Saint LuciaCitizenship by investment

Government bonds in Saint Lucia

An investment citizenship programme of Saint Lucia based on the purchase of government bonds. The investor must buy interest-free bonds and hold them for a set period. Once the application is approved, the applicant is granted citizenship of Saint Lucia. The applicant's family members may be included in the application subject to certain criteria. The process requires due diligence and the filing of documents through a licensed authorised agent.

Visa term

The bonds must be held for 5 years from the date of initial issue

Processing time

About 90 days from the moment the application is accepted for consideration

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

Who this programme suits

The programme suits investors seeking alternative citizenship and families who want to widen their mobility options.

Main applicants

People over 18 with sufficient funds
Ready to invest a fixed amount in bonds
Able to pass due diligence successfully

Family members

The applicant's spouse
Children up to a certain age, or with a disability
Qualifying dependants (parents, siblings)

When the programme will not suit you

Applicants under 18

You must wait until you reach the age of majority or consider being included as a dependant of another applicant

People not prepared for a five-year holding period

Consider the real estate investment programme or enterprise projects

Applicants with due diligence issues

Consult a lawyer before approaching an agent; not every candidate will be approved

What it costs

Investment in government bonds	300 000 USD
Administrative fee (non-refundable)	50 000 USD
Application processing fee (main applicant)	2 000 USD
Application processing fee (dependant)per dependant	1 000 USD
Due diligence check (main applicant)	8 000 USD
Due diligence check (dependant over 16)per dependant	5 000 USD
Total government feesThe sum of the mandatory rows in the table. Charges with no official price list are in the list below.	366 000 USD

Paid separately

Licensed agent's fees — The agent's services are paid for separately at their own rates
Issue of the passport — Obtaining the passport is a separate service of the Immigration Department

Documents to gather

The applicant files documents through a licensed authorised agent of the Citizenship by Investment Board.

Proof of the qualifying investment in government bonds
Valid passport or identity document
Identity documents for all dependants being included
Police clearance certificate
Documents in English, or a certified translation with the original

How the process runs

Obtaining citizenship involves several stages, from choosing an agent to receiving the certificate.

1
Choosing a licensed agent and the initial consultation
1-2 weeks
The applicant chooses a licensed authorised agent, who advises on the programme, the requirements and the terms of the investment.
2
Preparing and filing the complete set of documents
2-4 weeks
The agent helps to prepare the documents, including evidence of financial capacity, due diligence certificates and identity documents. The applicant pays the processing fees.
3
Due diligence and financial capacity checks
4-8 weeks
Third-party companies carry out in-depth checks on the applicant and dependants (over 16). This is the critical stage that determines whether the process moves forward.
4
Consideration by the Citizenship by Investment Board
2-4 weeks
The Board considers the complete application, including the due diligence results, and decides whether to approve or refuse it.
5
Approval and completion of the investment
1 week
After approval the applicant transfers the investment into government bonds registered in their name. The oath must be signed before an authorised person.
6
Issue of the certificate of registration of citizenship
a few days
A certificate confirming the grant of citizenship is issued. The passport is applied for separately at Saint Lucia's Immigration Department.

Who you can bring with you

Family members may be included in the main applicant's application subject to certain requirements as to age and financial dependence.

Spouse

Included with no age limit

Children, biological or adopted

Up to and including the age of 21, or up to 30 provided they are fully financially dependent

Children with a disability

Any age, on medical confirmation

Parents

Over 55, provided they are fully financially dependent on the applicant

Unmarried siblings

Under 18, with the written consent of both parents

Renewal and the grace period

The government bonds must remain registered in the applicant's name throughout the five-year period counted from the date of initial issue. Once that period has passed, the bonds may be sold, transferred or held on at the owner's choice.

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 Government bonds

What is the minimum age for applying for citizenship?

The main applicant must be at least 18. Family members may be younger provided they qualify as dependants of the applicant.

For how long must the bonds be held?

The bonds must remain registered in the applicant's name for a five-year period from the date of initial issue. After that period they may be freely sold or transferred.

Can the application be filed independently, or is an agent required?

A citizenship application must be filed through a licensed authorised agent of the Board. The agent acts on the applicant's behalf and is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the documents.

Roughly how long does it take to consider an application?

Once the licensed agent's application has been accepted for consideration, it takes about 90 days for citizenship to be granted, provided due diligence is successful and the Board approves the application.

Can family members be added after approval?

Yes, qualifying dependants may be added within five years of the initial approval of the main applicant's application, including children born after that initial approval.

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.