St Lucia Citizenship by Investment

St Lucia's CBI program provides a route to citizenship and a passport through several investment options, including real estate and government bonds.

Program Golden Keys Global Offers Access To: Citizenship by Investment Program

Minimum Investment

  • $100,000 (National Economic Fund - NEF), $300,000 (Approved Real Estate), $300,000 (Government Bonds), or $250,000+ (Business).

Eligible Investment

  • Non-refundable contribution to the NEF, investment in government-approved real estate development properties (must be held for a specified period, typically 5 years), purchase of government bonds (must be held for 5 years), or investment in an approved enterprise project.

Program Highlights

  • Direct citizenship and passport, visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 140 countries (including Schengen Area and UK), no residency requirement.

Family Inclusion

  • Spouse, dependent children (with age limits), dependent parents (with age limits).

Residency/Presence Requirement

  • No residency requirement before or after obtaining citizenship.

Path to Citizenship

  • Direct citizenship upon successful application and investment.

Estimated Additional Costs

  • Due Diligence fees ($7,500+ for main applicant), administrative fees, processing fees, and an interview fee.

2025 Market Snapshot

  • Established CBI program with multiple investment options, including real estate in approved developments.

Recent Changes

  • Adjustments to investment options and fees, introduction of new options like the National Action Bond, mandatory interview.