Saint Kitts and Nevis•North AmericaCBI-PBO — Citizenship by Investment - Public Benefit Project
At a Glance
3–6 months
USD $267,750–$275,250
Varies by filing options
Permanent (Citizenship)
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship via a non-refundable US$250,000 contribution to a CIU-approved Public Benefit Project.
The Public Benefit Option (PBO) is one of four routes in St. Kitts and Nevis's Citizenship by Investment Programme. Investors obtain full citizenship by making a minimum non-refundable US$250,000 contribution to a CIU-approved Public Benefit Project — a government-vetted venture delivering tangible national benefit such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, or housing.
Total cost includes the US$250,000 contribution, a US$250 application fee, US$10,000 due diligence for the main applicant and US$7,500 per dependant 16+, plus post-approval fees of US$15,000 for a spouse, US$10,000 per dependant under 18, and US$15,000 per dependant 18+. Approval-in-principle is issued within 120-180 days, and a mandatory interview is required.
This visa is ideal for high-net-worth individuals and families seeking a fast, residency-free second citizenship tied to a government-endorsed development project, with a Caribbean passport and lifetime, inheritable citizenship.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Status type | Permanent / indefinite |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Main applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess a legal source of funds for the investment and all associated fees.
Must successfully pass comprehensive criminal and immigration background checks (due diligence).
Must successfully pass a medical screening, including proof of being free from contagious diseases.
Must make a minimum non-refundable contribution of USD 250,000 to an approved Public Benefit Project.
Must attend a mandatory interview (virtually or in person).
Must provide biometric data.
KEY CRITERIA
Investment
250,000 USD
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed official application forms (C1, C2, C3, and others as required by the agent).
Certified copy of valid passport(s).
Original birth certificate(s).
Police certificate of character (from country of citizenship and any country resided in for >1 year in the last 10 years).
Medical certificate (Form C3) including HIV test results.
Evidence of residential address (e.g., utility bill or bank statement).
Original bank reference letter (not older than 6 months).
Professional reference letter (not older than 6 months).
Proof of source of funds.
Passport-sized photographs (as per specifications).
Marriage/divorce certificates (if applicable).
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Full lifetime citizenship and St. Kitts and Nevis passport with broad visa-free travel
- No residency, language, education, or work-experience requirements
- Dual citizenship permitted; citizenship is inheritable
- Spouse, children under 30, and dependent parents/grandparents 55+ can be included
- Decision-in-principle typically within 120-180 days
- Contribution is tied to a tangible, government-endorsed development project
Worth Knowing
- Contribution of US$250,000 to the Public Benefit Project is non-refundable
- Substantial additional fees apply (processing, due diligence, post-approval government fees)
- Mandatory interview for the main applicant; dependants 16+ may also be interviewed
- Rigorous multi-layer due diligence and source-of-funds verification
- Applications must be submitted via an Authorised Agent — no direct submissions
- Adverse criminal, sanctions, or watchlist findings during due diligence
- Inability to evidence a legal source of funds for the full investment and fees
- Failure to attend or pass the mandatory CIU interview
Application Process
Choose an authorized agent
Prepare and submit application with required documents
Attend mandatory interview
Make contribution and pay remaining fees upon approval
Receive certificate of naturalization and apply for passport
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