Foreign investors explore the idea of obtaining citizenship for a second time for a wide variety of reasons. Some foreign investors residing in countries with autocratic governments want the second passport as a plan-B option. For some, taageare key. Some other High Net Worth individuals may want to combine tax advantages with greater global mobility.
Some wealthy individuals may look for visa-free access options for family members or to contribute to the national development agenda through low-risk options like government fund or government bonds as the qualifying investment.
Some others may just want to purchase a vacation home or a second home in the Caribbean for family members plus visa free travel privileges. Whatever the reason, the citizenship by investment St. Lucia program is quite popular among investors.
Living in St. Lucia: What's It Like?
St. Lucia's Citizenship Investment Act does not have any minimum physical presence requirements, which means those making the minimum investment can acquire and retain citizenship without ever living in the country.However, the sheer breathtaking beauty of the country makes it a popular destination for tourist and long-term residents alike.
The island is well known for its lush tropical rainforest, stunning beaches, spectacular views and abundance of fascinating wildlife. Its warm tropical climate means temperatures range from low 70s in winter to high 80s in summer.
The island is home to the famous Pitons, two towering volcanic peaks that provide stunning views of the island.
St. Lucia offers an excellent quality of life with a multiple housing options ranging from luxurious villas and condominiums for the ultra rich to to more affordable options for those looking to rough it out.
Entertainment options include a great selection of restaurants and shops as well as outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, snorkeling and more. St. Lucia is a wonderful place to live with plenty of opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and cultural exploration.
St Lucia Citizenship By Investment in 2025
In 2025, St. Lucia is one of 5 Caribbean nations with a formal economic citizenship program.Like it's Caribbean counterparts St. Kitts & Nevis, Antigua & Barbuda, Grenada and Dominica the St Lucia Citizenship By Investment can be acquired after making either a donation to the government or a real estate investment.
However, St Lucia is the only Caribbean country to offer economic citizenship in exchange for an investment into government bonds. Additionally, ultra high net worth business persons willing to invest in excess of $1,000,00 into a local enterprise can also apply for Saint Lucia Citizenship.
Saint Lucia Citizenship By Investment Benefits
Despite the five Caribbean citizenship by investment countries agreeing to hike minimum investment requirements to $200,000 Saint Lucia's CIP continues to remain an attractive value proposition for investors. The primary benefits and advantages of the program include:Visa free travel to 146 countries
With your St Lucian passport, you get access to 150 visa-free countries including the UK (180 days), Schengen Area (90 days) and Singapore and Hong Kong making travelling a hassle-free experience. St Lucia citizenship will allow you to explore dozens of different countries and cultures with ease.
Access to long stay visas
Thanks to St Lucia's excellent visa reciprocity, citizens of Saint Lucia can additionally enjoy long stays in many other countries including Canada and Europe. St. Lucian citizens interested in visiting the US can apply for a 10-year multiple entry access B1 Tourist Visa or B2 business visa at any US consulate.
Full residence status in St. Lucia and CARICOM
Obtain the rights to live, work and invest in St. Lucia. As a member of CARICOM, citizens of St. Lucia can also reside in any other member nation.
No physical residency requirements
One of the most defining benefits of obtaining a Saint Lucia passport is that you don't need to reside in Saint Lucia in order to acquire nor maintain citizenship. This means that if you’re a businessperson who is looking for international opportunities, you can enjoy the benefits of your second passport without taking up residence or engaging in specific activities.
Tax benefits
Those that decide to relocate to St. Lucia and make it their tax residence, can enjoy generous tax benefits that come with a Saint Lucia citizenship. Residents in the country are only liable for income tax when their salary is generated in the state or on foreign income remitted to Saint Lucia. Alongside this, Saint Lucia has no capital gains, inheritance, gift or wealth taxes and is making steady progress towards becoming an international financial centre.
Fast application process that can be done entirely remotely
St. Lucia’s Citizenship By Investment Unit is known for its efficiency. It is possible to acquire a Saint Lucian passport in just 90 days.
The entire family including siblings can be included in your application
The Saint Lucia Citizenship by investment program allows the main applicant to include his/her spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings on their applications.
Secure payment methods
Due diligence and application fees charged by the government can be paid directly to the St Lucia Citizenship By Investment unit using a secure link. Upon approval investors can make their full investment directly to the government.
Commonwealth country and legal system
St. Lucia is a Commonwealth country that gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1979 and became a full member of the Commonwealth of Nations in 1979. As a member of the Commonwealth, St. Lucia is part of an intergovernmental organisation of 52 member countries that are mostly former territories of the British Empire. St. Lucia therefore has a strong relationship with the United Kingdom and citizens can enjoy preferential benefits as commonwealth citizens.
