generations without restrictions.

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  • 0% Worldwide income tax
  • 0% Capital gains tax
  • 0% Inheritance tax
  • 0% Net worth tax
  • No Controlled Foreign Corporation (CFC) laws

Additionally, the country’s top-tier Trust Law ensures your wealth is protected for generations. In Nevis, history and prestige come together to offer a life of unmatched freedom.

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are you eligible for
St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship?

Main applicant’s requirements

  1. You are at least 18 years old.
  2. You have a 100% clean criminal record.
  3. You were not born in Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, or Russia.

Documents required

  1. Original Professional Reference Letter
  2. Certified copy of ID Card
  3. Original Police Clearance Certificate
  4. Certified copy of passport
  5. Medical Certificate
  6. Original or Certified copy of Birth Certificate (if applicable)
  7. Original or Certified copy of Marriage Certificate
  8. Investment Confirmation / Escrow agreement
  9. Original Bank Reference Letter (Not older than 6 month)
  10. Proof of payment of nonrefundable processing

What are the procedures and timeline of the Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment program?

The Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) in St Kitts and Nevis is in charge of processing all applications and carrying out thorough due diligence checks. Upon approval of your application, you may be required to attend a mandatory interview if you are over 16 years old. This can be done virtually (the default option) or in person at a location specified by the CIU and approved by the Board of Governors.

The interviews are conducted by an independent professional firm contracted by the CIU. This firm also performs background checks on the CIU. All background checks are commissioned by the CIU and executed by independent professional firms in Europe, the UK, and the USA, following the requirements of the Board of Governors. If an applicant provides false statements or omits relevant information, the CIU will reject the application.

The government approval process takes, on average, about 120 days (or 4 months) from the time you apply until the issuance of your passport. Once your application is approved and the investment made, you will receive a Certificate of Registration. This certificate, which confirms your citizenship status, must be collected in person either in St. Kitts and Nevis or at an embassy or consulate specified by the CIU and approved by the Board of Governors. You are entitled to a passport upon receipt of the Certificate of registration

Can I become a citizen of Saint Kitts and Nevis and keep my current passport?

The short answer is yes; you can get a St Kitts passport while keeping your current citizenship. Saint Kitts and Nevis has legislation recognizing dual citizenship.

However, you should be aware that not all countries recognize dual citizenship, and the country where you're already a citizen might not allow you to become a citizen elsewhere. You can check if your country allows dual citizenship here. If it doesn't, the only option to diversify your citizenship portfolio and hold multiple passports would be to renounce your current citizenship.

Is Saint Kitts and Nevis crypto-friendly?

Saint Kitts and Nevis is not especially crypto-friendly when it comes to citizenship, despite the widespread adoption of Bitcoin Cash on the island. The government does not accept cryptocurrency for its Citizenship by Investment program. Although the possibility of accepting Bitcoin Cash was discussed in March 2023, no legislation has been passed in this regard, and cryptocurrencies are still not accepted as a financial contribution to the country's economy to acquire citizenship.

What is the official government website and legal basis for Saint Kitts citizenship by investment?

Saint Kitts and Nevis' Citizenship by Investment official website is https://www.gov.kn/. This website provides comprehensive information about the program, including eligibility criteria, investment options, application process, and other relevant details for those interested in obtaining citizenship through investment in St Kitts and Nevis.

You can find the legal basis in Part II, § 3 (5) of the Citizenship Act, 1984, and the Saint Christopher and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Regulations, 2011.

Become a citizen of St. Kitts and Nevis

The legal foundation for this program is outlined in Part II, § 3 (5) of the Citizenship Act of 1984, as well as in the Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Regulations of 2011.