A JEWEL OF HOSPITALITY AND SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
The Royal St. Kitts Beach Resort (St. Kitts Marriott) is more than a world-class destination; it is a model of sustainable tourism that delivers local employment and infrastructure benefits. As part of the Public Benefit Option, this resort showcases how tourism and community development go hand in hand.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
This initiative channels investment into essential infrastructure, vocational training, and sustainable development that benefits the broader St. Kitts community.
Examples include:
- A desalination plant that supplies WHO-standard potable water not only to the Marriott but also to residents and businesses in Frigate Bay
- A wastewater treatment facility that serves both the hotel and surrounding areas
- Vocational internship programmes in culinary arts, engineering, and hospitality
- Long-standing support for the St. Kitts Children’s Home and other community services.
KEY FOCUS AREAS
Culture
Infrastructure and Utilities
Sustainable Community Impact
FEATURES
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DESALINATION PLANT
Provides clean water to the hotel and Frigate Bay, with testing verified by independent labs.
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POWER BACKUP
Supports the national grid during times of strain.
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WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Manages both hotel and community waste responsibly.
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TRAINING FACILITIES
Internship programmes in partnership with local institutions.
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SOCIAL IMPACT PROJECTS
Long-term sponsorship and refurbishment of the St. Kitts Children’s Home.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
This project delivers:
- Hundreds of jobs sustained by Marriott operations
- Career-starting internships and vocational training
- Clean water access for hundreds of residents and businesses
- Environmental stewardship through energy and waste systems
- Investment incentives encouraging return visits and further engagement .
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
STEP 01
Selection of Approved Public Benefit Project:
Applicants select a project to invest in from the list of eligible approved projects. Applications cannot be submitted directly to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU).
STEP 02
Submit Application & Eligibility Verification:
Complete all necessary forms and provide supporting documents through your chosen Authorised Agent.
STEP 03
Application Processing & Due Diligence:
The Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) will process your application. A comprehensive due diligence check and interviews will be undertaken by an independent approved due diligence firm. This is to ensure the application meets the required standards.
STEP 04
Approval-in-principle:
Upon successful completion, you will receive an approval-in-principle letter.
STEP 05
Investment Contribution:
Make your investment once the approval-in-principle letter is issued.
STEP 06
Certificate of Citizenship Issuance:
After successful completion of all steps, the Government grants citizenship to the main applicant and eligible dependants. You will then obtain your Certificate of Registration (COR) of Citizenship and enjoy the benefits of being a citizen of St. Kitts and Nevis.
OVERSIGHT AND ACCOUNTABILITY
The resort is operated under Government oversight with regular monitoring by the CIU.
Transparency is ensured through:
- Compliance audits and certification programmes
- Reporting on environmental and social impacts
- Public updates on community contributions.
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