St. Kitts and Nevis passport renewal fees are unchanged in 2026: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen and EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary adult passport. Every CBI citizen must also complete biometric enrolment by 31 July 2027, at USD 2,500 for the main adult, USD 2,000 for a second adult and USD 1,300 per child under 16, all-inclusive of the new biometric passport and 10% lower for enrolments booked and completed by 31 December 2026.
- The biometric enrolment fee is the operative 2026 to 2027 cost: USD 2,500 for the first adult (16+), USD 2,000 for a second adult in the same family, and USD 1,300 per child under 16, set per person by the CIU and all-inclusive of the enrolment and the new biometric passport.
- A 10% reduction applies until 31 December 2026: enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026 cost USD 2,250, USD 1,800 and USD 1,170 respectively; it is not retroactive, and standard fees resume on 1 January 2027.
- Enrolment is mandatory for every citizen by investment: every citizen who obtained citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, including all dependants and children, must complete biometric enrolment before 31 July 2027, even if the passport is not yet due for renewal; enrolment is booked through a mandatory Authorised Agent on the official Government Biometric Enrolment Platform.
- Family tiering reduces the per-person cost: a second adult and each child cost less than the first adult — a family of two adults and two children totals USD 7,100 in biometric fees (USD 6,390 with the 10% reduction), including each member's new biometric passport.
- Ancillary costs are separate: budget for courier (about USD 85 to 200) and apostille or notarisation (about USD 50 to 150) where a name change or certified document is required; your Authorised Agent's professional fee is additional.
- Do not double-count: the government renewal fee is unchanged (USD 1,055 for CBI holders) and the standard renewal process continues alongside the programme, but it is not charged on top of the biometric fee for the new biometric passport the enrolment fee already covers. Mirabello Consultancy confirms exact current rates before you pay.
How much does St Kitts passport renewal cost in 2026?
St. Kitts and Nevis government passport renewal fees are unchanged in 2026: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen, and EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary adult passport. The defining cost of 2026 and 2027 is the mandatory CIU biometric enrolment fee: USD 2,500 for the first adult (16+), USD 2,000 for a second adult, and USD 1,300 per child under 16. This single fee is all-inclusive, covering both the biometric enrolment and the new biometric passport, so no separate renewal charge is added for that passport.
Because biometric enrolment is mandatory for every citizen by investment before the 31 July 2027 deadline, this fee is the cost every St. Kitts and Nevis citizen by investment will meet. Your family tiering is the main variable: the second adult and each child cost less than the first adult. The fees below are official and fixed per person by the CIU; Mirabello Consultancy confirms the precise amounts for your case before you commit a non-refundable payment.
| Enrolee | Biometric enrolment fee (USD) | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| First adult (16+) | 2,500 | Biometric enrolment and the new biometric passport |
| Second adult in same family | 2,000 | Biometric enrolment and the new biometric passport |
| Each child under 16 | 1,300 | Biometric enrolment and the new biometric passport |
Fees verified September 2026. Official source: ciu.gov.kn.
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What is the St Kitts biometric enrolment fee?
The St. Kitts and Nevis biometric enrolment fee is an official, fixed, per-person charge set by the CIU: USD 2,500 for the first adult aged 16 or over, USD 2,000 for a second adult in the same family, and USD 1,300 for each child under 16. It is the headline cost of the 2026 to 2027 programme, and it is all-inclusive of the enrolment and the passport upgrade to the new biometric passport.
This is the single largest cost in any St. Kitts renewal, and the family tiering means each additional family member costs less than the first adult. Enrolment is mandatory for every citizen who obtained citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, including all dependants and children, and must be completed before 31 July 2027. The fee structure is published by the CIU.
| Enrolee | Biometric enrolment fee (USD) | Booked and completed 20 July to 31 December 2026 (10% reduction, USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| First adult (16+) | 2,500 | 2,250 | Highest tier; one per family |
| Second adult in same family | 2,000 | 1,800 | Reduced family rate |
| Each child under 16 | 1,300 | 1,170 | Per child; family rate |
Enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026 carry a 10% reduction on these government fees: USD 2,250 for the first adult, USD 1,800 for a second adult and USD 1,170 per child. The reduction applies only to new bookings made and completed within that window, is not retroactive, and standard fees resume on 1 January 2027. Every citizen must appoint an Authorised Agent, and enrolment is booked and completed only through the official Government Biometric Enrolment Platform; Mirabello Consultancy coordinates enrolment for its clients.
For the full enrolment mechanics, deadlines and overseas centres, read our dedicated St. Kitts biometrics enrolment 2026 guide and the official CIU biometrics page. Speak to Mirabello Consultancy to calculate your family's exact biometric total.
