Caribbean · Citizenship by Investment
St. Kitts & Nevis 🇰🇳
The platinum standard of citizenship programs.
St. Kitts & Nevis operates the world's oldest citizenship-by-investment program, founded in 1984. A twin-island federation with British Commonwealth ties, it is widely considered the platinum standard for reputational strength and passport quality.
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Country Profile
At a Glance
- Region
- Caribbean
- Capital
- Basseterre
- Currency
- East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
- Language
- English
- Population
- ~48,000
- Tax Profile
- No personal income, wealth, capital-gains, or inheritance tax
- CRS Status
- Participating jurisdiction
- Dual Citizenship
- Permitted, no disclosure required
Why Choose St. Kitts & Nevis
Key Advantages
Oldest and most established CBI program (est. 1984)
156 visa-free destinations including UK, Schengen, Singapore
No physical presence or residency requirement
Zero personal income, wealth, capital gains, or inheritance tax
Approvals in as little as 60 days on the Accelerated Application Process
Investment Options
How To Qualify
Option 01
USD 250,000+
Sustainable Island State Contribution
Single applicant, non-refundable
Option 02
USD 400,000+
Approved Real Estate
Held for 7 years
Option 03
USD 250,000+
Public Benefit Option
Requirements
- Clean criminal record and passing due diligence
- Proof of source of funds
- Health declaration
- No visit to St. Kitts required
Family Inclusions
Spouse, children to 30, parents 55+
Residency Requirement
None
Processing Timeline
4–6 months (60 days on accelerated track)
Our Take
Oldest CBI program, strong reputation
No personal income, wealth, or inheritance tax.
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