The world's longest-running citizenship-by-investment programme — chosen when stability, discretion and a proven track record matter more than anything else. A second passport in as little as four to six months, with no requirement ever to relocate.
Introduced in 1984, St Kitts & Nevis created the model that every subsequent citizenship-by-investment programme has followed. Four decades of continuous operation have produced something rare in this field: predictability. The rules are well understood, the due-diligence process is rigorous, and the outcome is a citizenship recognised and respected worldwide.
For families whose first concern is certainty — that the process will complete, that the passport will hold its standing, that discretion will be preserved throughout — it remains the reference point. Citizenship passes to future generations by descent, making it a decision made once for the benefit of many.
There is no requirement to live in, visit or even travel to the federation at any point. Your existing life continues uninterrupted while a durable second option is put quietly in place.
Both routes lead to the same citizenship. The contribution is the most direct; real estate suits those who prefer to hold a tangible asset.
A one-time, non-refundable contribution to the federal fund.
Single applicant or a family of up to four, in one contribution.
Investment in a government-approved development.
Held for a minimum qualifying period, then resaleable.
We review your goals, family and timeline in confidence, and confirm St Kitts & Nevis is the right fit before any commitment.
We assemble your file to the standard the CIU expects, engage a licensed agent, and submit your application for due diligence.
The government conducts rigorous background checks. On approval in principle, the qualifying investment is made.
Your certificate of registration is issued, followed by passports for you and every included family member.
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 150 destinations, including the UK, the Schengen area, Hong Kong and Singapore.
Four decades of uninterrupted operation and a strong reputation for governance make this the most established programme available.
No personal income tax, wealth tax, gift tax or inheritance tax on citizens — with no worldwide-income reporting to the federation.
Citizenship extends to your spouse, children and parents, and passes to future generations by descent — secured once, held for good.
A representative estimate for the contribution route. Final figures are confirmed with your advisor and the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
| Item | Indicative amount |
|---|---|
| Government contribution (family of four) | $250,000 |
| Due-diligence fees (per adult) | $10,000 |
| Government processing & passport fees | $1,000 per person |
| Professional & legal fees | from $30,000 |
| Indicative total, family of four | from ≈ $295,000 |
Figures are indicative and for general guidance only. They exclude the Accelerated Application Process fee and vary with family composition, chosen route and current government schedules. TVG will prepare a precise, itemised estimate for your circumstances.
A first conversation is exactly that — a conversation. We'll tell you honestly whether St Kitts & Nevis is the right fit before anything else is discussed.