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St. Kitts & Nevis · Investment route
Make a non-refundable contribution to an approved Public Benefit Project to obtain citizenship.
Last updated: 2025-03-01
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
Learn how St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment can be obtained through a contribution to an approved Public Benefit Project (PBO), offering a fast, family-friendly route.
What you getالمزايا
Efficient 3–6 month processing for the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment program with thorough due diligence.
One PBO contribution covers the main applicant; family add-ons available for spouse, children under 26, and qualifying parents/grandparents 55+.
No residency requirement; citizenship is lifetime and inheritable, granting full St. Kitts & Nevis passport rights.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
PBO contribution (single applicant)
Non-refundable contribution to an approved Public Benefit Project; covers a family of up to 4. USD 50,000 for each additional adult (18+) and USD 25,000 for each additional minor (<18).
Due diligence fee – Principal applicant
Government background check and verification of source of funds for the main applicant.
Due diligence fee – Each dependent (16+)
Background and source of funds verification for each dependent aged 16 and above.
Bank/National due diligence fee
Additional KYC/compliance check conducted through banking channels.
Application processing fee (per person)
Covers government processing of the application per applicant.
Passport issuance fee (per person)
Charged at the stage of passport issuance; non-refundable.
Courier fee (per application)
Covers secure shipping of documents and passports to the applicant.
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Make the PBO contribution after receiving Approval-in-Principle (AIP).
Pass multi-layer due diligence, background checks, and complete a personal interview.
Provide full documentary evidence of identity, finances, and dependent relationships for verification under the PBO route.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Unclear or unverifiable source of funds, or adverse background findings that prevent eligibility for the St. Kitts & Nevis PBO Citizenship by Investment program.
Sanctions, watchlist entries, or restricted nationality triggers that make an applicant ineligible.
Inability to complete the KYC interview or provide all required documents for the PBO contribution route.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity & Civil
- ✦Valid passport and identity documents
- ✦Marriage certificate (if spouse included)
- ✦Birth certificates for dependent children
- ✦Proof of relationship for qualifying parents/grandparents
Financial & Source of Funds
- ✦Evidence of source of funds
Compliance & Health
- ✦Police clearance certificate(s)
- ✦Health certificate(s)
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Approved projectsالمشاريع
Not applicable for PBO
Public Benefit Option is contribution-based and does not involve real-estate purchase.
Project availability and inventory change. Your advisor confirms current options and any exclusive allocations at onboarding.
Risk notes
Applicants failing to disclose material information may face rejection or future revocation of citizenship under the PBO route.
Changes in personal circumstances after submission must be reported promptly to avoid compliance issues.
Compliance
All applicants undergo strict KYC, anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) checks.
The PBO route is fully regulated by the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) to ensure adherence to local and international legal standards.
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A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.