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St Kitts & Nevis

Non-EU investors seeking a strong second passport with Schengen+UK access, zero tax obligation, and zero residency requirements. Best established CBI brand globally.

Mobility score

8/10

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Visa-free

156

destinations

Passport tier

Strong (150-184)

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Programmes

1

Active

Last updated: September 2026Source-backed programme data77 source referencesData confidence

Citizenship routes

Direct citizenship pathways

Programmes that result in a new passport, typically with enhanced due diligence, government review, and a direct grant of nationality.

St Kitts CBI

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) offers From USD 250,000 (Sustainable Island State Contribution route, single applicant or family of up to 4). Visa-free / visa-on-arrival access to a large share of global destinations, including the Schengen Area( Around 156 countries);

From: From USD 250,000 (Sustainable Island State Contribution route, single applicant or family of up to 4)
Timeline: 4–6 months
Stay: 0 days - no mandatory physical presence requirement. Upcoming reform: Physical presence is expected to become mandatory under the new regional framework, but the exact number of days has not yet been officially confirmed.

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Workbook dossier

Programme detail from the September 2026 data release

Last updated: September 2026Source-backed programme data77 source referencesData confidence

Minimum investment: From USD 250,000 (Sustainable Island State Contribution route, single applicant or family of up to 4)
Investment type: Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC), Public Benefit Option (PBO), Real Estate — Approved Project Share
Timeline: 4–6 months
Visa-free access: 156 destinations
Passport Rank: #21
Physical presence: 0 days - no mandatory physical presence requirement. Upcoming reform: Physical presence is expected to become mandatory under the new regional framework, but the exact number of days has not yet been officially confirmed.
Dual citizenship: Permitted — investors may retain other passports unless their country of origin forbids dual citizenship
Best for: Non-EU investors seeking a strong second passport with Schengen+UK access, zero tax obligation, and zero residency requirements. Best established CBI brand globally.

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St Kitts & Nevis

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Checked 2026-06-10

Advisory desk

Workbook-backed brief, prepared for principals.

Programme terms, mobility data and source notes are drawn from the September 2026 data release and should be verified before any mandate proceeds.

Desk note · St Kitts & NevisNon-EU investors seeking a strong second passport with Schengen+UK access, zero tax obligation, and zero residency requirements. Best established CBI brand globally. We recommend opening with a structured intake before any programme is shortlisted.

Data layer: September 2026
Program type: Mixed by country
Use: Informational

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Figures are published by the relevant ministries or licensed intermediaries and shown in indicative form. Programmes change; terms of engagement are confidential. Nothing on this page is an offer of citizenship or tax advice.

Key benefits

Global mobility: Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a large share of global destinations, including the Schengen Area; note the 2026 loss of visa-free access to Ireland (see Updates tab). Around 156 countries
US Visitor Visa access: St Kitts and Nevis passport holders are eligible for a 10-year US Visitor Visa, the maximum validity available for that visa category.
Favourable tax regime: No personal income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or wealth tax for residents or citizens.
World's oldest CBI programme: Operating since 1984, with a long track record and established institutional processes.
Broad family inclusion: Spouse, children and parents/grandparents can be included in a single application, subject to dependant fees.
Fast processing: Historically among the fastest Caribbean programmes, with approval in as little as 4 months under some routes — though the 2026 reform may affect timelines.
Healthcare access: Free healthcare is available for citizens under 18 and adults over 62.

Limitations / notes

US persons (FATCA complexity)
EU passport holders who already have strong travel documents
anyone needing USA visa-free access
Historic due diligence concerns
significantly improved post-2023 with mandatory Enhanced Due Diligence

Passport strength

Mobility score

8/10

Visa-free

156 destinations

Tier

Strong (150-184)

Schengen access; UK: Yes — ETA req. since Jan 2025; USA: Visa required; 157 visa-free destinations