Saint Lucia•North America3 months
340,000 USD
Indefinite
No
Not Required
Allowed
Available
Allowed
Citizenship granted through purchase of at least USD 300,000 in a government-approved real estate development, held for 5 years.
Saint Lucia's Citizenship by Investment Programme, established by the Citizenship by Investment Act No. 14 of 2015, grants full citizenship to investors who purchase a deeded interest in a government-approved real estate development. The route channels private capital into vetted luxury hotels, resorts and boutique properties under the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Applicants invest at least US$300,000 in an approved project, hold the property for five years, and pay a US$30,000 administration fee plus US$8,000 due diligence and US$2,000 processing fees. Processing takes approximately 90 days from acceptance; applicants must be 18+, pass strict due diligence, and apply through a licensed Authorised Agent.
This visa is ideal for high-net-worth investors seeking a tangible asset and lifetime citizenship for the whole family, with no residency obligation, who can absorb the 5-year holding period and rigorous source-of-funds checks.
Real estate investment (minimum, single applicant or family) | 300,000 USD |
Non-refundable administration fee (single applicant) | 30,000 USD |
Due diligence and background check fee (main applicant) | 8,000 USD |
Non-refundable application processing fee (main applicant) | 2,000 USD |
| Status type | Permanent / indefinite |
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 a minimum of USD 300,000 in a government-approved real estate project.
Property must be held for a minimum of 5 years.
Must pay applicable non-refundable due diligence, processing, and administrative fees.
Must attend an in-person or virtual interview as part of the identity verification process.
Education
none or higher
Investment
300,000 EUR
Completed Citizenship Application forms (SL1, SL2A, SL2B, SL3, SL4, SL5).
Proof of payment for non-refundable due diligence and administrative fees.
Valid passport (all pages) and national ID.
Birth certificate.
Marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable).
Police clearance certificate from country of citizenship and countries of residence (past 10 years).
Professional CV or resume.
Proof of residential address (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement).
Medical certificate/health report (including blood/urine/HIV tests).
Professional recommendation letters (doctor, lawyer, or accountant).
Passport-sized photographs.
Affidavit of support for dependents (if applicable).
| Fee Breakdown | Real estate investment (minimum, single applicant or family): 300000 USD; Non-refundable administrat… | cipsaintlucia.com |
| Fees | From US$300,000 in approved real estate plus US$30,000 administration fee (single applicant), US$8,0… | cipsaintlucia.com |
| Official Code | CIP-RE | cipsaintlucia.com |
| Processing Estimates | {"minDays":90,"maxDays":90} | cipsaintlucia.com |
| Processing Time | Approximately 90 days from acceptance for processing | cipsaintlucia.com |
| Sources | CIP Saint Lucia — Citizenship by Investment (Real Estate option); CIP Saint Lucia — Frequently Asked… | cipsaintlucia.com |
| Spouse Can Work | yes | cipsaintlucia.com |
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