St. Lucia has the latest citizenship by investment program in the Caribbean. St. Lucia offers is an exclusive and authentic state offering all the tropical adventures of the Caribbean. St Lucia inherits its experience from Caribbean neighbors. The Citizenship by Investment Board is committed to making this program efficient for investors and also provide benefits for the country and its people. St. Lucia also recognizes dual citizenship which is advantageous in case of business expansion and tax relief.

The government acquired citizenship by an investment program as an attempt to promote economic growth, attract developments, increase foreign direct investment to the country, support the development of infrastructure and provide a sustainable future. In resulted in investors choosing from several options to qualify for the program.

Individuals with high net worth can make a monetary contribution to the NEF organization through one of these levels:

• US$100,000 for Single applicant.
• US$140,000 for Main applicant with spouse.
• US$150,000 for Family with up to 3 dependents (spouse + 2 children).
• US$25,000 for Each additional dependent.
• US$30,000 for Administrative fees.

Applicants can also purchase property of a minimum value of US$300,000 in a pre-approved real estate development area. The purchased property must be owned and maintained for a minimum of five years. Expenses such as property registration, processing fees and taxes must be paid in addition to the property purchase.

The applicant and a family member can make a approved investment in Saint Lucia government bonds, which must be held for five years. The bond amount will vary depending on the size of the family.

• US$500,000 for Single applicant.
• US$535,000 for Main applicant and spouse.
• US$550,000 for Family with up to 3 dependents (spouse + 2 children).
• US$25,000 for Each additional dependent.

Applicants can also make an investment of invest a minimum of US$3.5 million in an approved enterprise project which creates at least three jobs. Two applicants may share an investment of US$6 million and create six jobs to qualify. Approved enterprise projects must fall under one of the following categories:

• Specialty restaurants
• Cruise ports and marinas
• Agro-processing plants
• Pharmaceutical products
• Ports
• Bridges
• Roads and highways
• Research institutions and facilities
• Offshore Universities