About
Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programme provides a secure, government-regulated pathway to citizenship through several approved investment options.
$240,000
150 +
6-12 Months
Eligibility & Requirements
Citizenship & Investment Benefits
Investment Options & Minimum Amounts
National Economic Fund (NEF) Donation
From $240,000
Contribution covering main applicant + up to three dependants.
Approved Real Estate
From $300,000
Investment in a government-approved real estate project with required holding period.
Government Bonds (NAB)
From US $300,000 + US$ 50,000 additional administration (non refundable)
Non-interest-bearing bonds held for the mandatory 5 year holding period.
Enterprise Investment
From US$ 3,500,000 + US$ 50,000 additional administration (non refundable)
Direct investment into a qualifying enterprise sector.
Saint Lucia


Citizenship by Investment Fees Breakdown
Main Applicant
US $240,000
Minimum NEF contribution or qualifying investment route.
Spouse
Subject to Official Government Fee
Subject to official government fee schedule depending on investment option.
Dependents
US $5,000 – $25,000+
Varies based on dependant age category and route.
Due Diligence
US $5,000 – $8,000+
Mandatory background checks for the main applicant and eligible dependants.
Application Processing Fees
US $1,000 - $2,000
Government processing, administrative, and application fees.
Additional Fees
In addition to the capital required for St. Lucia citizenship investment, the following fees are also applicable:
Processing Application main applicant
US $2,000
Any Eligible Dependents
US $1,000
Due diligence fee for the main applicant
US $8,000
Due diligence for any dependant above 16 years
US $5,000
In some cases, additional due diligence fees may be required depending on current citizenship status, and other personal circumstances.
“Administrative Application and service fees including agent fees are not included and might vary depending on the application. This must be paid before any processing can begin and is non refundable.”
Application Process
We evaluate your documents and eligibility before starting the process.
Collection, verification, and preparation of all official forms and records.
Government-led background and security checks.
CIU reviews your file for approval-in-principle.
Investment is completed, citizenship granted, and your Saint Lucia passport is issued.
The expected timeframe for the application process is 6 months. The faster you can gather the documents; the faster you complete the first stage. Our team guides you with samples and best practice advice.