Q&A – Additional FAQs
What supporting documents are required along with application?
We highly recommend our clients to arrange the following important documents, before applying for citizenship program. Normally it takes 1-2 months to arrange for these documents in your home country. There are several other documents needed at a later stage, and we will assist you accordingly.
1. Police clearance certificate. If you have lived in any other country in the past 10 years, you have to obtain, “certificate of no criminal record” in all the countries you have lived in the past 10 years. If you are in US, you will need to obtain police clearance from county and FBI. Please note that, police certificates must be less than six months old at the time you lodge your citizenship application.
2. Two Original birth certificates per person.
3. Documents which are not in English, must be officially translated.
4. Medical certificate with HIV clearance (not older than 3 months)
5. Certified copy of Marriage certificate.
6. Two References from a Lawyer, Banker or Accountant (not older than 3 months)
All the above documents must be certified and authenticated by Apostille. For more information on apostille, please see www.apostilleinfo.com. We can help you with arranging your documents in our office, for a fee.
I have 2 children of 16 years of age and 18 years of age? Will the due diligence to be carried out?
Due diligence will be carried out ONLY for children with 16 years or above. Further children above 18 years of age, need to provide evidence of college enrolment.
Can i add spouse in the future?
Yes it is permitted. Additional costs $30,000 plus due diligence fee. See details
We are expecting a new baby and is it possible to get citizenship?
Yes, it is possible. It is subjected to additional fee.
How long does the application process take?
The application process may take as little as 90-120 days but may be delayed for cause. Applicants will be kept appraised of the status of their applications through their authorised person.
Is it possible to appeal against denials?
Yes, it is possible to appeal against denials but it is a long complicated legal process.
Is dual citizenship a problem when i acquire St kitts nationality?
St.Kitts does not report your citizenship to other countries. While most countries accept dual nationality, including St kitts, you should check this with your home country. These are some countries like China, India, UAE countries that does not allow dual or multiple citizenships.. Some countries require reporting of foreign citizenship. Please check with the lawyer
Where to get CIU application forms?
The application form for citizenship by investment can only be obtained through and submitted to the Citizenship by Investment Unit by an authorised agent or person.
Is there a minimum age requirement for an applicant?
The minimum age requirement for the main applicant is 18 years of age. Permitted dependents may be of any age.
What is the maximum amount of dependents allowed by a main applicant?
There is no numerical limit on the number of permitted dependents.
If I am no longer interested in becoming a citizen will my money be refunded?
First of all you have to pay the entire amount only if your application is approved by citizenship unit. If you decide to halt the process in the middle, initial payments anddue diligence fees and processing fees will not be refunded.
What is the minimum investment required if the real estate option is pursued?
The minimum real estate investment required is US$325,000.00 for each main applicant held for seven years .
Can an applicant remit fees directly to the Unit?
Yes. All applicants are required to pay processing, due diligence and Government fees directly to the Government.. Authorized will help with Wire transfers to the Government Citizenship Unit. You can pay by check or bank transfer.
Can two or more applicants apply for citizenship by investment together?
Yes. Two or more applicants may apply for citizenship together by purchasing one piece of real estate, provided each main applicant contributes the minimum investment of US$400,000.00.
What is a Police Certificate?
A police certificate refers to a statement from a national law enforcement authority on the status of a person’s criminal record. It is also referred to as “certificate of no criminal record or “police clearance record”
Who is required to produce a police certificate?
Each main applicant and all permitted dependents 16 years and older are required to produce a police certificate not older than 6 months where you have lived in countries for more than 6 months in the past 10 years.
Can I submit my application in a language other than English?
No. Applications that are not in English are not prescribed or accepted by the Citizenship by investment Unit.
Can I contact Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) directly?
The unit engages only with authorised persons. You can contact an authorised person with regards to questions pertaining to your application.
Where can i obtain Apostille?
You can see the authorities who issue apostille by country here: https://www.hcch.net/en/instruments/conventions/authorities1/?cid=41
Do you offer financing or loans?
We do not provide loans or financing option to clients. We do not promote any schemes undercutting the minimum required investment as required by government.
