Name: Saint Lucia
Capital: Castries
Population: 180,149 (2025)
Official Language: English
Total Area: 616 sq km
Age Demographics: 0-14: 19.77%, 15-24: 14.79%, 25-54: 42.93%, 55-64: 10.41%, 65+: 12.11%
GDP (Per Capita): 14,400 USD
Timezone: UTC-4
Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Population Growth: 0.31%
Government: Parliamentary Democracy
Saint Lucia is the newest — and arguably the best-positioned — Citizenship by Investment program in the Caribbean. Vibrant, discerning, and alluring, Saint Lucia offers all the tropical benefits of the region while maintaining an exclusive, authentic, and engaging atmosphere.
Qualifications
To qualify for the St. Lucia citizenship by investment program, applicants must fulfill one of the approved investment options, in addition to meeting the following criteria:
Be of outstanding character
Hold no criminal record
Have excellent health
Interview for applicants aged 16+
Why Choose Saint Lucia?
Saint Lucia has drawn on decades of experience from its Caribbean neighbors.
By selectively adopting only the best practices, the Citizenship by Investment Board is committed to making the program as efficient and investor-friendly as possible, while delivering unmatched benefits to the country and its people.
Tax-Free Jurisdiction
The St. Lucia citizenship by investment program enables you to travel freely, work, and live in Antigua & Barbuda as well as other CARICOM countries without the need for a visa or work permit, and enjoy a tax-free jurisdiction (plus no CFC laws).
Saint Lucia Citizenship Benefits
Saint Lucia recognizes dual citizenship, which can offer significant advantages for business expansion and tax relief. Other benefits include:
No physical residence requirements
No application-related travel required
No education requirements
No managerial experience requirements
Include dependent children under 30
Include dependent parents over 55 fully supported by the main applicant
Include mentally or physically challenged dependent children and/or parents
Unmarried siblings under 18, with parental or guardian consent, can apply
Benefits of Being Part of a Commonwealth Country
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to many countries
Eligibility for the UK’s Youth Mobility Scheme
Right to vote in the UK if legally residing there
Eligibility for Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships
Educational cooperation and access to academic networks
Equal treatment in some Commonwealth countries
Consular assistance from other Commonwealth countries
Shared legal and democratic traditions
Commonwealth diplomatic support in international forums
Favorable treatment in UK universities
Networking opportunities through Commonwealth events
Investment Options
National Economic Fund Contribution
Make a monetary contribution to the NEF via one of the following contribution options:
$240,000: Family with up to 3 dependents (spouse + 2 children); Single and family with up to 3 dependents
$10,000: Per additional dependent under 18
$20,000: Per additional dependent over 18
Real Estate Investment
Purchase a property for $300,000+ in a pre-approved real estate development area.
Own and maintain the property for at least 5 years.
Property registration, processing fees, and taxes must also be paid.
Enterprise Project Investment
Invest $250,000 in an enterprise project that aims to enhance the nation’s infrastructure.
National Action Bond
Make a monetary contribution of $300,000 to the National Action Bond in Saint Lucia.
Bonds are non-interest bearing, and must be registered and remain in the name of the applicant for a five-year holding period from the date of first issue.
Application Fees
Fees are based on the number of dependents, country of origin, residence and other retained services, plus service and legal fees related to the submission of a citizenship and passport application for the applicant.
The advisory fees are non-refundable and are payable in two equal installments
Additional Fees
Applicants and their families must also pay the following non-refundable fees depending on the size of the family and the preferred investment option:
Government Administration Fees (Real Estate)
$30,000: Main Applicant
$40,000: Main Applicant + Spouse
$5,000: Dependent Child Under 18
$10,000: Dependent Child Over 18
Government Administration Fees (Enterprise)
$15,000: Main Applicant
$20,000: Main Applicant + Spouse
$5,000: First Dependant
$5,000: Second Dependant
$5,000: Additional Dependant Under 18
$10,000: Additional Dependant Over 18
Government Administration Fees (Bond)
$50,000
Processing Fees
$2,000: Main Applicant
$1,000: Per Dependent
Due Diligence Fees
$8,000: Main Applicant
$5,000: Per Dependent Over 16
$7,500: Financial Sponsor
Frequently asked questions
Step 1 - Client Qualification & Pre-Screening
Client qualification, KYC pre-screening and onboarding.
File preparation. Designated Agent issues pre-approval letter.
Advisory and due diligence fees are due at this step
Step 2 - Citizenship File Submission
Citizenship file submission.
Step 3 - Approval-in-Principal Letter
Government’s Citizenship-by-Investment Unit issues an Approved in Principle letter.
Step 4 - Investment Option Selected
Investment made in selected option. Payment of government fees, if applicable.
Step 5 - Passport Requested & Issued
Submission of passport application. Passport issued.
Contacts
+595944711603
contact@globalsovereign.net