St Kitts and Nevis runs one of the longest established citizenship by investment programmes, open to British nationals who pass due diligence and choose a qualifying route.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
British nationals are eligible and are not subject to a nationality bar. Eligibility turns on passing due diligence, being of good character, and documenting a lawful source of the funds used for the investment.
Since 2026 the programme has required mandatory interviews and issues biometric passports. Confirm the current eligibility and process rules with the official authority.
The main route is the Sustainable Island State Contribution, a contribution to the state that is not refundable, reported at a minimum of 250,000 United States dollars for a single applicant or a family of up to four, with additional amounts for further dependants.
An approved real estate route is also reported, with thresholds reported at 325,000 United States dollars or 600,000 United States dollars depending on the type of property and holding conditions. Confirm the current minimums and holding periods with the official authority.
St Kitts and Nevis is generally reported as a few months from a complete application to approval, subject to due diligence and the interview step. Confirm current processing times with the official authority.
Beyond the contribution or property investment, applicants pay due diligence, processing and passport fees, with additional amounts per dependant. Reported additional dependant amounts were 25,000 United States dollars for a child under 18 and 50,000 United States dollars for a dependant aged 18 or over. Confirm the current government fees with the official authority.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution route | From 250,000 United States dollars | Single applicant or family of up to four |
| Real estate route | Reported at 325,000 or 600,000 United States dollars | Depends on property type and holding rules |
| Additional dependant under 18 | Reported at 25,000 United States dollars | Per child |
| Additional dependant 18 or over | Reported at 50,000 United States dollars | Per dependant |
| Official authority | Citizenship by Investment Unit | St Kitts and Nevis |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), St Kitts and Nevis publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
St Kitts and Nevis permits dual citizenship and the United Kingdom generally allows its nationals to hold other citizenships. Confirm both positions before acting.
No. The Sustainable Island State Contribution is a contribution to the state that is not refundable. The real estate route involves a property asset instead.
Yes. Since 2026 the programme has required mandatory interviews and issues biometric passports. Confirm the current process with the official authority.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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