Caribbean Residency /
Citizenship by Investment
Citizenship by Investment
Caribbean Citizenship by Investment
Program Information
Several Caribbean countries have adopted programs which allow the acquisition of citizenship on the basis of an investment and/or a direct contribution to the state as a means of development of the country.
Holders of a passport issued by these Caribbean countries enjoy visa free travel to over 100 countries, including the UK, Canada and the European Union, specifically all European countries of the Schengen area. Passport holders require a visa to enter the US as these countries are not a member of the Visa Waiver Program.Antigua & Barbuda
Antigua & Barbuda is an independent Commonwealth state in the Eastern Caribbean. Following its independence from Britain in 1981, Antigua’s key industry is tourism and related service industries. The next largest employers are the financial services industry and the government.With some 365 beaches of clean clear turquoise waters, the lush tropical island of Antigua is an inviting paradise and considered to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. As a result, tourism is the key driver of GDP and generates around 60% of the island’s income, with key target markets being the US, Canada and Europe.
Investors must choose one of the following three investment options (excluding processing fees):
A) An investment of at least US$ 200,000 in an approved Antigua real estate project to be held for a minimum of five years, OR
B) An investment of at least US$ 1,500,000 directly into an eligible business, OR
C) A non-refundable contribution (donation) in the amount of at least US$ 100,000 to the country's National Development Fund.
The principal applicant may include a spouse, dependent children and parents on the same application. Processing time in Antigua & Barbuda can be as fast as five to six months.
St. Kitts & Nevis
The Citizenship Program of St. Christopher (St. Kitts) was established in 1984 and is one of the longest established economic citizenship programs in existence. The program requires applicants to make an economic contribution to the country. In exchange, they and their families are granted full citizenship.St. Kitts & Nevis is an independent English speaking country of two islands, offering a well-established political and legal system since the country is a member of British Commonwealth. Benefits include no personal income tax, a stable currency, a well-established financial infrastructure, corporate incentives, and an investor-friendly government.
To qualify for citizenship, the applicant must select one of two options (excluding processing fees):
A) An investment of at least US$ 400,000 in one of the approved Saint Kitts real-estate developments in addition to paying government fees, other fees and taxes, OR
B) A non-refundable contribution (donation) of only US$ 250,000 (for a single applicant) under the Sustainable Growth Fund program.
There are no language tests, no medical tests, and new citizens do not need to reside in the country. The processing time for St. Kitts & Nevis can be as short as 90 days, but depending on the option chosen might require up to ten months.
Grenada
Grenada gained independence from the British in 1974 and is a full member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM), as well as the World Trade Organization (WTO). The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program commenced in August 2013 by virtue of Act No.15, 2013, also known as the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Act.Grenada Citizenship offers visa-free travel to over 100 countries, including the European Schengen Area. Eligible dependents include the spouse and children under the age of 25 years, as well as dependent parents above the age of 65.
Further, Grenada passport holders may apply for the E-2 visa of the United States. The E-2 visa is a non-immigrant visa especially for those who would like to visit the US anytime for business or live in the country. The visa is initially valid for 2 years, and may be renewed for a maximum of 5 years.
Grenada's citizenship by investment program provides for two options (excluding processing fees):
A) A non-refundable contribution (donation) to the National Transformation Fund, US$ 150,000 (single applicant), OR
B) An investment in Government-approved projects, including real estate such as villas and resorts, in the minimum amount of US$ 220,000.
There is no physical stay requirement, and the application process can be as fast as 3 - 4 months.
DOMINICA
The Dominica Citizenship by Investment Program has been in existence since 1993 and is legally entrenched in the Dominican Constitution. The program requires an applicant to make an economic contribution to the country and, in exchange, the applicant and his or her family obtain full Dominican citizenship.Applicants for citizenship must be at least 21 years of age, of good character, without criminal records and who are willing to make the required investment in Dominica.
Dominica's citizenship by investment program provides for two options (excluding processing fees):
A) Non-refundable contribution (donation) to the Economic Diversification Fund, US$ 100,000 (single applicant), OR
B) An investment in Government-approved real estate of at least US$ 200,000.
There is no physical stay requirement, and the application process can be as fast as 3 - 4 months.
St. Lucia
The citizenship by investment program of St. Lucia for a single applicant starts at US$ 135,000 including all fees and all investments (higher for families).The investment options include (excluding processing fees):
A) A non-refundable contribution (donation) to the National Economic Fund of US$ 100,000 (single applicant), OR
B) An investment of at least US$ 200,000 directly into an approved real estate development to be held for at least five years, OR
C) An investment of at least US$ 300,000 directly into St. Lucia government bonds to be held for at least five years.
Applicants for citizenship must be at least 21 years of age, of good character, and without criminal records.
There is no physical stay requirement, and the application process can be as fast as 3 - 4 months.
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