As a country that recognizes multiple citizenships, there are several ways to obtain St Kitts and Nevis dual citizenship, including by birth, descent, naturalization, marriage, and investment. This guide explains all the available options for becoming a St Kitts and Nevis dual citizen.

Overview of St Kitts and Nevis Dual Citizenship

saint-kitts-and-nevis-dual nationality by-investment-programThe Saint Christopher and Nevis Citizenship Act under Section 93 of the St Kitts and Nevis Constitution recognizes dual and multiple citizenship and provides various routes to getting a St Kitts and Nevis passport. These options include:

  • Naturalization
  • Birth
  • Descent
  • Marriage
  • Investment

You can obtain citizenship in St Kitts and Nevis without having to give up your existing citizenship. It is important to note that while St Kitts and Nevis allows dual citizenship, not all other countries do. As such, it is important to check the dual/multiple citizenship laws of the country you already hold citizenship. For example, countries like Spain have restrictions on dual citizenship status and which citizens can hold it, whereas China does not allow dual nationality at all.

Dual Citizenship through Marriage to a Citizen of St Kitts and Nevis

The spouse of a St Kitts and Nevis national can apply for St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by marriage after three years of legal marriage. An application form must be sent to the Ministry of National Security and Information along with the following documents:

  • Marriage certificate
  • Birth certificate (applicant)
  • Birth certificate (spouse)
  • Divorce decree or death certificate (applicable if either spouse was previously married)
  • Police certificate from any place the applicant has resided in the past six months
  • Two passport-sized photos

If your marriage was registered before 1983, the application fee is $185. If your marriage was registered after 1983, the application fee is $370.

It is important to note that the government can choose to reject an application for citizenship if the spouses are divorcing or no longer live together.

St Kitts and Nevis Dual Citizenship by Birth

Any child born on St Kitts and Nevis soil will automatically be granted St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by birth (jus soil), regardless of the nationality held by their parents.

St Kitts and Nevis Dual Citizenship by Proving Descent or Ancestry

A born in St Kitts and Nevis or child born abroad is recognized as a citizen if at least one of their parents is St Kittitian and Nevisian (jus sanguinis). Qualified individuals must submit an application form to the Ministry of National Security in person or at a Consulate or Embassy.

The Saint Christopher and Nevis Citizenship Act treats biological, stepchildren, and legally adopted children equally. The Act allows the government to grant St Kitts citizenship by descent to stepchildren and legally adopted children of a St Kitts and Nevis national.

The form must provide the following information of their parents:

  • Names
  • Dates of birth
  • Places of birth
  • Places of usual residence

In addition to this form, you will need to provide the following documents:

  • Applicant’s birth certificate
  • Parents’ birth certificates (certified by a Justice of Peace or Notary)
  • Grandparents’ birth certificates, if applicable (certified by a Justice of Peace or Notary)
  • Police certificate (for applicants 16 and older)
  • Two passport-sized photos

You will also need to pay an application fee of $55.

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Saint Kitts and Nevis Dual Citizenship by Naturalization

Long-term residents of St Kitts and Nevis can apply for citizenship by naturalization. This route to citizenship is the longest, as applicants must have permanent residency, have lived in St Kitts and Nevis for at least 14 consecutive years, and have resided in the Commonwealth country continuously for the 12 years prior to submitting their application.

Applicants must submit a form to the Ministry of National Security, including the registered addresses of anywhere the applicant has lived in the country. If you are acquiring citizenship, you will need to pay a fee of $5,320.

St Kitts and Nevis Dual Citizenship by Investment

st kitts and nevis real estate listingsIntroduced in 1984 under Part II, Section 3 (5) of the Citizenship Act, the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Program allows foreign nationals to get second citizenship by making an economic contribution to the county. Applicants must:

  • Be over 18 years old
  • Have a clean criminal record
  • Have good character
  • Not have been declared bankrupt within ten years of applying
  • Make a minimum investment

Qualifying investments include four investment options:

  • Donation to the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC): Requires a non-refundable contribution of $250,000 to the Sustainable Island State Contribution (federal consolidated fund).
  • Approved real estate shares investment: Require an acquisition of $325,00 worth of shares in an approved St Kitts and Nevis real estate development
  • Approved private home purchase: Requires a $600,000 purchase of an approved single-family private dwelling.
  • Approved Public Benefit Option contribution: The Public Benefit Option requires a non-refundable contribution of $250,000 to an Approved Public Benefit Project.

The St Kitts and Nevis real estate citizenship option requires investors to maintain their investment for five years for share acquisition and seven years for private home purchases.

Step-by-step St Kitts and Nevis dual citizenship by investment process

  1. Contact Authorized Agent: Contact an Authorized Agent to submit your citizenship application.
  2. Gather documents: Gather the required documentation and complete all citizenship forms.
  3. Submit your application: Your Authorized Agent will submit your citizenship application to the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU).
  4. Due diligence checks: An independent firm will carry out due diligence checks.
  5. Attend citizenship interview: The main applicant and dependents over 16 must attend a virtual interview.
  6. Receive Approval in Principle: Successful applicants will receive an approval letter from the CIU within four to six months.
  7. Make your investment: After receiving your approval letter, make the qualifying investment and pay the required fees.
  8. Receive citizen approval: You and your accompanying family members will be granted dual nationality by the CIU.
  9. Collect Certificate of Registration: The CIU will issue your Certificate of Registration, which you can collect in person or at a Consulate or Embassy.

Benefits of Getting St Kitts and Nevis Second Citizenship

  1. Short dual citizenship timeline: St Kitts and Nevis’s dual citizenship process takes four to six months.
  2. Second citizenship for family members: Dependent family members, including spouses, children, and parents, qualify for dual citizenship.
  3. Tax benefits: The St Kitts and Nevis tax regime does not impose personal income tax, wealth, inheritance, or capital gains taxes.
  4. No residency requirements: No residency is required to obtain St Kitts and Nevis second citizenship and there is no requirement to visit St Kitts during the application process.
  5. Purchase a home for dual citizenship: In addition to an approved real estate project, the St Kitts and Nevis citizenship program allows investors to purchase a private home as a qualifying real estate investment to get a St Kitts and Nevis passport.
  6. Visa free travel: St Kitts and Nevis passport holders can travel to 154 destinations without a visa, including EU Schengen states, the UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Russia, and Saudi Arabia.
  7. No in-person interviews: Applicants can apply for second citizenship remotely.
  8. Security of a Plan B: St Kitts and Nevis’s political neutrality and stable economy make it a solid Plan B citizenship destination.
  9. CARICOM and OECS citizenship: St Kitts and Nevis dual citizens become CARICOM and OECS citizens, opening investment opportunities and residency options in other Caribbean islands.
  10. Flexible asset verification: Potential applicants can use crypto assets for partial wealth verification or have a family member sponsor their application.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dual Citizenship in St Kitts and Nevis

Does St Kitts allow dual citizenship?

St Kitts and Nevis citizens can have dual or multiple citizenships as stated in Section 93 of the St Kitts and Nevis Constitution.

Can you have dual citizenship in the US and St Kitts?

Both the United States and St Kitts and Nevis allow dual citizenship, meaning individuals can become dual citizens of both countries.

How do I get St Kitts citizenship by descent?

To get dual citizenship by descent in St Kitts and Nevis, you must have at least one parent who was a St Kitts and Nevis citizen at the time of your birth.

Can St Kitts and Nevis dual citizenship be revoked?

The St Kitts and Nevis government may revoke the dual citizenship of St Kitts and Nevis nationals if it was obtained through fraud, misrepresentation, concealment, or after committing serious crimes such as treason or terrorism.