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Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment

The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program requires applicants to make a significant economic contribution to the country.

In exchange, and subject to a stringent application process and due diligence checks, the applicants and their families are granted full citizenship. The St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program is regulated by the Citizenship-by-Investment Act No. 14 of 2015.

Advantages:

  • Fast track
  • Family reunification & Dual citizenship
  • No physical residency requirements
  • Citizenship can pass to your future generation
  • No tax on worldwide income
  • No residence or visitation requirements
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More Benefits

Fast-track Citizenship

Fast-track Citizenship

Passport granted in just 3 - 4 months

Most affordable second passport

Most affordable second passport

Your alternative citizenship from just US$ 100,000

Visa-free travel worldwide

Visa-free travel worldwide

Visa-free access to 145 countries including EU & UK, Hong Kong & Singapore

Entire family are eligible

Entire family are eligible

Including spouse, children, parents and grandparents

 
Attractive tax regime

Attractive tax regime

No tax on income, wealth or inheritance

Short investment period

Short investment period

5 years if you invest in property or government bonds

No residence requirements

No residence requirements

No physical residency required with an option to obtain a Saint lucia passport remotely

Investment required only after approval

Investment required only after approval

Complete investments after receiving citizenship application approval

Country Overview

Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia

Capital city

Capital city: Castries

Visa free countries

Visa free countries: 145

Total area

Total area: 671 km²

Nearest country

Nearest country: Martinique (81.5 km)

Languages

Languages: English & Creole French

Currency

Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar

Population

Population: 179, 232 (2017)

Time zone

Eastern Caribbean (GMT-04:00)

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Step 1
Registration

Registration

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Step 2
Consultant

Consultant

One of our experts will get back to you shortly to discuss about your needs and offer reasonable options for your budget.

Step 3
First Payment

First Payment

After you agree with our plan, you will have to make a deposit payment.

Step 4
Submit Docs

Submit Docs

We will assist you in filling out the necessary forms for the government registration process. You only need to provide the requested personal information.

Step 5
Get approval

Get approval

We will work with the government on your behalf. We guarantee you the earliest approval time.

Step 6
Government Payment and Last Payment

Government Payment & Last Payment

You will pay the prescribed government fee depending on the citizenship/ residency method you choose. You will pay the remaining service fee to us. Get your certificate and second passport.

Ways To Get Your Second Passport

Funds

Funds

A non-refundable contribution to the National Economic Fund (NEF) of US$ 100,000 (for a single applicant).

Property/ Business

Property/ Business

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT

Purchase of real estate with a minimum value of US $300,000 from an approved real estate development, which must be held for a minimum period of five years.

ENTERPRISE PROJECT INVESTMENT

Participation in an approved enterprise project (as set out in the regulations) with a minimum contribution of US $3,500,000 , plus the creation of no less than three permanent jobs.

Non-interest-bearing government bonds

Non-interest-bearing government bonds

The investment must be held for five years. The minimum investment requirement for a main applicant is US$ 500,000.

ST LUCIA COVID 19 RELIEF BOND

In May 2020 a temporary bond was launched, offering single applicants the option to deposit a minimum of $250,000 into a refundable government bond, or $300,000 for a family application. The bond has a minimum holding period of five years, after which the capital can be returned to the investor at 0% interest. This is a Limited Time Offer and is set to Expire December 2022.

That’s it. Within a few months, you will have your second passport.

*For more details on schedule of fees, when to pay, how much to pay, please download our Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program Kits.

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Requirements

General requirements towards the main applicant

  • 18+ years of age
  • No criminal record
  • Due diligence checks
  • Bank references
  • In good health

Saint Lucia passports can also be obtained by:

  • A spouse
  • Adult children under 25 years of age
  • Parents above 55 years of age
  • Children older than 18 as well as parents must be dependent on the main applicant.
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GIS Programs Comparison

Purpose
Type of investment
Minimum investment
Time to get approval
Minimum time to maintain investment
Required stay in the country
Eligible dependents (can be acccompanied the application)
Proof of the soucre of investment
Medical
Requirements to have bussiness in Viet Nam
Health
The duration of the first issued Visa
Visa extension time
Conditions for Visa renewal
Conditions for apply for Citizenship
Conditions for maintaining Citizenship
Visit during application
Visa-free countries to travel
Outstanding benefits
Labor rights
Education
Member of Organization/ Treaty
Age restrictions
Management Qualifications/Experience
Proof of property
Language
Security background
Specific investment plan
Time to apply for Citizenship (after getting the visa)
Extra benefits after getting Citizenship
Multi-nationality allowances

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1. How much time does it take for Saint Lucia Passport?

It takes from 3 to 4 months to get the citizenship certificate and passport in case your registration is approved.

2. What is the reputation of Saint Lucia Passport?

Saint Lucia passport is ranked 33st of Passport Index with visa-free travel to 145 countries in the world according to IATA in 2019. The visa-free travel access includes the United Kingdom, European Schengen states, Hong Kong, Singapore and many more such as Germany, France, Switzerland, Ireland, etc. However, Economic Citizens of Saint Lucia (passport holders) still need a visa to travel to Canada and the United States.

3. What if Citizenship is refused?

You are only required to pay the full amount, only after receiving “Letter of Approval” from Government. You will have 60 days time to commit to the investment. If you are refused, it could be of the following reasons:

  • You have not passed background and due diligence checks done by the Government.

  • You have prior criminal convictions or visa denials.

  • You have lied or provided false information in your application.

  • Have been convicted of a criminal offense except for a minor traffic offense.

  • Have been denied any category of visa to a country to which Saint Lucia has visa-free access and been unsuccessful in subsequently obtaining visa.

  • Have been declared bankrupt by a court; and

  • Have been declared, by a court or qualified health practitioner to be mentally incapacitated.

4. Can I apply directly to the Citizenship Unit of Saint Lucia without approaching authorised agents?

Every applicant MUST use a licensed Authorised Agent to submit their application to the Citizenship by Investment Unit. The Unit will not process any application which has been submitted by anyone other than a licensed Authorised Agent.

5. What if application for Citizenship by Investment is denied?

You can appeal the denial of your application if you feel that there are good grounds to do so. Your Authorised Agent can advise you on how to make an appeal.

6. Is it possible to get citizenship under fast track option under the investment program?

There is no accelerated processing of an application. The maximum time frame is 4 months.

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Insights

Freedom to travel Europe with Saint Lucia citizenship

About Us

Global Immigration Services Group (GIS) is an Immigration Services Provider focusing on Second Citizenship by investment programs & Residency Programs.

We offer a variety of Second Passport options including but not limited to; Caribbean Citizenships such as Saint Kitts & Nevis, Grenada and Dominica. European Second Citizenship by investment programs inclusive of Cyprus and Malta. As well as other Residency Programs such as Portugal and Greece...

Our selection of established and well-respected Developers, excellent Government Relations and Caribbean Contacts makes us the obvious choice for all your Citizen & Residency needs.