St. Lucia
Investment Programmes in Caribbean & EU Countries Second Citizenship
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Requirements
Requirements:
- Eligibility:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- No criminal record.
- Pass a due diligence check.
- Good health condition.
- Investment Options:
- Saint Lucia National Economic Fund (NEF): Contribution:
- Single Applicant: Minimum contribution of $100,000 USD.
- Family of up to four members: Minimum contribution of $140,000 USD.
- Additional fees for each extra dependent.
- Real Estate Investment:
- Minimum Investment: $300,000 USD in a government-approved real estate project, held for at least 5 years.
- Additional due diligence and government processing fees apply.
- Government Bonds:
- Minimum Investment: $500,000 USD in government bonds, held for 5 years.
- Additional fees for due diligence and processing.
- Business Investment:
- Minimum Investment: $3,000,000 USD in an approved business project.
- Additional fees for due diligence and processing.
- Saint Lucia National Economic Fund (NEF): Contribution:
- Dependents:
- Spouse, children under 30, and parents or grandparents over 55 can be included in the application.
- Eligibility:
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Benefits
Citizenship:
- Full citizenship for life, including for family members.
- Dual citizenship is allowed.
Visa-Free Travel:
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries, including the UK, Schengen Area, and several other countries.
Tax Benefits:
- No personal income tax, wealth tax, or inheritance tax.
Lifestyle:
- Right to live, work, and study in Saint Lucia.
- Enjoy a high quality of life in a picturesque Caribbean setting.
Business Opportunities:
- Access to business opportunities within the CARICOM (Caribbean Community) region.
Economic Stability:
- Benefit from a stable economy and attractive investment climate.
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Fees:
Application Fee:
- National Economic Fund (NEF):
- Single applicant: $1,000 USD.
- Family of up to four members: $1,500 USD.
- Real Estate Investment:
- Varies based on the real estate project and legal representation.
- Government Bonds:
- Additional fees for purchasing and holding bonds.
Due Diligence Fee
- $7,500 USD for the main applicant.
- $4,000 USD for each dependent aged 16 or over.
Government Processing Fees:
- Additional processing fees depending on the chosen investment option.
Legal and Other Fees
Costs for legal services, document processing, and administrative fees.
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Processing Time
The process typically takes about 3-6 months from the submission of a complete application to the granting of citizenship.