Do I pay for biometrics AND renewal, or just biometrics?
You pay the biometric enrolment fee once, and it is all-inclusive: it covers both the biometric enrolment and the passport upgrade to the new biometric passport, with no separate renewal charge for that passport. Since 1 September 2026, enrolment and passport production are integrated, so citizens who enrol move directly into passport production.
The appointment takes 15 to 30 minutes in person: your fingerprints, a digital facial image and a digital signature are captured (with an iris scan where applicable). Your current passport is presented for identification only and is not surrendered. Biometrics are captured once for the lifetime of the document, so later renewals need no re-enrolment and carry no separate biometric fee. Appointments are held at official centres including St Kitts, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, Singapore, Istanbul, London, Toronto and Washington D.C.; in London, a private, appointment-only VIP enrolment suite is available for an additional USD 500 VIP service fee.
| Element | What happens | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Biometric enrolment | Fingerprints, digital facial image and digital signature captured in person; current passport shown for identification only | Included in the enrolment fee |
| New biometric passport (passport upgrade) | Enrolee moves directly into passport production | Included in the enrolment fee |
| Later renewals | Biometrics captured once for the lifetime of the document; no re-enrolment | No separate biometric fee |
Because bookings run only through an Authorised Agent on the official platform, it is worth planning your appointment early. Speak to Mirabello Consultancy and we will coordinate your family's enrolment and confirm your nearest centre.
What about the government renewal fee: is it still charged?
Yes, for the standard renewal process, and the amounts are unchanged: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen, EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary citizen aged 16 and over, and EC$150 (about USD 56) for under-16s. The CIU states that the standard renewal process continues alongside the biometric programme until further notice. What you should not do is add that fee on top of the biometric enrolment fee: the enrolment fee already covers the passport upgrade to your new biometric passport.
This is the most common budgeting mistake to avoid: the biometric enrolment fee already includes your new biometric passport, so the renewal fee is not charged twice. The higher fee for CBI holders reflects the enhanced due diligence applied to investor citizens — one reason the St. Kitts and Nevis passport retains its strong reputation. For the full picture of acquiring citizenship in the first place, see our guide to St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment.
| Cost element | Amount | 2026 to 2027 position |
|---|---|---|
| Renewal government fee (CBI holder) | USD 1,055 | Unchanged; applies to the standard renewal process, which continues alongside the programme |
| Renewal government fee (standard citizen) | EC$250 (~USD 93) adult / EC$150 (~USD 56) under-16 | Unchanged |
| Biometric enrolment fee | USD 2,500 / 2,000 / 1,300 per person | All-inclusive of enrolment and the new biometric passport; 10% lower if booked and completed 20 July to 31 December 2026 |
Confirm current rates with the CIU or Mirabello before you pay, and do not add the renewal fee on top of the enrolment fee.
How much does it cost to renew passports for a whole family?
Family biometric enrolment in St. Kitts and Nevis is charged per person with family tiering: two adults and two children total USD 7,100 in biometric fees (USD 2,500 + 2,000 + 1,300 + 1,300), or USD 6,390 with the 10% reduction for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026. The fee covers each member's enrolment and new biometric passport. The tiering means each additional member costs less than the first adult.
Because enrolment is mandatory for every citizen by investment before the 31 July 2027 deadline, the whole family must enrol regardless of individual expiry dates. Children under 16 receive five-year passports (adults receive ten-year passports), so dependants' passports come due for renewal more often, though biometrics are captured once for the lifetime of the document and later renewals need no re-enrolment and no separate biometric fee. The illustrative estimate below shows the biometric total by family size.
| Family composition | Biometric enrolment fees (USD) | With 10% reduction, booked and completed by 31 December 2026 (USD) | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single adult | 2,500 | 2,250 | Enrolment and the new biometric passport |
| Couple (2 adults) | 4,500 | 4,050 | 2,500 + 2,000; enrolment and new passports |
| Family of four (2 adults, 2 children) | 7,100 | 6,390 | 2,500 + 2,000 + 1,300 + 1,300; enrolment and new passports |
For a precise, family-wide quotation including biometric fees and any ancillary courier or apostille costs, request your free Mirabello Consultancy consultation.
What ancillary costs should you budget beyond the biometric fee?
Ancillary costs sit outside the government enrolment fee, and typically comprise secure courier forwarding and return (about USD 85 to 200) and apostille or notarisation where a name change or supporting document requires it (about USD 50 to 150). Your Authorised Agent's professional fee is additional, and in London the optional VIP enrolment suite adds a USD 500 VIP service fee. These should be budgeted separately from the biometric enrolment fee.
