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About buying property in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis is a two-island federation in the northern Leeward Islands, about 261 square kilometres in total. St Kitts holds the capital Basseterre and the resort-led South East Peninsula, while smaller Nevis, across a narrow channel, is known for its plantation inns and quieter pace.
Foreign buyers need an Alien Land Holding Licence, and its fee is the main extra cost: 10% of the purchase price or assessed value, whichever is higher. A licence commonly takes around three months. On the other side of the ledger, the federation levies no personal income tax, no capital gains tax and no inheritance or gift tax, and residential property tax in St Kitts is 0.20%.
Saint Kitts and Nevis runs the oldest and highest-priced citizenship programme in the region. The Sustainable Island State Contribution starts at US$250,000, approved development real estate at US$325,000, and a private single-family home route at US$600,000. The Eastern Caribbean dollar is fixed at EC$2.70 per US$, and Robert L. Bradshaw International on St Kitts is the main gateway.
Saint Kitts and Nevis market snapshot
| Measure | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Live Antillia listings | … | Antillia approved listings |
| CBI donation minimum | US$250,000 (SISC) | Next Generation Equity — St Kitts CBI |
| CBI approved real estate | US$325,000 | St Kitts & Nevis CIU |
| CBI private home | US$600,000 | St Kitts & Nevis CIU |
| Residential property tax | 0.20% (St Kitts) | SKN Inland Revenue |
| Stay-over arrivals | Full-year figure not yet sourced | Not yet sourced |
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How to buy property in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Step 1: Engage a local attorney
Your attorney handles the licence and title.
Step 2: Apply for the Alien Land Holding Licence
Fee is 10% of price or assessed value; about three months.
Step 3: Title search and due diligence
Confirm title, survey and any development covenants.
Step 4: Deposit and escrow
The deposit is held in escrow pending the licence.
Step 5: Closing
Pay the licence fee and transfer charges, then register the transfer.
Typical buyer costs
| Alien land holding licence | 10% of price or assessed value |
|---|---|
| Capital gains / inheritance tax | None |
| Residential property tax | 0.20% (St Kitts) |
Planning figures only. Confirm current rates with a local attorney before you commit.
Saint Kitts and Nevis property FAQ
Can foreigners buy property in St Kitts and Nevis?
Yes, with an Alien Land Holding Licence, typically around three months.
What is the stamp duty for non-citizens in St Kitts?
The main extra cost is the licence fee of 10% of the price or assessed value.
Does St Kitts and Nevis offer citizenship by investment?
Yes. Contributions start at US$250,000; approved real estate at US$325,000.
What is the average property price in St Kitts and Nevis?
No official index is published; Antillia will show asking prices as listings are approved.
How long does it take to buy property in St Kitts?
About three months for the licence, plus conveyancing.