What is private real estate investment?

^{The Private Real Estate Investment option allows investors to purchase either:}

• ^{Condominium unit or share in designated real estate developments for a minimum investment of US$325,000.}
• ^{Single-family private homes designated as Approved Private Real Estate for a minimum investment of US$600,000.}
• ^{A property purchased under the Private Real Estate Sale Investment Option shall not be resold for a period of at least seven (7) years.}
• ^{For sales prior to the seven (7) year holding period, the private real estate does not qualify for purchase in a subsequent CBI application, unless the Federal Cabinet is satisfied that substantial further investment was injected into the real estate unit by way of further construction, renovation or otherwise.} 

Why choose the Private Real Estate Investment Option?

• ^{Exclusive properties offering privacy and luxury}
• ^{Secure a valuable asset in a growing market}
• ^{Flexibility in property type: condominiums or single-family homes}
• ^{Contribute to sustainable national development}
• ^{Gain lifelong citizenship with inheritance rights}

Private Real Estate Investment

^{The Private Real Estate Investment Option offers a unique pathway to citizenship for discerning investors. Secure an exclusive property and enjoy the benefits of living or investing in St. Kitts and Nevis, a destination known for its stability, sustainability, and luxury real estate opportunities.}

What is private real estate investment?

^{The Private Real Estate Investment option allows investors to purchase either:}

• ^{Condominium unit or share in designated real estate developments for a minimum investment of US$325,000.}
• ^{Single-family private homes designated as Approved Private Real Estate for a minimum investment of US$600,000.}
• ^{A property purchased under the Private Real Estate Sale Investment Option shall not be resold for a period of at least seven (7) years.}
• ^{For sales prior to the seven (7) year holding period, the private real estate does not qualify for purchase in a subsequent CBI application, unless the Federal Cabinet is satisfied that substantial further investment was injected into the real estate unit by way of further construction, renovation or otherwise.} 

Why choose the Private Real Estate Investment Option?

• ^{Exclusive properties offering privacy and luxury}
• ^{Secure a valuable asset in a growing market}
• ^{Flexibility in property type: condominiums or single-family homes}
• ^{Contribute to sustainable national development}
• ^{Gain lifelong citizenship with inheritance rights}

Minimum investment requirements

^{Investors can choose between two options under the Private Real Estate Investment Option:}

• ^{The minimum investment in a condominium unit or share in a real estate development designated as Approved Private Real Estate is US$325,000.}
• ^{The minimum investment in a single-family private dwelling home designated as Approved Private Real Estate is US$600,000.}

^{Due diligence fees (for both options):}

• ^{Main applicant: US$10,000}
• ^{Dependents aged 16 or over: US$7,500}

^{On approval-in-principle of an application made through approved private real estate investment, the following post-approval application fees apply:}

• ^{Main applicant: US$25,000}
• ^{Spouse of the main applicant: US$15,000}
• ^{Any qualified dependent under 18: US$10,000}
• ^{Any qualified dependent aged 18 or over: US$15,000}

^{Each main applicant is required to attend an interview conducted by an independent professional firm commissioned by the Unit or by officials of the Unit either virtually, in person in St. Kitts and Nevis or in person at such other location approved by the Board of Governors.}

^{Dependents aged 16 or over may if deemed necessary also be required to attend an interview.}