A safe haven in the Caribbean
St. Lucia can be described as a safe country and enjoys very low levels of crime. The country has a strong security presence and a good track record in terms of crime prevention. The travel advice issued by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office states that St. Lucia is generally safe and visitors to the island should take normal precautions.
Affordable price tag
The most affordable Caribbean CBI program for single applicants! The price tag of Saint Lucia’s citizenship program can be considered very affordable in comparison to other countries. For single applicants, the government donation option starts at only USD $100,000 plus government fees. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain dual citizenship.
Diversify your investment portfolio and earn income
Diversifying your investments and earning interest in a country that is both a safe place to live and a safe place to invest. Investors can sell after five years and secondary purchasers of real estate can qualify for CBI.
Saint Lucia: Citizenship by Investment 2024 Changes
From July 1st, 2024 the Caribbean Islands of St. Lucia, Dominica, Grenada, Antigua & Barbuda and St. Kitts & Nevis have officially increased their minimum CBI program’s qualifying threshold. The changes followed a MoU signed by the nations agreeing in setting a minimum investment of USD 200,000 for investments and donations.All the prices in this guide are up to date with the 2024 changes.Last Updated: March 2025
Saint Lucia: Citizenship Investment Options
The Saint Lucia CBI program offers a choice of these three options to qualify for the passport:St Lucia Citizenship Program by Donation
The most popular pathway to St. Lucia citizenship is the donation route. Foreign nationals can qualify for the second passport by making an economic contribution to the National Economic Fund These are the minimum contribution requirements.
Single applicant and up to three dependents: $240,000 USD
Each additional qualifying dependent under 18 years of age: US$ 10,000
Each additional qualifying dependent aged 18 years or older: US $20,000
Newborn child of a citizen who is 12 months of age or below: U$ 5,000
Qualifying dependents of a citizen other than the spouse: U$ 25,000
St Lucia Citizenship— Real Estate
Those who prefer an investment over a one-time donation or contribution to the government can choose the real estate investment route to acquire Saint Lucia citizenship.
As provided by the Citizenship Investment Act, the minimum investment in real estate to qualify for dual citizenship is is US $300,000 plus an administrative fee that depends on the number of dependents.
There are currently two government approved Saint Lucia citizenship by investment real estate options open to investors. The Alpina Hotel and The St. Canelles Resort. Contact our team for updated availability.
St Lucia CBI Government Bonds
St Lucia is the only Caribbean country to offer the government bonds option to investment immigrants. Investing in ‘National Action Bonds issued by the St. Lucian government is one way to qualify for citizenship.
One has to make a risk-free investment of $300,000 for a period of five years. These funds will be refunded by the government at the end of tenure of the bonds.
There is a flat administrative fee of $50,000 that applies to any application, regardless of the number of family members.
‘The best choice for those seeking a safe and guaranteed return on their investment is to become a citizen of Saint Lucia through their government bond program. This is a secure and cost-effective option for those interested in investing in the Caribbean.
St. Lucia Second Passport: Enterprise Project Investment
Investors also have the option of choosing an approved Enterprise Project to become St. Lucia citizens. This can be a smart choice for entrepreneurs seeking enterprise investment route to qualify for the passport, earn revenue, and contribute to the country’s economic growth.
At the present time, the Citizenship program has no open enterprise projects available for investment. However, the program is open to receiving proposals to invest in projects such as specialty restaurants, cruise ports and marinas, agro-processing plants, pharmaceutical products, ports, bridges, roads, highways, research institutions and facilities, and offshore universities.
If you have a project that falls into one of the qualifying categories listed above, you can request an evaluation for inclusion in the ‘Approved Projects’ list. To meet the criteria and qualify for the St. Lucia passport, the project must comply with government policies, standards and regulations and adhere to certain monitoring and reporting requirements.
To qualify, an individual investor must invest at least US $250,000 and create at least three permanent jobs in the country.
Irrespective of whether you choose the national economic fund donation or prefer purchasing government bonds or make significant economic contribution through a project, diligence checks and vetting will be a standard part of the entire process.
Simply making the qualifying investment is not enough if you are unlikely to clear the diligence checks.
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St Lucia CBI Cost
Below are the additional fees covering processing charges, administrative costs, and due diligence fees that one must pay during the citizenship by investment application process:Due Diligence Fees
- Main applicant: $8,000 USD
- Dependents above 16 years of age: $5,000 USD
- Dependents under 16 years of age: not applicable
Please note that the Applicant Interview and Identity Verification Process will commence on all applications received for processing from September 4th, 2023.
