St.Kitts Citizenship by Investment Program 2018 Review

The St.Kitts Citizenship by Investment Program had a record performing year with over 3,000 citizenship by investment applications under the Hurricane Relief Fund. According to the CEO of the St.Kitts Citizenship by Investment Unit, over 50% of the St.Kitts Citizenship by Investment applicants were from China, 45% from the Middle East, and 5% from other countries such as Russia and the United States. The St.Kitts Citizenship by Investment program has been referred to as the most innovative citizenship by investment program and has seen a lot of media attention in 2018. 

The Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF) was established following the successful Hurricane Relief Fund whereby investor applicants can make a donation to the country and in turn obtain St.Kitts & Nevis Citizenship. The Sustainable Growth Fund was established to help support sustainable economic growth in St.Kitts and Nevis and further advance the Federations goals that are aligned with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Investment into the Sustainable Growth Fund starts at US$150,000 for a single main applicant plus due diligence fees. There is also the possibility to obtain St.Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by investing in designated government approved real estate starting at US$200,000. 

One of the main features of St.Kitts & Nevis Citizenship is the ability to travel visa free to over 150 jurisdictions which includes: United Kingdom, Schengen area, Russia, Hong Kong and Singapore amongst other global destinations. St.Kitts & Nevis is a great place to live and is often featured in the news as one of the best Caribbean destinations for travel. Many people come to visit and decide that they would like to buy a vacation home or spend more time in the country. We are always happy to accommodate our clients and help them get familiar with the Island!