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Saint Lucia provides one of the most affordable Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs in the Caribbean, offering three primary investment pathways for applicants:
National Development Fund Contribution: Applicants can make a non-refundable donation to Saint Lucia’s National Development Fund, starting at $240,000, plus applicable fees.
Real Estate Investment: This option involves investing in government-approved real estate projects with a minimum investment of $300,000.
Government Bonds: Applicants can choose to invest in Government Bonds with a commitment period of five years.
Further details on each investment route are outlined below.
The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program was introduced by the government on January 1, 2016. Applicants can obtain citizenship through one of three primary investment options: a contribution to the National Development Fund, real estate investment, or an investment in government bonds. Successful applicants are awarded Saint Lucian citizenship and a passport, granting visa-free access to over 158 countries worldwide.
Saint Lucia provides one of the most affordable Citizenship by Investment programs in the Caribbean. Applicants can choose from three main investment options: a contribution to Saint Lucia’s National Development Fund, requiring a minimum donation of $240,000 plus fees; investment in government-approved real estate projects starting at $300,000; or a five-year investment in Government Bonds.
In addition to the required investment or donation, applicants seeking Saint Lucia citizenship through Oxbridge must meet several key requirements:
Applicants can include family members in their Saint Lucia citizenship application. Eligible dependents include:
Applicants must demonstrate good character and undergo the Saint Lucia government’s due diligence process, which includes:
One of the key advantages of the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme is the absence of a minimum stay requirement. While citizens have the right to live, work, or study in Saint Lucia, residency is not mandatory to retain citizenship. Additionally, there are no interviews or language tests required.
Key Requirements Summary:
The most affordable route to Saint Lucia citizenship is a donation to the National Economic Fund. The minimum contribution is $240,000 for a family of up to four members. Additional due diligence and processing fees apply, varying by family size and age of applicants.
Applicants can invest at least $300,000 in a government-approved real estate development. The investment must be held for a minimum of five years, after which it can be sold. Additional fees apply.
An alternative is a refundable investment of $300,000 in the Government's National Action Bond. The bond must be held for five years, after which the capital is returned without interest. An additional $50,000 non-refundable administration fee and other processing fees apply.
Applicants can also invest $250,000 into a government-approved enterprise project. This amount covers families of up to four members, with additional administration and processing fees.
Applications typically take 5–6 months to process from the date of submission to Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU). Gathering the necessary documentation beforehand generally takes 2–6 weeks. Oxbridge’s experienced in-house team will guide applicants through every step of the process, which can be completed remotely without requiring travel.
For more details, consult Oxbridge’s FAQ section or contact us for tailored guidance.