Application Processing Fees
- Primary applicant: US $2,000
- Each qualifying dependent: US $1,000
Administration Fees
National Economic Fund Contribution:
- Not applicable
National Action Government Bonds Investment:
- $50,000 USD per applicant
Real Estate Investment Option:
- Single applicant $30,000 USD
- Main applicant with spouse: $45,000 USD
- Dependents 18+: $10,000 USD per dependent
- Dependents under 18: $5,000 USD per dependent for the first 4 children, $10,000 thereafter
Enterprise Project
- Application Alone: An additional, administration fee of US$15,000 will apply.
- Applicant & Spouse – US$ 20,000
- Applicant applying with two dependents – US$ 25,000
- Applicant with three qualifying dependents – US$ 30,000
- Additional Dependents (+3) – US$ 10,000 Each
Fees To Add Future Dependents
St. Lucia government understands that circumstances can change and families grow. It is therefore possible to add dependents later down the line as a St. Lucian citizen.
Adding newborn children
A newborn child of a citizen (under 12 months of age) may qualify for the addition of a dependent to a citizenship grant by investing US$ 5,000 into the National Economic Fund.
Adding a future spouse
Furthermore, the spouse of a citizen may become a qualifying dependent for US$ 25,000, and other qualifying dependents (aside from a spouse) may also be added for US$ 25,000.
Total All-inclusive St Lucia Citizenship Cost
The cost of St. Lucia Citizenship depends not only on the type of investment but also on the number of dependents (if any) you choose to include in your application.
The total St Lucia citizenship by investment costs for the most common family structures (excluding service fees and passport fees) are as follows:
National Economic Fund Contribution: Total cost of St. Lucia Citizenship
- Single applicant: $109,500
- Main applicant + spouse: $155,500
- Main applicant + spouse + 1 child under 16: $166,500
- Family of 4 with 2 children under 16: $167,500
- Family of 5: with 2 children under 16: $188,500
Real Estate Investment Option: Total cost of St. Lucia Citizenship*
- Single applicant: $239,500
- Main applicant + spouse: $260,500
- Main applicant + spouse + 1 child under 16: $266,500
- Family of 4 with 2 children under 16: $271,500
- Family of 5: with 2 children under 16: $281,500
*This estimate is based on an investment of $200,000 USD. Actual costs will be dependent on variable factors such as the cost of the unit and the associated taxes.
National Action Bond/ GOVERNMENT BONDS: Total cost of St. Lucia Citizenship*
N.B. Main applicant + ANY number of applicants: $300,000
- Single applicant: $309,500
- Main applicant + spouse: $315,500
- Main applicant + spouse + 1 child under 16: $316,500
- Family of 4 with 2 children under 16: $317,500
- Family of 5: with 2 children under 16: $323,500
The bond is fully refundable after 5 year holding period.
For a full quotation, please share details of your preferred investment option and the number and ages of all the dependents at peter@lincolnglobalpartners.com
St Lucia Citizenship By Investment Requirements
Key Requirements to Get the St. Lucia Passport
Besides meeting investment criteria there are a number of other requirements the main applicant must fulfill to be eligible for St. Lucia Citizenship By Investment.Key Requirements for the Principal Applicant
- The main applicant must be at least 18 years of age
- No criminal record and cannot be under current criminal investigation
- Prove legal source of income and net worth
- Must be in good health
- No restrictions or bans on entering the European Union, USA, the UK, and Canada
Who can apply as a dependent?
- Children, including dependent children up to the age of 30
- Applicant’s spouse
- Dependent parents of both the investor and their spouse, over the age of 55
- Siblings of the investor, if unmarried and under 18 years old
St Lucia CIP— Required Documents for the Citizenship Process
To apply for the St Lucia Citizenship By Investment Program, the following documents are required.General Documentation
As part of your Saint Lucia Economic Citizenship application process, you will need to provide the following documents:
- Birth Certificate, certified copy or original.
- Certified, colored copy of current passport with name, photo, citizenship/nationality, date and place of issue, expiry date, passport number and issuing country.
- Photograph and signature certificate, N/A for children below 18 or dependents
- 6 original passport-sized photos taken within the last 6 months, with a neutral expression
- 1 photo needs to be affixed to the Medical Examiner Declaration
- Proof of residential address, valid within the last 3 months, such as a certified copy of a recent utility bill or bank statement with full name and address.
- Proof of name change, if applicable
- Permanent residence card, if applicable
- National identity card, if applicable
- Marriage or divorce certificate, if applicable
- Copy of military service card, if applicable
- Affidavit from spouse or ex-spouse regarding children
- Affidavit of support for dependents
- Education certificates and transcripts
- Professional and academic certificates of all applicants over 18
- Professional reference letter, valid within the last 6 months, from an attorney, chartered accountant, or other similar professional.
