Caribbean
Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment
Saint Lucia’s programme offers approved routes through the National Economic Fund, real estate and non-interest-bearing government bonds for eligible applicants and family members.
Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment at a Glance
Saint Lucia is a Commonwealth and CARICOM member. Its programme, launched in 2015, offers a National Economic Fund contribution from USD 240,000, approved real estate from USD 300,000 or non-interest-bearing government bonds from USD 300,000.
The real-estate and bond routes carry a referenced five-year holding period. The reference page also highlights no residence requirement, family inclusion, dual citizenship and Commonwealth education planning.
Three Approved Investment Routes
National Economic Fund
From USD 240,000- A one-time, non-refundable contribution with no asset holding period.
- The final contribution and government fees depend on the number of included family members.
Approved real estate
From USD 300,000- Purchase an interest in a government-approved real-estate project.
- The reference holding period is five years before the investment may be considered for resale.
Non-interest government bonds
From USD 300,000- Subscribe for qualifying government bonds that do not pay interest.
- The principal is subject to a referenced five-year holding period.
Eligibility Requirements and Programme Features
Eligibility Requirements
- The main applicant must be at least 18 years old.
- Provide evidence that the investment funds come from lawful, verifiable sources.
- The applicant and included family members must pass due diligence, character and security checks.
- Complete one government-approved investment option and maintain it for the required period.
Programme Features
- An eligible spouse, children, siblings and parents may apply with the main applicant.
- The programme has no minimum physical-residence requirement.
- Saint Lucia accepts dual citizenship.
- Reference passport access covers 148 destinations.
- Commonwealth citizenship may support education and long-term family planning.