Saint Lucia is an island country in the West Indies in the eastern Caribbean Sea on the boundary with the Atlantic Ocean. Part of the Windward Islands of the Lesser Antilles, it is located north/northeast of the island of Saint Vincent, northwest of Barbados and south of Martinique.
Fundamental facts about Saint Lucia
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The majority of the population is of African descent
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Population of Saint Lucia is 184,961 people
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Castries is the capital of Saint Lucia
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In 1979, Saint Lucia became an independent state and a member of the Commonwealth of Nations as a Commonwealth realm
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Eastern Caribbean Dollar is the country's currency
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Saint Lucia's form of government is unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy
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English is the official language of the country
Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program
Saint Lucia Citizenship program offers such a great deal for investors starting from $100,000. The program has been efficiently working in benefit for both investors and the government since 2015. In such a quick process to acquire citizenship about 3 to 6 months is one of the benefits of the program just as how the Saint Lucia passport provides the citizens to visa free travel to 146 countries including the UK, Singapore, Hong Kong and the Schengen states!
Choosing between the three options that the government offers for citizenship by investment in Saint Lucia makes acquiring a second citizenship and obtaining passport a really great opportunity!
These options are:
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Limited-time offer!
50% discount on the purchase of government bonds
A special offer from the Government of St Lucia is only valid until December 31st, 2022. The applicant can invest $250,000 instead of $500,000 in government bonds and get Caribbean passports for the whole family.
The investment is refundable; the bonds can be redeemed in 5 or 7 years. ***
- Make a non-refundable contribution to the National Economic Fund (NEF)
By donating $100,000+ USD to the NEF, you gain the right for citizenship. The amount may change based on the number of dependents included in the main applicant's application. While $100,000 USD is required minimum for a single applicant, $140,000 USD is investor applying with a spouse. $150,000 USD for a family of up to 4 member and extra $15,000 USD for each additional dependent.
- Invest in a property cost $300,000 USD
While investing in real estate for Saint Lucia citizenship, you must invest in a property worth minimum $300,000 USD to be eligible. Keep in mind that the government approves all real estate options & you can sell your property after 5 years without affecting your citizenship!
-Invest in Government Bonds
Until December 31st, 2022, investors can buy Covid-19 Relief Bonds for $250,000 USD. It is a limited offer with a 50% discount. The standard option offers the purchase of government bonds for $500,000.
$250,000 — single applicant, five-year investment term.
$250,000 — main applicant + spouse, six-year investment term.
$250,000 — a family of up to four, seven-year investment term.
$300,000 — a family of up to four, five-year investment term.
As the investor, you can fully redeem the bonds in 5-7 years and return the money.
How the Acquisition Process Goes
With our guidance, you will be ensured that all you need for your application to go smoothly is covered. The documents required will be formed correctly, with utmost care and attention.
Firstly, we will check if you are eligible for the application. In order to acquire Saint Lucia citizenship by investment, you have to have a clean criminal record and legitimate source of funds. Your entire family can be included too; the spouse, children until the 30 years of age, siblings and dependent parents over the 55 years of age.
Then, according to your choice of the investment options, we will start collecting the documents. Making sure that all the requirements are covered is essential for an easy and quick process for citizenship so by working with an experienced citizenship consultancy will save you time & money.
After reviewing your file, we will submit it to the Government of Saint Lucia with a certified local agent as the law states. Your submission will be examined and verified without the need of an interview.
When your application gets a pre-approval, you will be issued a letter advising of the decision. Once your application is approved, it is required to transfer the final amount for the investment option you chose.
After the completion of your investment, your citizenship certificate will be issued, and your passport application submitted on your behalf. You do not need to visit Saint Lucia for this process and your passport will be delivered to your preferred address.