Because enrolment now moves directly into passport production, plan for these costs at the time you enrol. They matter most for applicants enrolling overseas in the UAE, Europe or Asia, where secure international courier is essential. Plan for them upfront so there are no surprises.
| Ancillary item | Typical cost (USD) | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Courier forwarding (to authority) | ~85 | Remote / overseas reissue |
| Return courier (passport back) | ~100–200 | Remote / overseas reissue |
| Apostille / notarisation | ~50–150 | Name change or certified documents |
| Authorised Agent service fee | Varies | Every enrolment (an Authorised Agent is mandatory) |
Why is biometric enrolment mandatory for every citizen by investment?
Biometric enrolment is mandatory for every citizen who obtained citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, including all dependants and children, under the National Biometric Enrolment and Passport Modernisation Programme launched on 14 April 2026. All must enrol before 31 July 2027; after that date existing non-biometric passports are no longer accepted for international travel. Citizenship itself is not affected, but enrolment is needed to hold a valid travel document, whatever the expiry date of your current passport. Enrolment is also a mandatory part of every new application submitted from 14 April 2026.
The programme strengthens the integrity and international standing of the St. Kitts and Nevis passport — one reason it remains among the strongest in the Eastern Caribbean, with visa-free access to roughly 157 destinations. Enrolling early avoids the pre-deadline rush, and enrolments booked and completed by 31 December 2026 carry the 10% reduction. To compare the long-run value against acquiring a second citizenship from scratch, see our overview of the best citizenship by investment programmes.
How do St Kitts renewal fees compare with Antigua?
St. Kitts and Nevis and Antigua and Barbuda both operate Eastern Caribbean CBI passports, but their biometric requirements, fee structures and timelines differ — and the gap matters if you hold or are considering either passport. The St. Kitts and Nevis biometric enrolment fee starts at USD 2,500 for the first adult and is all-inclusive of the new biometric passport.
Because both jurisdictions periodically revise their fee schedules and biometric rules, a side-by-side view is the only reliable way to budget. Our full St. Kitts vs Antigua passport renewal comparison breaks down the cost, timeline and process differences in detail.
Have St Kitts passport renewal fees changed in 2026?
No, the government renewal fees themselves have not changed: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen and EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary adult passport. The defining 2026 change is the mandatory biometric enrolment fee (USD 2,500 first adult, USD 2,000 second adult, USD 1,300 per child), which is all-inclusive of enrolment and the new biometric passport, with a 10% reduction for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026.
Enrolment is mandatory for every citizen by investment before 31 July 2027. Published figures can be revised by the CIU and vary across third-party sources, so Mirabello Consultancy tracks CIU announcements and confirms the live figures for every client at the point of application, drawing on the authoritative St. Kitts and Nevis CIU website.
How can you budget for your St Kitts passport renewal?
To budget accurately for a St. Kitts and Nevis passport renewal, start with the biometric enrolment fee for your family (USD 2,500 first adult / 2,000 second adult / 1,300 per child, or 10% less if booked and completed by 31 December 2026), which is the operative cost and includes each member's new biometric passport. Then add ancillary costs: courier (about USD 85 to 200), apostille (about USD 50 to 150) where documents require it, and your Authorised Agent's fee.
Do not add the USD 1,055 renewal fee on top: the enrolment fee already covers your new biometric passport. The brief, one-line summary of process and documents: enrolment is booked through your Authorised Agent on the official Government Biometric Enrolment Platform, completed in person at an official centre, and requires your standard documents; full mechanics are on our St. Kitts and Nevis passport renewal service page. With a clear biometric-first budget and verified figures, there are no surprises. Mirabello Consultancy prepares a complete, written cost plan for your renewal at no charge.
What are the most common mistakes when renewing a St Kitts passport?
The most common St. Kitts and Nevis renewal mistakes are leaving renewal too late, submitting expired or incorrectly apostilled supporting documents, name discrepancies across documents, non-compliant photographs, and out-of-date CIU contact records. Each is avoidable with early preparation, and none affects your citizenship itself, which is permanent once granted.
- Leaving renewal too late: begin nine to twelve months before expiry; many countries and airlines require six months of remaining validity. An expired passport does not mean lost citizenship.
- Expired supporting documents: police clearance certificates are typically accepted only if issued within three to six months of submission.
- Incorrect notarisation or apostille: foreign documents must be notarised and, in most cases, apostilled under the Hague Convention; an apostille from the wrong authority is rejected.
- Name discrepancies: your name must appear identically on your citizenship certificate, current passport and application; review every document side by side before submitting.
