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New Multi-Million Cruise Pier Opens at Port Zante in St Kitts and Nevis, Partly Funded by Its Citizenship by Investment Programme
St Kitts and Nevis is on its way to becoming the regional destination cruise passengers choose to spend most money in, according to FCCA. Michele Paige , FCCA president, estimates that this could happen within three years.
St Kitts and Nevis' Tourism Minister, Lindsey Grant , commented during FCCA's visit: "Our meetings ensure that we understand the needs of the cruise lines and their passengers, receive feedback on our service standards and guest experience and provide insight into cruise industry trends such as new ships and itineraries for upcoming seasons, all of which will help us to remain competitive as a premier cruise destination moving forward."
Complementing St Kitts and Nevis' higher-end positioning is the initiative to raise foreign direct investment via the islands' successful CBI Programme, considered the 'Platinum Standard' of economic citizenship. Established in 1884, the legislated programme allows certain individuals and families from around the world to obtain citizenship from St Kitts and Nevis in return for an investment. Though applicants are not required to have had a previous connection with the islands or take language or culture examinations, they do, however, need to pass all due diligence checks before being considered.
As of last year, the most affordable and direct route to St Kitts and Nevis' citizenship via CBI is the Sustainable Growth Fund, created by Prime Minister Timothy Harris . It requires at least US$150,000 and, with the optional Accelerated Application Process (AAP), eligible applicants can obtain citizenship within 60 days.
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