Initial Contact
The team will conduct an initial due diligence check on each applicant to assess their suitability for the chosen programme.
A passport copy and utility bill will be required from each applicant.
About
Saint Lucia is a Caribbean island located north of Trinidad and Tobago.
The country has been an independent state since 1979 and is a member of the Commonwealth Realm.
This programme offers visa-free travel to 147 countries, including the Schengen area, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Established in 2015, the citizenship by investment programme allows applicants to obtain citizenship without having to reside in the country. The CIP overlooks and regulates the citizenship by investment programme in Saint Lucia. An investor may qualify for citizenship by making a donation, investing in real estate, or investing in government bonds.
Benefits of 2nd Citizenship
No Residency Requirements
No Language Requirements
Dual Citizenship is Recognised
Limited Taxation; no wealth, gift, foreign income or capital gains tax
Visa free travel to 147 countries including UK, Schengen region, Singapore and Hong Kong
No Residency Requirements
No Language Requirements
Dual Citizenship is Recognised
Visa free travel to 147 countries including UK, Schengen region, Singapore and Hong Kong
Limited Taxation; no wealth, gift, foreign income or capital gains tax
General Requirements
The main applicant must:
- Be over the age of 18
- Have no criminal record or be under investigation for a criminal offence
- Be able to make full investment amount on approval
- Not have been rejected from a visa from a country that has a visa free agreement with Saint Lucia. All visa rejections must be disclosed.
- Must not be found to be involved in any activity which may cause disrepute to Saint Lucia.
- Should be healthy and not be diagnosed with a contagious disease.
- Full disclosure must be made on the application forms.
Any incorrect information or false documentation provided will lead to a rejection.
Investment and Donation Options
Option 1: National Economic Fund
Option 1: National Economic Fund
Donation in the National Economic Fund is the most affordable route to acquire Saint Lucia citizenship. The fund is designed to finance important infrastructure projects on the island.
National Economic Fund Investment Amount
Main Applicant
US $240,000
Main Applicant & Spouse
US $240,000
Main Applicant, Spouse
& 2 Other Dependents
US $240,000
Additional Qualifying Dependent in Addition to a Family of 4
(Family includes Spouse)
US $20,000 each for dependent over 18
US$10,000 each for dependent under 18
Processing Fee
Main Applicant
US $2,000
Each Additional Dependent
US $1,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US $7,500
Each Additional Dependent
(Over 16s only)
US $5,000
Interview Fee
Main Applicant
US $500
Eligibility of Dependents:
- Children under the age of 18 of the main applicant or spouse.
- Children between the ages of 18-30 who is fully supported by the main applicant.
- A child of the main applicant or spouse who is physically or mentally challenged. The dependent should be fully supported by the main applicant.
- Parents or grandparents of the main applicant or spouse above the age of 55 living with and fully supported by the main applicant.
- A parent of any age who is physically or mentally challenged and is fully supported by the applicant.
- An unmarried sister or brother of the applicant who is below 18 years of age and has received the consent of their parent or guardian to make an application for citizenship by investment.
Option 2: National Action Bond
Option 2: National Action Bond
An applicant will qualify for St Lucia citizenship through an investment in the National Action
Government Bond. The bonds are non-interest bearing and must be held for a minimum 5-year period.
National Action Bond Investment Amount
Applicant applying with any number of Dependents
US $300,000
Processing Fee
Main Applicant
US $2,000
Each Additional Dependent
US $1,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US $7,500
Each Additional Dependent
(Over 16s only)
US $5,000
Additional Fees
Administrative Fees
US $50,000
Interview Fees
US $500
Option 3: Real Estate Project
Option 3: Real Estate Project
The Citizenship Investment Programme is an option for investors wishing to make an investment in approved real estate projects under the following categories:
- High-end branded hotels and resorts
- High-end boutique properties
The investor will own the title deed of the real estate investment.
Real Estate Project
One time minimum investment payable upon grant of the citizenship
US $300,000
Administrative Fees
Main Applicant
US $30,000
Applicant with Spouse
US $45,000
Each Qualifying Dependent (18 years of age and older)
US $10,000
Each Qualifying Dependent (under 18 years of age)
US $5,000 each
Each Additional Applicant after Main Applicant, Spouse and 4 dependents
US $10,000 each
Processing Fee
Main Applicant
US $2,000
Each Additional Dependent
US $1,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US $7,500
Each Additional Dependent
(Over 16s only)
US $5,000
Interview Fee
Main Applicant
US $500
Timeline and Process
1
Client Boarding Process
A contract between AIM Capital Partners and the client will be signed.
2
Document Checklist
Applicants will be required to provide the requested documentation and complete all application forms . A document checklist will be shared with the main applicant.
3
Application submitted to the Citizenship Unit
AIM Capital Partners will submit your application to the Citizenship Unit once all documentation is in order. The main applicant must pay the required fees at the submission stage. A fee breakdown will be provided in the contract during Stage 1. Within 1-2 weeks, AIM Capital Partners will receive a submission acknowledgement letter from the citizenship unit.
4
Due Diligence Process
The government and several due diligence agencies will conduct comprehensive due diligence on each applicant.
5
Approval or Rejection
The citizenship unit will issue an approval letter providing the applicants pass the due diligence checks.
6
Approval in Principle
The citizenship unit will issue the citizenship certificates upon receipt of the investment funds. The passport office will thereafter issue the passports of the applicants.
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Request a Callback from the Team
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