Saint LuciaCitizenship by investment

Investment in an enterprise in Saint Lucia

The programme allows investors to obtain citizenship of Saint Lucia by investing in approved enterprise projects in the country. The projects must contribute to economic development and create new jobs. The programme covers a wide range of investment initiatives: from infrastructure and the hotel and restaurant business to research and educational institutions. The applicant and family members above a certain age undergo due diligence. Citizenship is granted by decision of the Citizenship by Investment Board once the qualifying investment is approved.

Source: Citizenship by Investment Board of Saint Lucia — Citizenship by Investment

Who the programme suits

The programme has several routes depending on the size of the investment and the investor's family situation.

Sole investor

An investor with no dependants or with adult family members
Sufficient capital to invest on their own
Willingness to manage the project independently

Joint investment

Several partners are ready to pool their capital
Each partner wants to obtain citizenship
The total investment is shared between the participants

Investor with a family

A spouse, children or other dependants
A wish to include family members in the citizenship
Willingness to cover the cost of due diligence on family members

When the programme will not suit you

Insufficient capital for the minimum investment

Consider the real estate investment programme with a lower entry threshold

The applicant is below the required age

Wait until you reach the age of majority or consider being included as a dependant of an adult applicant

No wish to create jobs through a project

Choose an alternative investment programme with no employment requirements

What it costs

Sole investment in a projectThe minimum investment in an approved enterprise project for a sole investor	3 500 000 USD
Administrative fee for a sole investmentNon-refundable administrative fee of the Citizenship by Investment Board	50 000 USD
Joint investment in a project (overall minimum)The overall minimum for a joint investment by several partners	6 000 000 USD
Joint investment (minimum per partner)Each partner must invest at least this amount out of the total	+1 000 000 USD
Administrative fee for a joint investmentNon-refundable administrative fee for a joint venture	50 000 USD
Processing fee for a dependant's applicationFee for considering each dependant's application	+5 000 USD
Total government feesThe sum of the mandatory rows in the table. “Joint investment (minimum per partner)” adds 1 000 000 USD; “Processing fee for a dependant's application” adds 5 000 USD; the “Joint investment in a project (overall minimum)” branch replaces the “Sole investment in a project” line — 6 050 000 USD; the “Administrative fee for a joint investment” branch replaces the “Administrative fee for a sole investment” line — 3 550 000 USD. Charges with no official price list are in the list below.	3,550,000–4 555 000 USD

Paid separately

Document preparation and advice — The services of licensed agents and lawyers are paid for separately
Due diligence fees — The cost of the checks is included in the application processing fees

Documents to gather

The application is filed only by a licensed authorised agent of the Board. All documents must be in English or accompanied by a certified translation together with the original.

Main applicant's form (SL2A)
Dependant's form (SL2B)
Photograph and signature certificate (SL3)
Investment confirmation form (SL4)
List of required documents (Checklist SL1)
Guidelines for filing the application
Proof of the qualifying investment in the project
Identity documents (passport, birth certificate)
Marriage documents (where there is a spouse)
Children's birth certificates (for inclusion in the application)
Proof of the source of the funds for the investment

How the process runs

Obtaining citizenship through investment in an enterprise involves several stages, each with its own requirements and timelines.

1
Choosing and preparing the project for approval
3 weeks to receive the Board's response
The investor prepares a full project proposal in line with the Board's requirements, including a feasibility study and profiles of the directors and shareholders. The documents are submitted in print and electronically together with a fee of USD 5,000.
2
Approval of the project by the Board
up to 3 weeks after the complete set is filed
The Citizenship by Investment Board considers the full project proposal and decides whether to approve it or to request further information. The Board updates the developer within three weeks.
3
Preparing and filing the citizenship application
a few days to a week
Once the project is approved, the main applicant and their dependants prepare the complete set of documents in line with checklist SL1. The application is filed with a licensed authorised agent of the Board, who checks that the documents are complete.
4
Due diligence
usually takes several weeks within the overall processing
The Board carries out due diligence on the main applicant and family members over 16. The checks cover the source of funds, criminal history and financial obligations.
5
Interview and identity verification
a few days
The applicant and family members undergo an interview and identity verification as required by the programme. In some cases the interview may be conducted remotely.
6
Decision and grant of citizenship
about 90 days from acceptance for consideration
Once the Board decides in favour, the main applicant is granted citizenship of Saint Lucia. Dependants are added within 5 years of the main applicant's citizenship being granted, provided they meet the requirements.

Who you can bring with you

Members of the main applicant's family who meet certain criteria as to age and financial dependence may be included in the application.

Spouse

Included in the application with no age limit. Undergoes due diligence.

Children

Children under 21 are included automatically. Children aged 21 to 30 may be included where they are financially dependent on the applicant. Children with physical or mental disabilities of any age may be included where they are financially dependent.

Parents

Parents over 55 may be included where they are financially dependent on the applicant. They require separate due diligence.

Siblings

Unmarried siblings under 18 may be included with their parents' consent. They require separate due diligence.

What comes next: permanent residence and citizenship

Route to citizenship

Citizenship of Saint Lucia by decision of the Citizenship by Investment Board. A dependant who met the requirements at the time of filing is added within 5 years of the main applicant's application.

Frequently asked questions about Investment in an enterprise

What is the minimum age for the main applicant?

The main applicant must be at least 18. This is the minimum age for applying to the citizenship by investment programme.

Which categories of project are eligible for the programme?

Eligible projects include: specialist restaurants, cruise ports and marinas, agro-processing plants, pharmaceutical products, infrastructure (ports, bridges, roads and highways), research institutions and laboratories, offshore universities, housing projects, social development projects and investment services.

How long does it take to obtain citizenship from the moment the application is filed?

Processing an application takes roughly 90 days from the moment it is accepted for consideration. In many cases, however, citizenship is granted considerably sooner than that period.

Can an investor obtain citizenship together with a partner?

Yes, several investors may pool their capital in a joint venture with an overall minimum investment, each partner contributing at least their own share. Each partner may obtain citizenship, but each files a separate application and undergoes separate due diligence.

Which family members can be included in the main applicant's application?

The following may be included: a spouse, children under 21, children aged 21 to 30 where financially dependent, children with physical or mental disabilities of any age, parents over 55 where financially dependent, and unmarried siblings under 18 with their parents' consent.

Which fees are payable in addition to the investment?

In addition to the investment in the project, an administrative fee of USD 50,000 is payable for the citizenship programme. Each dependant additionally pays an application processing fee of USD 5,000.

Other ways to move to Saint Lucia

Every route in one list — migration programmes: Saint Lucia.

The terms and the amounts are checked against official sources — the link sits under each section.Last checked on: 7 August 2026.