Citizenship by Investment Programme in Saint Kitts and Nevis: Enhancing Integrity and Reputation

Introduction

Basseterre, Saint Kitts – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) have taken decisive actions to preserve the integrity and international reputation of the Federation’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme.

Background and Investigation

Following a comprehensive investigation by the Ministry of National Security, Immigration, and Citizenship, the Government has issued the Saint Christopher and Nevis Citizenship (Deprivation of Citizenship) Order, 2025. This Order has resulted in the revocation of citizenship from 13 individuals and their dependents who were found to have failed to pay the statutory minimum investment required under the CBI Programme, despite having indicated otherwise in their applications.

Key Findings

The investigation stemmed from a review of 158 redacted applications and contracts with 2 International Marketing Agents linked to suspicious practices. The Ministry contacted 158 identified individuals. Of these:

32 individuals paid their outstanding investment balance,
13 admitted to non-payment of the required sums and took no corrective action,
1 individual requested a hearing before a Commission of Inquiry, and
the remaining individuals are in dialogue with the Ministry to settle outstanding investment balances.

Actions Taken

After careful consideration, exercising powers under Sections 8 and 10 of the Citizenship Act to issue deprivation orders in March 2025, the Ministry issued the Saint Christopher and Nevis Citizenship (Deprivation of Citizenship) Order, 2025 on the basis of false representation and willful concealment of material facts, and in the interest of the public good.

In tandem with these efforts, the CIU has permanently blacklisted 2 International Marketing Agents – Latitude Consultancy and RIF Trust – for their role in marketing the CBI Programme at investment amounts below the statutory minimum and misleading clients, clear violations of the laws governing the programme.

Additionally, the Government has terminated its investment agreement with MSR Media SKN Ltd and MSR Hotels & Co. Ltd, following multiple breaches of their contractual obligations.

Conclusion

The Government reiterates its zero-tolerance policy toward abuse of the CBI Programme and remains resolute in enforcing its regulations to ensure that only credible, compliant investors benefit from citizenship of Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the Citizenship by Investment Programme in Saint Kitts and Nevis?

A: The Citizenship by Investment Programme is a program that allows individuals to obtain citizenship of Saint Kitts and Nevis in exchange for a minimum investment in the country.

Q: What actions has the Government taken to preserve the integrity of the CBI Programme?

A: The Government has issued the Saint Christopher and Nevis Citizenship (Deprivation of Citizenship) Order, 2025, revoked citizenship from 13 individuals, blacklisted 2 International Marketing Agents, and terminated its investment agreement with MSR Media SKN Ltd and MSR Hotels & Co. Ltd.

Q: What is the Government’s policy toward abuse of the CBI Programme?

A: The Government has a zero-tolerance policy toward abuse of the CBI Programme and is committed to enforcing its regulations to ensure that only credible, compliant investors benefit from citizenship of Saint Kitts and Nevis.