St Kitts and Nevis temporary, annual and permanent residence
The Immigration Act sets out several classes of residents. Spouses and minor children of work permit holders can get temporary residence. Permanent residence is open to people who have lived in the Federation for at least seven years and own substantial assets, and to retirees with enough assets and means of support. The Minister decides each application.
Life in St. Kitts & Nevis
Money
3
Currency
East Caribbean Dollar
XCD
East Caribbean Dollar
Cost of living
79
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2023
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Who it’s for
Long-term residents with substantial assets, retirees with independent means, and family members of work permit holders.
Eligibility
Permanent residence - long residence
You need to have lived in St Kitts and Nevis for at least seven years and own substantial assets in the Federation.
- The Minister decides if assets are sufficient, on the advice of the Cabinet
- Legal basis: s.6(2)(a)
Official wording
Resident in St Kitts and Nevis for at least seven years and owning substantial assets in the Federation; the sufficiency of assets is decided by the Minister on the advice of the Cabinet (s.6(2)(a)).
Permanent residence - retirement
Persons who want to reside in retirement and have sufficient assets and means of support for themselves and their dependants (s.6(2)(b)).
Temporary residence
Spouses and minor children of work permit holders (s.6(4)).
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Next requirementAnnual residence
- Document checklistApplication form
- FeesApplication for permanent residence
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