How Astons Helped a Bahraini Couple Obtain Saint Lucia Citizenship in Just 6 Months

Faisal and Amira are a couple from Bahrain. Faisal co-owns a family logistics holding with branches in the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, while Amira runs a boutique perfume store in Manama. Because their business involves international shipments and frequent visits to Europe, they travel there regularly.

A year ago, they decided they no longer wanted to spend time and effort on visa applications and turned to Astons.

During the first consultation, Faisal and Amira made it clear they wanted a passport that would provide global mobility, including visa-free entry to EU countries.

We recommended the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment program. The Caribbean passport ranks 30th in global passport strength, granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 146 countries.

Citizenship can be obtained remotely via three investment options:

• Non-refundable contribution to the government fund: $240,000
• Purchase of government bonds: $300,000 minimum for 5 years
• Purchase of government-approved real estate: $300,000+ with a minimum 5-year holding period

The couple chose real estate for capital preservation and growth, acquiring a $340,000 share in a government-approved resort. Astons handled the entire process, from legal due diligence to document submission. Thanks to established cooperation with Saint Lucia authorities, the process took just over six months and was stress-free.

1. Consultation: Discuss goals, opportunities, and options for investment citizenship; receive a personalized document checklist.
2. Choosing an Option: The couple selected real estate investment, requiring ownership for at least 5 years.
3. Document Preparation: Astons’ lawyers provided a step-by-step plan, reviewed all documents for compliance.
4. Application Submission: Documents submitted to the government via a licensed local agent.
5. Due Diligence: Government conducted background checks and issued approval.
6. Investment Transfer: Property purchase finalised and funds transferred.
7. Passport Issuance: Certificates of naturalisation and passports delivered; no visit to the island required.

• Property purchase: $300,000
• Mandatory government fee: $45,000
• Due diligence: $13,000
• Application processing: $3,000
• Bank fee: $1,000
• Passport fee: $600
• Additional: insurance, notary, translations, Astons services (custom)

Total investment: $362,600 (excluding extra costs)

Faisal and Amira received their second passport in 6.5 months, remotely and without relocation or bureaucracy. They now travel freely while retaining Bahraini citizenship.

The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program is one of the most flexible and affordable in the world. A passport can be obtained in as little as six months, with no residency, visit, or language requirements.

Key Benefits:

• Visa-free access to over 140 countries, including the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong
• Attractive tax regime: no taxes on global income, inheritance, dividends, or capital gains
• Dual citizenship allowed — no need to renounce your current nationality
• Family inclusion: spouse, children up to 30, parents aged 55+, and unmarried siblings
• Simplified citizenship for newborn children
• Investment options from $240,000, with refundable real estate options starting from $300,000
• Fully remote process — no visit to Saint Lucia required; passports are delivered by courier

Astons experts guide clients through every stage — from the initial consultation to passport delivery. Thanks to our experience, international team, and deep understanding of legal nuances, the process is transparent, fast, and secure.
Book a consultation with Astons and elevate your level of global freedom.