In a memo addressed to authorized agents, the Board of the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program reached out to accredited firms to clarify the reasons behind processing delays, the steps being taken to improve processing times, and their understanding of the pressures agents face while awaiting the results of their clients’ applications. The memo included the following:
“Extension of Processing Time: Important Update for Citizenship by Investment Applicants”
The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit acknowledges the delays experienced by our agents while awaiting the processing of their clients’ applications. We are also aware of the pressures they face in managing their clients’ expectations during the waiting period for final decisions.
We want to assure you that our team is working tirelessly to ensure that all applications are submitted to the Board for review as soon as possible. However, the speed of this process depends on external factors, including the receipt of security approvals from third-party agencies, without which we cannot complete the process.
We are continuously working with our partners to expedite the application review process, and we are confident that these efforts will lead to faster issuance of security clearances and citizenship certificates.
The Citizenship by Investment Board would like to express its gratitude for your continued investment in the Saint Lucia program and assures you that we are doing our utmost to process your applications as quickly as possible.
Sincerely,
Mc Claude Emmanuel
It is worth noting that the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit received a significantly higher number of applications in 2023 and 2024 than anticipated. Additionally, it has strengthened its security screening process and introduced a mandatory security interview in compliance with Schengen and U.S. requirements. These measures have led to unforeseen and urgent delays at all processing stages, with the current administration committed to improvements and enhancing efficiency to overcome these delays.
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If you would like to learn more about the Saint Lucia program and how it aligns with your needs, feel free to schedule a free consultation with one of our investment advisors.