Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia
Investment from
USD 240,000
Timeline
3–6 months
Visa-free access
147 countries
Residency required
None
Programme Overview
Saint Lucia offers the region's only government-bond route — a partially recoverable instrument for applicants who prefer not to donate. Its National Economic Fund donation sits mid-pack at USD 240,000 covering the applicant plus up to three dependants.
Note that Saint Lucia's visa-free arrangements have shifted in recent years — verify current UK and EU entry conditions against your travel priorities before choosing it on mobility grounds.
Key Benefits
Investment Details
National Economic Fund is USD 240,000 for the applicant with up to three qualifying dependants. Additional dependants: USD 10,000 under 18, USD 20,000 aged 18+. Processing USD 2,000 / USD 1,000 and due diligence USD 8,000 / USD 5,000 (age 16+) are extra. National Action Bonds are USD 300,000 plus USD 50,000 administration. Approved real estate is listed at USD 300,000 plus administration fees — confirm current route status with CIP Saint Lucia.
Investment Options
National Economic Fund (NEF)
USD 240,000
Covers the applicant with up to three qualifying dependants. Additional dependants: USD 10,000 (under 18) or USD 20,000 (18+). Processing and due-diligence fees extra.
National Action Bonds
USD 300,000
Non-interest-bearing government bonds held for the statutory period, plus USD 50,000 administration fee — capital is returned at maturity, making the true cost lower than donation for those who can wait.
Approved Real Estate
USD 300,000
Approved-development purchase plus administration fees — confirm the route's current status with CIP Saint Lucia, as availability has varied.
Passport Mobility
Verify current UK and EU travel requirements before applying — entry conditions have changed.
Source: Henley Passport Index. Figures approximate and subject to change.
Application Process
Engage a licensed agent
Applications are submitted by authorised agents to the CIP unit.
Documents
Standard CBI documentation and source-of-funds evidence.
Due diligence & interview
Mandatory interview applies to adult applicants.
Approval & investment
Approval in principle, then fund the chosen route (donation, bonds, or real estate).
Oath & passport
Citizenship certificate issued; no visit required.
Eligibility & Disqualifiers
- Main applicant 18+, clean criminal record
- Verifiable source of funds
- Interview mandatory for adult applicants
- Restricted nationalities apply — confirm the current list
Things to Know
Mandatory interview applies to adult applicants as part of due diligence. No language or residency requirement before grant.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Saint Lucia's government bonds work?
You purchase USD 300,000 in non-interest-bearing National Action Bonds plus a USD 50,000 administration fee, hold them for the statutory period, and the principal is returned at maturity — an option if you prefer a recoverable instrument over a donation.
Is there a residency or visit requirement?
No — no physical-presence requirement before or after the grant.
Why do some pages mention UK visa changes for Saint Lucia?
Caribbean passport mobility has been under periodic review. Verify current UK and EU entry conditions with the CIP unit before deciding on mobility grounds.
Programme Facts
- Programme type
- Citizenship by Investment
- Residency requirement
- None
- Dual citizenship
- Allowed
- Family inclusion
- Spouse, dependent children, parents, siblings
- Tax benefits
- No income tax on foreign-source income
- Official source
- Government website
- Data checked
- 2026-09-29
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