Head to head
New Zealand vs St Kitts and Nevis
Three key differences
- Different status types: New Zealand grants long-term residence, St Kitts and Nevis grants citizenship — usually not the same decision.
- Indicative total: St Kitts and Nevis runs $2,744,000 below New Zealand.
- Upper timeline: St Kitts and Nevis is 6 months shorter than New Zealand.
Field
New Zealand
St Kitts and Nevis
Status type
Long-term residence
Citizenship
Min. investment
$3,000,000
$250,000
Government & due diligence
$4,000
$10,000
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$3,004,000
$260,000
Timeline
6–12 mo
4–6 mo
Residency
7 d/yr
30 d / 5 yrs
Visit required
Yes
No
Eligible family
spouse + children under 24
spouse + children under 25 + parents over 55
Dual citizenship
N/A
Yes
Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
None
None
● Numerically favourable on that line. A number, not a recommendation — no program wins every line.
Figures reflect prevailing industry terms, compiled 2026-08-11. Rules and fees change without notice; official announcements and a case-by-case assessment govern. Totals exclude the service fee, which runs $500–$8,000 by program.