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St. Kitts and Nevis, a small Caribbean nation, is known for its tropical climate, beautiful beaches, and a growing tourism industry. The economy is supported by tourism, agriculture, and financial services, with its Citizenship by Investment program attracting global investors.
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राष्ट्रगान
O Land of Beauty!
स्वतंत्रता दिवस
September 19, 1983
Haiko
Twin islands embrace / Sugar cane fields sway in breeze / Green vervet monkeys
Interesting Tradition
Celebrates Sugar Mas a month-long carnival celebrating the sugar cane harvest
Weirdest Local Superstition
Walking backwards brings bad luck
Strangest Law Still on the Books
Illegal to appear in public in swimwear (except at beach)
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Come for the shores, stay for the security: St. Kitts & Nevis offers Caribbean serenity with global mobility advantages. Life balances between morning beach walks and international business connections, while weekends explore volcanic peaks or sailing adventures. The original citizenship by investment program has established these islands as a premier destination for global citizens.
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Discover where tranquility isn't just a luxury, but a foundation for success. Here, island heritage meets global opportunity.
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Known for its sugar plantations and scenic railways where history and beauty ride together
St. Kitts & Nevis isn't just a country—it's a dual-island paradise of perfect proportions. Here, time moves with the gentle trade winds, and even a simple beach walk becomes a lesson in Caribbean history. This is a land where sugar cane past meets sustainable future.
From the imposing Brimstone Hill Fortress to the serene beaches of Nevis Peak's shadow, St. Kitts & Nevis offers tranquility for every island seeker. Whether you're drawn to the colonial architecture of Basseterre, the beach bars of Frigate Bay, or the plantation inns of Nevis, you'll find a nation that perfectly balances heritage with barefoot luxury.
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आंकड़े
Eat
goat water (spicy goat stew) - conch fritters (seafood fritters)
Drink
CSR (cane spirit rum) - soursop juice (tropical fruit drink)
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Beer
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Wine
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Coffee
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
Tea
Annual consumption (liters per capita)
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Representative Novel
Annie John by Jamaica Kincaid (Novel set in Antigua, representative of St. Kitts & Nevis and other small Caribbean nations)
National Animal
Vervet Monkey
National Pasttime
Cricket
राष्ट्रीय स्मारिका
Batik fabric
राष्ट्रीय डिश
Stewed saltfish
प्रसिद्ध त्यौहार
St. Kitts Music Festival
प्रसिद्ध नृत्य
Big Drum
प्रसिद्ध संगीत
Calypso
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This historic railway was originally built to transport sugarcane and now offers breathtaking views of the islands' natural beauty.
Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, was born in Charlestown, Nevis in 1755.
The islands are renowned for their unspoiled landscapes, including lush rainforests and pristine beaches, perfect for nature enthusiasts.
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April 2014
Discovery by Christopher Columbus
July 2014
British colonization begins
February 2015
Independence from Britain
March 2015
Becomes a sovereign nation
October 2016
Full sovereignty attained
MOBILITY
NO. OF Mobility Assets
MOBILITY
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MOBILITY
Visa Free Countries
138
Performance Class
Global Contender
पासपोर्ट ग्रेड
B
Rank
72
Score
130.2
This visa grants access to:
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
Healthcare
मध्य काल
35.3
years
Life Expectancy
77.1
years
Obesity Rate
32.40%
Tobacco Use
23.00%
Sources
Health Expenditure
6.16%
of GDP
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Hospital Beds
4.3
per 1000 people
Doctors
3
per 1000 people
Out-of-pocket
38.85%
of total expenditure
Sources
Healthcare
St. Kitts & Nevis offers a public healthcare system providing basic medical services to residents, funded through taxation.
Private healthcare is available in St. Kitts & Nevis for those seeking quicker access to treatments and more specialized care.
Expatriates in St. Kitts & Nevis can access the public healthcare system, though private insurance is often recommended for additional coverage.
St. Kitts & Nevis is a growing destination for medical tourism, offering affordable treatments, particularly in areas like dental care.
Pharmaceuticals are widely available in St. Kitts & Nevis, with many medications accessible over the counter at local pharmacies.
Healthcare
Healthcare
cost of living
Cost of Gasoline
$1.54
per liter
Cost of Meal
$22.20
(Inexpensive Restaurant)
Monthly Rent
$700.00
(1 bedroom, City Center)
Monthly Utilities
$100.00
(85m² Apartment)
Domestic Beer
$2.22
(0.5 liter draught)
वैट दर
17%
cost of living
cost of living
cost of living
कर लगाना
Before considering a move to St. Kitts & Nevis, it's important to know about its tax-friendly environment.+St. Kitts & Nevis has no personal income tax. Corporate tax applies to businesses, but there's no capital gains tax or inheritance tax. Social security contributions are required for employed persons. Property tax is applicable. There's no VAT, but a 17% Consumption Tax applies to most goods and services.+St. Kitts & Nevis does not have a double taxation treaty with the United States, but as there is no income tax, double taxation is generally not a concern.
Tax Residency Requirement
183 days
Worldwide Income Taxation
नहीं
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Higher Rates for Foreign Assets
नहीं
US Double Taxation Treaty
नहीं
व्यक्तिगत आय
Progressive tax rate based on income levels
Personal Capital Gains
Flat rate on investment gains
विरासत
Based on inherited amount and relationship
कॉर्पोरेट आय
Standard corporate tax rate applied to business profits
कॉर्पोरेट पूंजीगत लाभ
Tax rate applied to capital gains from corporate investments
लाभांश
Withholding tax rate applied to dividend distributions
दिलचस्पी
Withholding rate interest payment to non-residens
रॉयल्टी
Withholding tax rate for royalty payments
Work Assignment
Foreign individuals are considered tax residents after residing in St. Kitts & Nevis for 183 days or more in a calendar year
Overall Ranking
Global position in PWC’c Ease of Paying Taxes ranking
Ease of Paying Taxes Score
Overall score based on multiple factors
Total Tax and Cotribution Rate
TTCR percentage including all mandatory contributtions
Time to Comply
Annual hours required to comply with tax regulations
Number of Payments
Total number of tax payments required annually
Post-filing Index
Score measuring the ease of processes after filing taxes
taxation
taxation
CLIMATE
Average Temperature
27.47 °C
Humidity
78
%
Average Annual Precipitation
1,427
mm
Rainless Days per Year
284
Best Time to Travel
December-April
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