- Outdated photographs: use professional photos taken within one month of submission that meet strict biometric standards.
- Stale CIU records: update your address and contact details with the CIU before submitting, so requests and approval notices are not missed.
- Overlooking dependants: children under 16 hold five-year passports that expire sooner than adults' ten-year documents; review the whole family's expiry dates together.
Full process guidance sits on our passport renewal overview and the St. Kitts and Nevis passport renewal service page.
Frequently asked questions
How much does St Kitts passport renewal cost in 2026?
St. Kitts and Nevis government passport renewal fees are unchanged in 2026: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen and EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary adult passport. Every citizen by investment must also complete biometric enrolment by 31 July 2027, at USD 2,500 for the first adult (16+), USD 2,000 for a second adult in the same family and USD 1,300 per child under 16. That fee is all-inclusive of enrolment and the new biometric passport, and it is 10% lower for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026.
What is the St Kitts biometric enrolment fee?
The St. Kitts and Nevis biometric enrolment fee is an official, fixed, per-person charge set by the CIU: USD 2,500 for the first adult aged 16 or over, USD 2,000 for a second adult in the same family, and USD 1,300 for each child under 16. It is all-inclusive, covering both the biometric enrolment and the passport upgrade to the new biometric passport.
Do I pay for biometrics and renewal separately?
No. You pay the biometric enrolment fee once, and it is all-inclusive: it covers both the biometric enrolment and the passport upgrade to the new biometric passport, with no separate renewal charge for that passport. Since 1 September 2026, citizens who enrol move directly into passport production. Your current passport is presented at the appointment for identification only and is not surrendered.
Is the USD 1,055 government renewal fee still charged?
Yes, for the standard renewal process, which the CIU says continues alongside the biometric programme until further notice; the fee is unchanged at USD 1,055 for CBI citizens (and EC$250, about USD 93, for ordinary adult citizens). It is not added on top of the biometric enrolment fee, because the enrolment fee already covers the passport upgrade to your new biometric passport.
How much does it cost to renew passports for a whole family?
Family biometric enrolment is charged per person with family tiering. Two adults and two children total USD 7,100 in biometric fees (USD 2,500 + 2,000 + 1,300 + 1,300), or USD 6,390 with the 10% reduction for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026, including each member's new biometric passport. The tiering means each additional member costs less than the first adult, and enrolment is mandatory for every citizen by investment before 31 July 2027.
Why is biometric enrolment mandatory for every citizen by investment?
Biometric enrolment is mandatory for every citizen who obtained citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, including all dependants and children, because the country is moving these citizens to a secure biometric ePassport standard. All must enrol before 31 July 2027; after that date existing non-biometric passports are no longer accepted for international travel. Citizenship itself is not affected, but enrolment is needed to hold a valid travel document. The programme strengthens the integrity and international standing of the passport.
What ancillary costs should I expect beyond the biometric fee?
Ancillary costs sit outside the government enrolment fee: secure courier forwarding and return of around USD 85 to 200, and apostille or notarisation of USD 50 to 150 where a name change or certified document applies. Your Authorised Agent's professional fee is additional, as is the USD 500 VIP service fee if you choose the private enrolment suite in London.
Have St Kitts passport renewal fees changed in 2026?
No, the government passport renewal fees are unchanged: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen and EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary adult. The defining 2026 change is the mandatory biometric enrolment fee (USD 2,500 first adult, USD 2,000 second adult, USD 1,300 per child), which is all-inclusive of enrolment and the new biometric passport, with a 10% reduction for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026; standard fees resume on 1 January 2027. Enrolment is mandatory before 31 July 2027, and live figures should be verified before paying.
Do I need an Authorised Agent for St Kitts biometric enrolment?
Yes. Every citizen must appoint an Authorised Agent, and enrolment is booked and completed only through the official Government Biometric Enrolment Platform. Appointments take 15 to 30 minutes in person at official centres including St Kitts, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, Singapore, Istanbul, London, Toronto and Washington D.C. Mirabello Consultancy coordinates enrolment for its clients.
How do I start with Mirabello Consultancy?
Starting with Mirabello Consultancy is simple: request your free consultation and we confirm your exact current St. Kitts and Nevis biometric enrolment fees, coordinate your family's enrolment through the official platform, and prepare an itemised written cost plan for your family. Book your free consultation here.
In summary
St. Kitts and Nevis government passport renewal fees are unchanged in 2026 (USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen), and the defining cost of 2026 and 2027 is the mandatory CIU biometric enrolment fee: USD 2,500 for the first adult, USD 2,000 for a second adult, and USD 1,300 per child, all-inclusive of the enrolment and the new biometric passport. Enrolment is mandatory for every citizen by investment before 31 July 2027, enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026 are 10% lower, and the family tiering keeps each additional member's cost lower than the first adult's. With fees non-refundable, careful, verified budgeting matters.
