THE PROGRAMME
Programme overview
Apply for Saint Lucia citizenship through a contribution to the National Economic Fund (NEF). Pay the contribution after approval under formal instructions and complete the applicable remaining requirements.
- Minimum contribution
- USD 240,000
- Family applications
- Individual assessment
- Nature of funds
- Non-refundable contribution
The principal applicant and up to 3 eligible dependants.
Other family compositions are assessed and costed separately.
No redeemable asset or investment income is created.
The contribution, official application charges and professional fees are assessed separately. Confirm each cost and the recipient details before payment.
CIP Saint Lucia · Investment options and feesInformation checked: 15 October 2026
FEES & PAYMENTS
Fee schedule
Investment and payment stages for a family of four. Principal applicant, spouse and 2 children under 16.
| Fee item | AmountUSD | Payment stage |
|---|---|---|
| Immigration service fee | 5,000 | On signing |
| Immigration legal fee | 5,000 | On filing |
| Due diligence | 13,000 | On filing |
| Application processing | 5,000 | On filing |
| NEF contribution | 240,000 | On approval |
| Total of listed items | 268,000 | Listed items only |
The total includes the contribution and listed application and service fees. Interviews or identity checks, passport and other document charges, notarisation, translation, certification, medical examinations and other third-party costs are assessed separately. Other family compositions require a separate quotation; final costs and payments follow applicable rules and written agreements.
Information checked: 15 October 2026
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility
Assess each family member and prepare accurate, complete supporting documents.
Principal applicant
At least 18 years old and meeting current background and lawful source-of-funds requirements.
Spouse and children
The example covers a spouse and 2 children under 16. Marriage, birth, guardianship and any required consent must be documented. Other family compositions require individual assessment.
Sources: Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Act · Act 22 of 2025
Financial resources and source of funds
Applicants must declare at least USD 350,000 in financial resources by sworn affidavit, with supporting evidence and lawful source-of-funds documents. This is an evidence requirement, not an additional fee. Complete identity, health and background documents; an authorised agent submits the application.
Sources: Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Regulations · SI 57 of 2026 · Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Act · Act 22 of 2025
Biometrics and ongoing obligations
Successful applicants must provide biometric data and meet applicable residency and genuine-link requirements under the authority’s current procedures.
Sources: Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Regulations · SI 57 of 2026 · Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Act · Act 22 of 2025
THE PROCESS
Application process
- 01
Assessment and confirmation
Check family eligibility, the selected route, budget and written service scope.
- 02
Preparation and filing
Complete the documents, pay applicable filing charges and submit through an authorised agent.
- 03
Review and payment
Complete due diligence, interviews and any further requests. After approval, make the required investment and payments under formal instructions.
- 04
Registration and documents
Complete the applicable oath, biometric and registration requirements, then apply separately for passports.
Conatus Mobility provides advisory, document-preparation and coordination services. The authority makes its own decision; approval and processing times are not guaranteed.
QUESTIONS
Common questions
Does an NEF contribution create a redeemable investment?
No. The NEF is a contribution route. It creates no saleable or redeemable asset and no investment income. Application-stage costs and the post-approval contribution must be assessed separately.
Is there a guaranteed completion date?
Document preparation, checks, further requests and official processing affect the timeline. No fixed approval date is guaranteed.
Can everything be completed remotely?
Interviews, identity checks, biometrics and other formalities follow the authority’s requirements. Personal attendance cannot be ruled out in advance.
Sources: Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Regulations · SI 57 of 2026 · Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Act · Act 22 of 2025
Can another family use the same budget?
Costs depend on each person’s age, relationship and eligibility. The example applies only to the stated family composition; other families require a separate assessment.
Does citizenship establish tax residence?
Citizenship and tax residence are different questions. Original nationality, tax obligations and entry rules of other countries require separate consideration.
Start with your family
Understand the eligibility criteria and confirm the scope and costs.
Official sources and information
General programme information, not individual legal, tax or investment advice. Eligibility, costs and procedures depend on applicable rules and written documents. Architectural illustrations do not depict an offered investment project.