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CBI-EP — Citizenship by Investment - Enterprise Project
VisasSaint LuciaCBI-EP — Citizenship by Investment - Enterprise Project
Saint LuciaSaint Lucia•North America
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CBI-EP — Citizenship by Investment - Enterprise Project

Investment PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

2–3 months

Estimated Cost

$3,560,000 USD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

Official Information

Overview

Saint Lucian citizenship via a USD 3.5M+ investment in a government-approved enterprise project that creates 3 or more permanent jobs.

Saint Lucia's Enterprise Project route grants citizenship for direct capital deployment into government-approved ventures, established under the Citizenship by Investment Act No. 14 of 2015. Sole investors commit at least USD 3,500,000 and create 3 permanent jobs; joint-venture applicants pool USD 6,000,000 (each contributing USD 1,000,000) and create 6 permanent jobs.

Approved sectors span specialty restaurants, cruise ports, agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, infrastructure, research facilities, and housing projects. Beyond the investment, applicants pay a non-refundable USD 50,000 administration fee plus USD 2,000 processing and USD 8,000 due-diligence fees per main applicant.

This visa is ideal for high-net-worth entrepreneurs ready to actively build a Saint Lucian enterprise, not passive investors. The ~90-day processing target rewards those with documented funds and a credible, vetted project plan.

Cost Breakdown

Minimum investment (Option 1 - sole)$3,500,000 USD
Administration fee (non-refundable)$50,000 USD
Due diligence fee - main applicant$8,000 USD
Application processing fee - main applicant$2,000 USD
Total$3,560,000 USD

Stay & Extensions

Status typePermanent / indefinite

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must have a clean criminal record.

Must provide proof of lawful source of funds.

Must undergo a comprehensive due diligence background check.

Must invest in a government-approved enterprise project (e.g., specialty restaurants, cruise ports, agro-processing, research facilities).

Individual investment: Minimum USD 3,500,000 and creation of at least 3 permanent jobs.

Joint venture investment: Minimum USD 6,000,000 total, with each investor contributing at least USD 1,000,000 and creating at least 6 permanent jobs.

Specific housing/social development projects may qualify with a minimum investment of USD 250,000.

Must attend an in-person or virtual interview as part of the identity verification process.

KEY CRITERIA

Investment

3,500,000 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed Citizenship Application forms.

Detailed project proposal and feasibility study.

Proof of payment for non-refundable due diligence and administrative fees.

Director and/or shareholder profiles.

Signed Statutory Declaration from each director.

Valid passport (all pages) and national ID.

Birth certificate.

Police clearance certificate.

Professional CV or resume.

Medical certificate/health report.

Passport-sized photographs.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Full Saint Lucia citizenship and passport, granted in roughly 90 days
  • Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 140+ countries including the EU Schengen area
  • No residence, language test, or interview travel requirement
  • Dependents (spouse, children up to 30, parents over 55) can be included
  • Citizenship passes to future generations by descent
  • No tax on worldwide income, wealth, inheritance, or capital gains
  • Investor retains ownership stake in a productive Saint Lucian enterprise

Worth Knowing

  • Minimum USD 3.5M sole or USD 6M joint commitment is among the highest CBI thresholds globally
  • Project must be approved by Cabinet on recommendation of the CIP Unit
  • Mandatory creation of 3 (sole) or 6 (joint) permanent jobs throughout investment
  • Non-refundable USD 50,000 administration fee plus USD 8,000 due-diligence fee per main applicant
  • Rigorous multi-layer due diligence on all applicants 16 and older
  • Any prior criminal conviction or failed due diligence ends the application
  • Inability to document a lawful source of the full investment amount
  • Applicants under 18 cannot apply as principal

Application Process

1

Submit project proposal for approval

2

Submit citizenship application

3

Due diligence

4

Investment

5

Citizenship

Application Forms

Document Checklist (SL1)Fill online
Principal Applicant Form (SL2A)Fill online
Dependent Applicant Form (SL2B)OptionalFill online
Photograph and Signature Certificate (SL3)Fill online
Investment Confirmation Form (SL4)Fill online

Verified Claims (7)

Last verified Jun 20, 2026
Fee Breakdown
Minimum investment (Option 1 - sole): 3500000 USD; Administration fee (non-refundable): 50000 USD; D…
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Fees
USD 3,500,000 minimum sole investment (or USD 6,000,000 joint), plus USD 50,000 administration fee, …
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Forms
Document Checklist (SL1); Principal Applicant Form (SL2A); Dependent Applicant Form (SL2B); Photogra…
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Legal Reference
Citizenship by Investment Act No. 14 of 2015 (and amendments); Regulations S.I. 89 of 2015 (and amen…
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Official Info
https://www.cipsaintlucia.com/citizenship-by-investment
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Processing Estimates
{"minDays":60,"maxDays":90}
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Processing Time
Approximately 90 days
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Official Information

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