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St Kitts may be known for its exotic black sand beaches, and Nevis for its bountiful coral reefs, but what the twin-island nation is less known for is its passport. However, the St Kitts and Nevis passport is quite a valuable travel document, ranking an impressive 53rd on the Global Passport Index and paving the way for unrestricted access to 153 countries worldwide, according to the latest visa date in April 2024. In this article, we explore in detail the St Kitts and Nevis passport visa free countries list, as well as the other visa options available and how non-nationals can get their hands on this coveted passport.
Countries Allowing Visa Free Entry for St Kitts and Nevis Passport Holders
The table below lists the countries that allow visa free entry to Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens:
Albania
Greece
Panama
Andorra
Guatemala
Peru
Angola
Guyana
Philippines
Argentina
Haiti
Poland
Austria
Honduras
Portugal
Bahamas
Hong Kong
Romania
Bangladesh
Hungary
Russia
Barbados
Iceland
Rwanda
Belarus
Ireland
San Marino
Belgium
Israel
Serbia
Belize
Italy
Singapore
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Jamaica
Slovakia
Botswana
Kiribati
Slovenia
Brazil Kosovo
Spain
Bulgaria
Latvia
Suriname
Chile
Lesotho
Sweden
Colombia
Liechtenstein
Switzerland
Costa Rica
Lithuania
Taiwan
Croatia
Luxembourg
Tanzania
Cuba
Malawi
Trinidad and Tobago
Cyprus
Malaysia
Tunisia
Czech Republic
Malta
Turkey
Denmark
Mauritius
Ukraine
Dominican Republic
Micronesia
United Kingdom
Ecuador
Moldova
Uruguay
El Salvador
Monaco
Uzbekistan
Estonia
Montenegro
Vanuatu
Fiji
Netherlands
Vatican
Finland
Nicaragua
Venezuela
France
North Macedonia
Zambia
Gambia
Norway
Zimbabwe
Germany
Palestine
Countries that require an eVisa for St Kitts and Nevis Passport Holders
The table below lists the countries that allow Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens entry with an eVisa:
Armenia
Ethiopia
Pakistan
Australia
Gabon
Papua New Guinea
Bahrain
Georgia
Sao Tome and Principe
Benin
Guinea
Saudi Arabia
Bhutan
India
South Sudan
Burkina Faso
Iran
Tajikistan
Cameroon
Kazakhstan
Thailand
DR Congo
Kyrgyzstan
Uganda
Ivory Coast
Mongolia
Vietnam
Djibouti
Nigeria
Equatorial Guinea
Oman
Countries that Require an eTA for St Kitts and Nevis Passport Holders
The table below lists the countries that allow citizens of St Kitts and Nevis entry with electronic travel authorization (eTA):
 Kenya |
 Seychelles |
 South Korea |
 Sri Lanka |
Countries Allow Citizens of St Kitts and Nevis Entry without a Passport
The table below lists the countries that allow Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens to enter with only an ID card:
 Antigua and Barbuda |
 Dominica |
 Grenada |
 Saint Lucia |
 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
Countries with Visa on Arrival Access for St Kitts and Nevis Passport Holders
The table below lists the countries that allow visa on arrival access to Saint Kitts passport holders:
Bolivia
Lebanon
Senegal
Burundi
Macao
Sierra Leone
Cambodia
Madagascar
Solomon Islands
Cabo Verde
Maldives
Somalia
Comoros
Mauritania
Timor-Leste
Ghana
Mozambique
Togo
Guinea-Bissau
Nepal
Tonga
Jordan
Palau
Tuvalu
Lao
Samoa
Countries with Visa Requirements for St Kitts and Nevis Passport Holders
The following countries require St Kitts and Nevis passport holders to apply for a visa before traveling. The applicant must submit to an in-person interview at the nearest embassy or consulate:
Afghanistan
Iraq Niger
Algeria
Japan
North Korea
Azerbaijan
Kuwait
Paraguay
Brunei
Liberia
Qatar
Canada
Libya
South Africa
Central African Republic
Mali
Sudan
Chad
Marshall Islands
Syria
China
Mexico
Turkmenistan
Congo
Morocco
United Arab Emirates
Egypt
Myanmar
United States
Eritrea
Namibia
Yemen
Swaziland
Nauru
Indonesia
New Zealand
Other requirements for citizens of Saint Kitts and Nevis
- The cost to obtain a regular valid visa for entry varies depending on the country and visa type. Some jurisdictions may require St Kitts and Nevis tourists to submit additional documents or fees, such as an invitation letter or a health certificate.
- The qualifying criteria to obtain a Canadian visa or another visa in a visa required country often state that Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders must have a certain amount of validity on their passport, a minimum amount of savings, and ties to the country, such as a stable job or rental property.
It’s worth noting that the complete list of visa requirements for countries in the above list are subject to change, and it’s crucial to check the latest travel advisories before planning your trip.
