The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) and the Ministry of National Security has provided a notice to authorized agents regarding policies for the processing of “additions” of dependants (spouse, children) of Citizenship by Investment. All applications for addition of dependants for citizens by investment must, first, be submitted to the CIU.
Key Takeaways
- Spouse (legally married) and children permitted (additional fees apply)
- Siblings, parents and grandparents do not qualify for dependent addition
- Spouse who place of birth is Iraq, Iran and Russia, Belarus, North Korea or Afghanistan do not qualify.
Processing Costs
| Dependent Type | Eligibility / Condition | Due Diligence Fee (USD) | Application Fee (USD) | Government Fee (USD) | Processing Time | Notes / Restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spouse (Before Citizenship) | Main applicant and spouse undergo due diligence before citizenship | 7,500 × 2 = 15,000 | 250 × 2 = 500 | 30,000 | ~3 months | Spouse cannot be born in Iraq, Iran, Russia, Belarus, North Korea, or Afghanistan |
| Spouse (After Citizenship) | Post-addition of spouse after citizenship granted | 7,500 × 2 = 15,000 | 250 × 2 = 500 | 30,000 | ~3 months | Same country-of-birth restrictions apply |
| Child born before CBI | Child born before parent became SKN citizen | Main applicant & child (≥15.5 yrs): 7,500 each; Child (<15.5 yrs): only applicant 7,500 | 250 each | 30,000 | ~3 months | Applicable to all biological/adopted children |
| Child born after CBI application but before Certificate of Registration | Child born during processing stage | None (unless app >1 year old → applicant 7,500) | 250 (child only) | 10,000 | ~3 months | No due diligence unless delayed >1 year |
| Child born after parent became citizen (under 3 yrs) | Child born post-citizenship, under 3 years old | Main applicant: 7,500 | 250 each | 7,500 | ~3 months | – |
| Child born after parent became citizen (3+ yrs) | Child ≥15.5 yrs: Both applicant & child: 7,500 each Child <15.5 yrs: Applicant only: 7,500 | See left | 250 each | 7,500 | ~3 months | – |
| Parents / Siblings | Not eligible | – | – | – | – | Cannot be added as dependants |
Supporting Documents
Dependent Addition
- Official signed correspondence from the main applicant requesting the application be opened to add the dependant.
- An affidavit of financial support (If dependant is 18+ years of age).
- Six (6) passport photos (at least one must be certified).
- Completed C1 application Form.
- Completed C2 application Form.
- Completed C3 application Form.
- HIV Test Results (must be dated within 3 months of the date of submission for all applicants 12+
years of age) - Police Certificate(s) (must be dated within 6 months of the date of submission).
- Certified Birth Certificate.
- Deed Poll or jurisdictional equivalent (if applicable).
- Certified National ID(s) (must be valid for up to 6 months after the date of submission).
- Certified copies of current passport(s) (must be valid for up to 6 months after the date of submission).
- Certified Marriage Certificate (if the application is for a spouse).
- Certified divorce certificate (previous marriage if applicable).
- Proof of Address (should be dated within 6 months of the date of submission).
- Due diligence fee in the amount of USD$7,500 and application fee of $250 are payable upon submission of application, for the citizen as well as for each dependant that is 15.5 or more years of age.
For the Main Applicant / Citizens by investment:
- Completed C1 Application Form
- Certified copies of current foreign passport(s)
- 12 months Bank statements (demonstrating their ability to make the government fee contribution
on behalf of the addition) (must be dated within 6 months of the date of submission) - Proof of Address (must be dated for 6 months within the date of submission)
- Employment Letter and/or Business License or Incorporation Documents
- Follow up due diligence fee in the amount of USD$7,500 and application fee of $250 are payable upon submission of application.