Because published figures can be revised and vary by source, the single most valuable step you can take is to confirm your exact current fees and your enrolment timing before you pay. Mirabello Consultancy, the Swiss standard in investment migration with a 99% approval record across 1,500+ passport renewals, confirms live rates and prepares an itemised, written cost plan for your family size and passport expiry. Book your free consultation with Mirabello Consultancy today and renew with complete cost certainty.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
How much does St Kitts passport renewal cost in 2026?
St. Kitts and Nevis government passport renewal fees are unchanged in 2026: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen and EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary adult passport. Every citizen by investment must also complete biometric enrolment by 31 July 2027, at USD 2,500 for the first adult (16+), USD 2,000 for a second adult in the same family and USD 1,300 per child under 16. That fee is all-inclusive of enrolment and the new biometric passport, and it is 10% lower for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026.
What is the St Kitts biometric enrolment fee?
The St. Kitts and Nevis biometric enrolment fee is an official, fixed, per-person charge set by the CIU: USD 2,500 for the first adult aged 16 or over, USD 2,000 for a second adult in the same family, and USD 1,300 for each child under 16. It is all-inclusive, covering both the biometric enrolment and the passport upgrade to the new biometric passport.
Do I pay for biometrics and renewal separately?
No. You pay the biometric enrolment fee once, and it is all-inclusive: it covers both the biometric enrolment and the passport upgrade to the new biometric passport, with no separate renewal charge for that passport. Since 1 September 2026, citizens who enrol move directly into passport production. Your current passport is presented at the appointment for identification only and is not surrendered.
Is the USD 1,055 government renewal fee still charged?
Yes, for the standard renewal process, which the CIU says continues alongside the biometric programme until further notice; the fee is unchanged at USD 1,055 for CBI citizens (and EC$250, about USD 93, for ordinary adult citizens). It is not added on top of the biometric enrolment fee, because the enrolment fee already covers the passport upgrade to your new biometric passport.
How much does it cost to renew passports for a whole family?
Family biometric enrolment is charged per person with family tiering. Two adults and two children total USD 7,100 in biometric fees (USD 2,500 + 2,000 + 1,300 + 1,300), or USD 6,390 with the 10% reduction for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026, including each member's new biometric passport. The tiering means each additional member costs less than the first adult, and enrolment is mandatory for every citizen by investment before 31 July 2027.
Why is biometric enrolment mandatory for every citizen by investment?
Biometric enrolment is mandatory for every citizen who obtained citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, including all dependants and children, because the country is moving these citizens to a secure biometric ePassport standard. All must enrol before 31 July 2027; after that date existing non-biometric passports are no longer accepted for international travel. Citizenship itself is not affected, but enrolment is needed to hold a valid travel document. The programme strengthens the integrity and international standing of the passport.
What ancillary costs should I expect beyond the biometric fee?
Ancillary costs sit outside the government enrolment fee: secure courier forwarding and return of around USD 85 to 200, and apostille or notarisation of USD 50 to 150 where a name change or certified document applies. Your Authorised Agent's professional fee is additional, as is the USD 500 VIP service fee if you choose the private enrolment suite in London.
Have St Kitts passport renewal fees changed in 2026?
No, the government passport renewal fees are unchanged: USD 1,055 for a CBI citizen and EC$250 (about USD 93) for an ordinary adult. The defining 2026 change is the mandatory biometric enrolment fee (USD 2,500 first adult, USD 2,000 second adult, USD 1,300 per child), which is all-inclusive of enrolment and the new biometric passport, with a 10% reduction for enrolments booked and completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026; standard fees resume on 1 January 2027. Enrolment is mandatory before 31 July 2027, and live figures should be verified before paying.
Do I need an Authorised Agent for St Kitts biometric enrolment?
Yes. Every citizen must appoint an Authorised Agent, and enrolment is booked and completed only through the official Government Biometric Enrolment Platform. Appointments take 15 to 30 minutes in person at official centres including St Kitts, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, Singapore, Istanbul, London, Toronto and Washington D.C. Mirabello Consultancy coordinates enrolment for its clients.
How do I start with Mirabello Consultancy?
Starting with Mirabello Consultancy is simple: request your free consultation and we confirm your exact current St. Kitts and Nevis biometric enrolment fees, coordinate your family's enrolment through the official platform, and prepare an itemised written cost plan for your family. Book your free consultation here.
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