In 1984, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis created a Citizenship by Investment Program (CBI) to attract investors. These investors make a financial contribution to the St. Kitts and Nevis government, by channelling capital into the economy. This program allows applicants to become citizens and passport holders of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Benefits

1. Citizenship is for life and not revocable.
2. No residency requirement.
3. Payment after approval.
4. Allows dual citizenship.
5. Second citizenship can allow children to avoid military service in their home country.
6. Simplified travel to many countries (including the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Hong Kong).
7. No tax.

To qualify under the Citizenship by Investment Program, the following criteria must be met:

1. The principal applicant must be over 18 years of age.
2. To qualify as dependents, children must be unmarried and under age 18, or under age 25 and full-time students (financially dependent on the applicant).  Dependent parents over age 55 may apply.
3. Applicants must make a one-time payment to the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, OR invest in real estate, OR invest in an Approved Public Benefit Option.
4. Applicants must pass a Due Diligence examination, and have no criminal record.
5. Applicants (age 16+) must attend an interview.
6. Applicants must complete a medical examination and biometrics process.

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