ST. KITTS AND NEVIS PASSES LANDMARK SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT BILL
In a decisive move to align national development with long-term environmental and economic sustainability, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has passed the Special Sustainability Zone Authorisation Bill, 2025 – a bold legislative step toward creating a modern, resilient island economy. Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew described the Bill as “a practical […]
WHY GLOBAL CITIZENS CHOOSE ST. KITTS AND NEVIS FOR ALTERNATIVE CITIZENSHIP
As global uncertainty grows, more people and families are seeking alternative citizenship. They want better mobility, stability, and opportunities. St. Kitts and Nevis has become a popular choice. It offers a reliable, easy, and smart solution through the world’s most premier Citizenship by Investment Programme. WHAT IS ALTERNATIVE CITIZENSHIP? Alternative citizenship, also known as second […]
The New Era of Citizenship by Investment: Towards a Framework of Meaningful Engagement
As Featured on Gulf News The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) member countries offering Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes are undergoing a coordinated policy transformation. This shift, formalised through the forthcoming adoption of regionally harmonised CBI regulations, represents a collective effort to enhance the credibility, sustainability, and geopolitical legitimacy of investment migration frameworks across […]
CIU HOSTS FIRST-EVER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR FOR AUTHORISED AGENTS
On 18 June 2025, the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) of St. Kitts and Nevis held its inaugural Professional Development Seminar, welcoming both local Authorised Agents and International Marketing Agents for a day of in-person training and collaboration. Held with the aim of training partners in ‘Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences’, the seminar marked a new […]
ST. KITTS AND NEVIS CITIZENSHIP OPTIONS FOR AFRICAN INVESTORS
Across Africa, a growing number of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), entrepreneurs, and professionals are seeking the freedom and security that come with alternative citizenship. Political instability, limited travel, and the desire to access global markets are among the top motivators driving this trend. St. Kitts and Nevis has emerged as a trusted and highly respected destination […]
CIU Explores Measured Review of Residency Requirement Within CBI Programme Framework
Amid shifting geopolitical dynamics and increased international scrutiny of investor immigration programmes—particularly those operating in the Caribbean—the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) of St. Kitts and Nevis confirms it is carefully evaluating the potential introduction of a physical presence requirement as part of its Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme. This measured exploration forms part of […]
ST. KITTS AND NEVIS STRENGTHENS BORDER SECURITY WITH PASSAGE OF ETA AMENDMENT BILL
The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has taken a significant step toward modernising its border management system with the passage of the Advance Passenger Information and Passenger Name (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The landmark legislation supports the launch of the Federation’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) system, set to go live in June 2025. READ MORE: […]
PRESS RELEASE: St. Kitts and Nevis CIU Facilitated Refunds for Russian and Belarusian Applicants Who Provided Banking Details
The Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) wishes to address recent claims concerning the refund process for applicants from the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus whose Citizenship by Investment applications were not approved following the geopolitical developments. In March 2022, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, in response to escalating international tensions, suspended […]
St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit Honoured with Two Awards at Caribbean Investment Summit 2025
The Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) of St. Kitts and Nevis received two major awards at the 7th annual Caribbean Investment Summit (CIS) 2025, held in Antigua and Barbuda from 22 to 26 April 2025. The CIU was recognised with the Efficiency in Processing Time Award and the Heritage Excellence Award, affirming the Unit’s historic […]
PRESS RELEASE: ST. KITTS AND NEVIS CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT UNIT LAUNCHED “SATURN” – A NEW DIGITAL PLATFORM
The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) has announced the official launch of Saturn, a new digital platform that will transform the way citizenship applications are processed. Applicants, agents, and other authorised stakeholders will benefit from live, monitoring of application statuses — offering an unprecedented level of transparency within the industry. The new software […]