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Migrating to St Lucia

Upon entering the country, a visitor is given a maximum of 6 weeks to remain on island. Prior to the expiration of this deadline and/or in the event the visitor plans to stay longer, a further extension may be granted after an application is made to the Immigration Department. The extension granted will be discretionary, […]

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Land Development Permit in St Lucia

An investor, who is desirous of developing land, must apply for permission from the Planning Department of the Ministry of Physical Development, Housing and Urban Renewal. The application must be made in triplicate and should be accompanied by maps and plans. Failure by the authorities to give a decision for development approval within ninety (90) […]

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Buying Property in St Lucia

Steps in Buying Land The Purchaser 1. Obtains a Letter of Offer from the vendor [the person wishing to sell the land] 2. Obtain a copy land register to ensure: • That the vendor has absolute title to the land. • That the amount of land, which is being offered, corresponds with the official records. […]

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Alien’s Landholding License in St Lucia

All non-nationals are required to obtain an Aliens Landholding License, in order to purchase property in St Lucia. The license is obtained from the Ministry of Physical Development, Housing and Urban Renewal, and must be registered by a local solicitor. 1. The Applicant’s lawyer writes to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Physical Development […]

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CIP St Lucia Chairman

St Lucia Citizenship by Investment Board Members

The members of the Board are appointed by the Cabinet of Ministers pursuant to Section 5 of the Citizenship by Investment Act, No. 14 of 2015. The members are : Dr. Ernest Hilaire – Chairman Dr. Ernest Hilaire served as Saint Lucia’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and is accredited to international organisations headquartered in […]

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