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Citizenship by Investment
Citizenship by Investment

St. Kitts & Nevis flagSt. Kitts & Nevis

The Platinum Standard of investment migration — the world's oldest CBI programme, established in 1984. Offering 150+ visa-free destinations, zero worldwide tax, and irrevocable hereditary citizenship.

150+ Countries
Visa-Free Access
3–5 Months
Processing Time
USD 250,000
Minimum Investment
Overview

Programme Overview

The Federation of St. Kitts & Nevis holds the distinct honour of hosting the world's longest-running and most prestigious Citizenship-by-Investment Programme, pioneered in 1984. Revered globally as the 'Platinum Standard' of the investment migration industry, the programme has undergone comprehensive modernisations to maintain unmatched legal integrity and strict alignment with international regulatory bodies. Operating under the direct statutory framework of the nation's constitution, this elite programme provides discerning investors with a secure, highly efficient gateway to global asset protection and uncompromised mobility. For clients of Burbridge Capital, St. Kitts & Nevis represents the pinnacle of sovereign trust — offering a seamless, lifetime security structure for high-net-worth families without demanding physical relocation.

Benefits

Key Advantages

Ⅰ
The Industry's Platinum Standard
Gain citizenship from the most established, legally secure jurisdiction in the investment migration sector, backed by over 40 years of stable legislative precedent and unrivalled international credibility.
Ⅱ
Expansive Global Liberty
Travel friction-free with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 150 premier destinations across the globe, including the United Kingdom, the EU Schengen Area, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Ⅲ
Uncompromising Financial Sovereignty
Shield your wealth within a protective fiscal jurisdiction. St. Kitts & Nevis enforces a strict zero-tax framework on worldwide income, capital gains, corporate dividends, wealth, and inheritance.
Ⅳ
Total Relocation Freedom
There are zero physical residency, language, or minimum-stay requirements. You are never mandated to visit the islands to obtain, maintain, or renew your citizenship status.
Ⅴ
Irrevocable Family Security
Citizenship is granted for life and is fully hereditary. It can be passed down seamlessly to future generations, establishing a permanent global legacy for your family.
Investment Options

Capital Pathways

Option 1
Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)
From USD 250,000
A direct, non-refundable economic contribution to the state treasury for green energy transitions and national infrastructure. USD 250,000 for a single applicant; USD 300,000 for a couple; USD 350,000 for a family of four. The most administratively direct pathway.
Option 2
Approved Public Benefit Project
USD 250,000
A specialised capital injection into government-designated public benefit developments, geared toward projects yielding substantial employment and local economic transformation. Tailored for institutional or sophisticated investors.
Option 3 — Fractional
Real Estate (Resort Shares)
USD 325,000
Acquisition of fractional shares in elite, government-authorised luxury developments — branded five-star resorts, condominiums, or high-end coastal villas. Potential rental income with a clear capital exit pathway after the hold period.
Hold period: 7 years minimum
Option 3 — Sole Title
Real Estate (Private Villa)
USD 600,000
Full, sole-title acquisition of a private luxury residential villa within a government-approved development. Complete property ownership alongside irrevocable lifetime citizenship in the world's most prestigious CBI jurisdiction.
Hold period: 7 years minimum
The Process

How Burbridge Capital
manages your application

1
Bespoke Profile Pre-Screening
Our in-house compliance desk conducts a strict preliminary audit of your background and source of wealth to eliminate risks. Upon clearance, we execute our advisory agreement and issue your custom document dossier checklist.
2
Premium Dossier Preparation
Our specialised legal team orchestrates the collection, translation, notarisation, and apostille of all required civil certificates, police records, bank references, and medical documents, compiling a flawless government application file.
3
Submission & Multi-Tier Vetting
The complete file is formally filed with the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU). Statutory due diligence fees, administrative processing fees, and mandatory interview fees are settled. Independent global intelligence agencies commence rigorous vetting.
4
Mandatory Virtual Interview
In accordance with enhanced compliance protocols, the main applicant and all qualifying dependants aged 16 and over must participate in a confidential, secure virtual interview with government-appointed compliance panels.
5
Official Approval & Investment Settlement
Upon successful vetting, the CIU issues an official Approval-in-Principle. The applicant is granted a structured window to fulfil their chosen investment pathway — executing the SISC contribution, public benefit transfer, or real estate escrow settlement.
6
Citizenship & Passport Delivery
Your Certificate of Citizenship is formally issued under the authority of the federation. Biometric passports are printed and securely dispatched to Burbridge Capital for confidential hand-delivery to your preferred location.
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there secondary government administrative fees required under the Real Estate option?+
Yes. If you choose the Approved Real Estate pathway, the government applies separate post-approval administrative fees. For a single applicant, the standard government fee is USD 25,000. For a spouse, the fee is USD 15,000, and for each dependent child or qualified relative under the age of 18, the fee is USD 10,000.
What is the fundamental difference between the SISC Donation and the Public Benefit option?+
While both start at a minimum capital threshold of USD 250,000 for a single applicant, the SISC is a direct, non-refundable contribution into a general sovereign fund managed by the state for broad economic development. The Public Benefit option is a targeted investment into specific, pre-approved private or public projects that directly finance localized social infrastructure, industrial growth, or employment initiatives.
Can I include my adult children or dependent parents in the application?+
Yes, under strict criteria. Eligible dependants include a spouse, children aged 18 to 25 who are enrolled full-time at a recognized institution of higher learning and are fully financially supported by the main applicant, and dependent parents or grandparents of the main applicant or spouse who are aged 65 or older and living with the applicant.
How long is the St. Kitts & Nevis passport valid for, and how do I handle renewals?+
The Certificate of Registration guarantees lifetime citizenship and never expires. The actual passport travel document is valid for 10 years for adults and 5 years for children under the age of 16. Passports can be renewed completely remotely through the consulate network or directly via Burbridge Capital's dedicated corporate client desk.
Does St. Kitts & Nevis require any physical presence on the islands before applying?+
No. There are absolutely no residency or physical footprint mandates. The entire application, document validation, and mandatory compliance interview are conducted fully remotely from your home or office. You are never required to travel to St. Kitts & Nevis to receive your passport.
Can a real estate investment be resold to a secondary CBI buyer after the holding period?+
Yes. Under the current legislative framework, a property purchased under the CBI program can be sold after the mandatory 7-year holding period. Crucially, it can be resold to a new citizenship-by-investment applicant, allowing you to recoup your principal capital while retaining your own St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship permanently.

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