Supporting Documentation:
To have your application for citizenship by investment considered, you must also provide supporting documents that include:
- A certified copy of your current and expired visas
- A police certificate from your country of birth and any other countries in which you’ve resided for at least a year (no more than 6 months old) proving a clean criminal record.
- Custody or legal guardianship records
- A statutory declaration of a non-accompanying parent of a qualifying dependent under 18 indicating that they have no objection for their child acquiring the citizenship, and a certified copy of a photo ID of the non-accompanying parent bearing their signature.
Certification
Additionally, any documents not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation into English. Finally, all documents must be certified and authenticated according to the law of the jurisdiction from which they originate.
Request A Callback7-Step St. Lucia Citizenship Application Process
The steps for how to get citizenship in St Lucia are as follows.How to get a Saint Lucia passport in 7 steps
1. Book a free consultation with Lincoln Global Partners
Our team of citizenship by investment specialists are dedicated to helping you find the right investment options that meet the requirements to guarantee a successful application. They will assess your circumstances and present the best investment options for you based on your criteria.
2. Gather your documentation
A comprehensive checklist will be supplied to you and an experienced citizenship specialist will accompany you through the documentation retrieval process. They will carefully inspect each document to confirm that all requirements have been satisfied.
3. Submit your application
Once you have provided us with all the required documents, our team will analyze your file and prepare it ready for submission. The authorized local agent will then submit your application to the Saint Lucia government, by law. Prior to submission of your application the Due Diligence and application fees must be paid to the St Lucia Citizenship By Investment Unit.
4. Processing of application
Once your application has been submitted The St Lucia Citizenship By Investment Unit will screen your application rigorously by performing an in-depth background check to verify the information that is provided. As of August 2023 a mandatory interview is now necessary.
5. Receive your pre-approval
Once the Government has reviewed the application and made a decision, you will receive an accompanying letter detailing the outcome.
6. Complete your investment
Upon receiving pre-approval for citizenship by investment in St. Lucia, it is time to proceed with the minimum investment required—non-refundable contribution, purchase of government approved real estate or the required investment in government bonds, government fund, or investment funds.
Further, you must pay the government administrative fee, costs for due diligence checks and other charges to complete the citizenship process.
7. Saint Lucia passport delivery
After making the qualifying investment, your citizenship certificate will be issued as proof that you have been granted citizenship and all tax advantages and global mobility benefits can be utilized as per norms.
Additionally, the passport application will be submitted on your behalf and the Saint Lucia passport will be courier-delivered to your chosen location..
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The St. Lucia Citizenship By Investment program is a great opportunity for individuals to gain citizenship in this beautiful Caribbean nation. The Saint Lucian program offers many benefits such as economic and investment opportunities, full immigration benefits, a second passport, and the ability to live, work and study in Saint Lucia and the Caribbean.Lincoln Global Partners is a specialist international investment migration firm with offices in the UK, UAE and Brazil. Our professionals are experts in the field of citizenship by investment and we are ready to assist you every step of the way with all Caribbean CBI programs including your St Lucia Citizenship By Investment application.
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FAQ's St Lucia Citizenship Frequently Asked Questions
Does St Lucia allow Dual Citizenship?Yes, St. Lucia investment program does allow dual citizenship. According to the Citizenship by Investment Program of St. Lucia, applicants are allowed to maintain their original citizenship when applying for St. Lucian citizenship.
Are any nationalities restricted from applying for Citizenship By Investment in St Lucia?Yes, The St Lucia Citizenship By Investment Unit is currently prohibiting Russian and Belarusian nationals from applying for citizenship in St. Lucia under the St Lucia CBI Program.
How long does the Saint Lucia CBI process take?The St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program official website states that the process can take less than 90 days. However, the reality is that it takes an estimated 6-9 months for the entire process of obtaining a St Lucia passport.
Can I add-on future dependents after receiving my economic citizenship in St. Lucia?Yes, the benefit can be extended to future generations as well. Please see our ‘adding on future dependents’ section above’ for more details.
When can I sell my investment?Investors must maintain their investment for 5 years. Investors who purchase real estate through the Saint Lucia citizenship program sell their investment after 5 years of citizenship. Investors who choose the government bond option can redeem their bonds after 5 years.
Is there a minimum stay requirement to maintain citizenship?No, citizenship is for life. Investors and their family members can come and go as they please after obtaining citizenship.
There is no minimum stay requirement for the investor or family members to maintain citizenship in the country. This is a key global mobility advantage along with the visa free travel privilege.
What to do if my birth certificate or other required documents are not in English?You will be required to submit translated and certified copies of all document that are not in English.
Will the investment requirements for up to three dependents apply even if I am single?Yes. The St. Lucia investment program offers same requirements to be up to three dependents . This is the option applicable to single investors as well.