Overview of the St Kitts and Nevis Passport
As mentioned above, the St Kitts and Nevis passport ranks quite well. The rank is heavily based on the criteria of enhanced mobility, as this is a key advantage of this passport. Established foreign affairs and visa agreements facilitates visa free travel for Saint Kitts and Nevis citizen to 153 countries.
Of that list, many are completely visa free while others require a visa application upon arrival at the port of entry. Others require a basic online prescreening before travel for the issue of an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).
Other countries provide an online visa application for which documents and payment are required, and approval is granted before travel. Finally, there is a group of countries for which a traditional, in-person visa application and interview are required at the nearest embassy or consulate.
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A Closer Look at Saint Kitts and Nevis Passport Visa Free Countries
Visa free travel to Europe
St Kitts and Nevis nationals can travel visa free to Schengen states for 90 days within a 180 day period, including territories of Schengen countries like the Faroe Islands and San Marino. As a former British colony, the country’s global mobility includes visa free access to the Great Britain for up to 180 days.
Visa free travel to Asia
The St Kitts and Nevis government has improved foreign affairs with Asian countries. Asian St Kitts passport visa free countries for a Saint Kitts and Nevis citizen include Singapore for up to 30 days, Hong Kong for up to 90, and South Korea for up to 90 days.
Passport free travel in the Caribbean
Several Caribbean nations and members of CARICOM, including the British Virgin Islands, Antigua and Barbuda, Turks and Caicos Islands, the Cayman Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and territories in the French West Indies, have implemented visa free policies for Caribbean passport holders from St Kitts, simplifying ease of travel within the region.
A regional agreement between the St Kitts and Nevis government and five Caribbean countries also allows citizens entry with their national ID cards. These countries are:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Dominica
- Grenada
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
Obtaining a St Kitts and Nevis Passport
Foreign nationals interested in gaining the benefits of a St Kitts and Nevis passport are encouraged to explore the option of citizenship by investment (CBI). St Kitts and Nevis is one of the top places to retire in the Caribbean due to pioneering the global investor citizenship industry, having been the first country in the world to introduce the concept of investment in exchange for citizenship and a passport in 1984 through its federal parliamentary democracy.
St Kitts and Nevis passport by investment
The St Kitts and Nevis dual citizenship program gives potential investors three investment opportunities to choose from:
- The Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC), a government fund to which the minimum contribution is $250,000
- Real estate investment shares of at least $400,000, purchase of a condo worth $400,000, or purchasing a private property worth $800,000 or more
- The Public Benefit Option (PBO), a minimum $250,000 investment in a project for the public benefit that has been approved by the government
Who's eligible?
Before applying for citizenship by investment, candidates must fulfill requirements set out by the St Kitts and Nevis CBI Unit. The main applicant must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Hold an eligible nationality
- Be in good health
- Have a clean criminal record
- Demonstrate good character
- Pass a background check
- Not have been previously denied citizenship of any country
The main applicant may include eligible family members in their application:
- Spouse
- Children under 18
- Dependent children 18 to 25 who attend school full-time
- Children over 18 who are mentally or physically challenged
- Dependent parents aged 65 or over
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Additional St Kitts and Nevis Passport Benefits
The travel benefits of dual citizenship and a St Kitts and Nevis passport are undeniable and significant, as we have shown above. However, there are other advantages of owning this passport that make the passport by investment route even more appealing. They include:
Asset diversification
The CBI program gives you the opportunity to diversify your asset portfolio into the St Kitts and Nevis real estate market and/or the flourishing tourism industry. Additionally, as a citizen, you also have the right to invest in or create new businesses.
Tax breaks
St Kitts and Nevis is a tax haven, offering several tax advantages. Personal income tax was abolished in 1980, so neither locally earned nor foreign income is taxed, regardless of whether you are a tax resident. Furthermore, there is no capital gains tax or inheritance tax.
Great place to call home
Whether you are looking for a stable Plan B for yourself and your family, or simply planning to retire to somewhere warm and peaceful, St Kitts and Nevis checks all the boxes. A bonus is the ability to live in any of the member states of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), which include Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia, Montserrat, and St Vincent and the Grenadines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
As of July 2024, St Kitts and Nevis passport holders can visit 153 countries without obtaining a visa beforehand. These include many European, Caribbean, and some Asian and South American countries. These include the United Kingdom, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, and Saudi Arabia.
Through active engagement in foreign affairs, St Kitts and Nevis passport holders generally have visa free access to Schengen Area countries which are part of the European Union.
Visa free access allows for tourism, business visits, and short stays. However, for activities like work or long-term study, a valid visa or permit for residency may be required.
Saint Kitts passport holders do not have visa free or visa on arrival access to the United Arab Emirates. A Saint Kitts and Nevis citizen must obtain a visa to enter Dubai or any of emirate of the UAE.