How Much Does Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Cost in 2026?

One of the first questions asked by prospective applicants considering the Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme is straightforward:

How much does Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship cost in 2026?

The answer is more complicated than simply stating a single investment figure.

As of July 2026, the minimum qualifying investment starts at US$250,000 under the Sustainable Island State Contribution and Public Benefit Option. Applicants who prefer a real estate route may invest at least US$325,000 in an Approved Development or qualifying private condominium interest, while an Approved Private Real Estate single-family dwelling requires at least US$600,000.

However, these figures represent only the principal qualifying investment.

A complete Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship cost calculation may also include:

• due diligence fees;
• application processing fees;
• post-approval government fees;
• biometric enrolment and passport-modernisation charges;
• additional dependant costs;
• property acquisition expenses;
• Authorised Agent fees;
• legal and professional fees;
• document certification and translation costs;
• bank charges; and
• other transaction-specific expenses.

The official Citizenship Unit itself warns applicants that the minimum investment must be considered together with due diligence, processing and post-approval fees, as well as additional property expenses where real estate is selected.

Accordingly, advertising Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship simply as a “US$250,000 passport” can be misleading.

US$250,000 may be the entry-level qualifying contribution, but it is not necessarily the applicant’s final expenditure.

This guide explains the principal Saint Kitts citizenship fees in 2026, how costs differ according to the investment route, which charges apply to family members and what additional expenses investors should anticipate before submitting an application.

Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship Cost at a Glance

The four principal investment routes currently available are:

These are the current official minimum thresholds as of July 2026.

In addition, applicants should generally consider:

The US$250 application processing fee per applicant is expressly prescribed as non-refundable by the current Citizenship by Substantial Investment Regulations.

Biometric fees became particularly important in 2026 because biometric enrolment is now mandatory for new Citizenship Programme applications submitted from 14 April 2026 onwards.

1. Sustainable Island State Contribution Cost in 2026

The Sustainable Island State Contribution, generally known as the SISC, is the most straightforward contribution route under the programme.

The current official contribution is:

Main Applicant or Family of Up to Four Persons

US$250,000

For a family larger than four:

Each Additional Dependant Under 18

US$25,000

Each Additional Dependant Aged 18 or Older

US$50,000.

This represents an important change from older versions of the programme.

Prospective applicants should therefore be cautious when reading older online articles showing different family contribution amounts. The current official Citizenship Unit page specifically provides a US$250,000 contribution for a main applicant or a qualifying family of up to four members.

Is the US$250,000 SISC the Total Cost?

No.

The SISC amount is only the qualifying contribution.

For a single main applicant, additional government charges generally include at least:

• US$10,000 due diligence;
• US$250 application processing fee; and
• applicable biometric enrolment costs.

The SISC route is exempt from the ordinary post-approval application fees imposed on the PBO and real estate routes under the applicable regulations. The regulations expressly provide for post-approval fees for Developer’s Real Estate, Private Real Estate and the Public Benefit Option rather than SISC applications.

This distinction is one reason the SISC can be especially attractive from a cost perspective.

Example: Single Applicant SISC Cost

A simplified standard-fee example for one adult applicant would be:

SISC contribution: US$250,000
Main applicant due diligence: US$10,000
Application processing: US$250
Standard biometric enrolment/passport upgrade: US$2,500

Indicative Government-Related Total: US$262,750

This example excludes:

• Authorised Agent fees;
• legal fees;
• translations;
• document certification;
• bank charges;
• courier expenses; and
• other case-specific costs.

It should therefore not be treated as a binding quotation.

Temporary Biometric Fee Reduction in 2026

There is also an important temporary cost reduction in effect at the time of writing.

The Government states that citizens completing eligible biometric enrolment between 20 July 2026 and 31 December 2026 receive a 10% reduction in government biometric fees.

For example, the standard US$2,500 main-applicant biometric charge is reduced to US$2,250 for qualifying appointments booked and completed within that period. The reduction does not apply retroactively, and standard fees are scheduled to resume from 1 January 2027.

This means a new applicant whose application reaches approval in principle sufficiently early to complete biometric enrolment during the discount period may pay slightly less than the standard biometric cost.

Applicants should not, however, assume that they will necessarily reach the biometric stage before 31 December 2026.

SISC Cost for a Married Couple

A qualifying married couple may fall within the US$250,000 SISC family contribution.

Assuming both spouses are over 16, the government-related cost structure would generally include:

SISC: US$250,000

Main applicant due diligence: US$10,000

Spouse due diligence: US$7,500

Processing fees: US$500

Standard biometric fees for two adults: US$4,500

Indicative Total: US$272,500

Again, professional and banking costs are excluded.

This example demonstrates why the family structure can make the SISC significantly different from simply multiplying US$250,000 by the number of applicants.

SISC Cost for a Family of Four

The US$250,000 contribution can apply to a qualifying family of up to four persons.

For example, consider:

• main applicant;
• spouse;
• two children under 16.

A simplified cost analysis using standard biometric charges would be:

SISC: US$250,000

Main applicant due diligence: US$10,000

Spouse due diligence: US$7,500

Application processing for four people: US$1,000

Biometrics/passport upgrade: US$2,500 + US$2,000 + US$1,300 + US$1,300

Indicative Total: US$275,600

No due diligence fee is included for the two children in this example because they are assumed to be under 16.

The ages of children therefore matter materially when calculating the final family cost.

What Happens With a Family of More Than Four?

Once the family exceeds four applicants, the SISC contribution increases.

For every additional dependant:

• under 18: US$25,000;
• aged 18 or older: US$50,000.

Due diligence, processing and biometric costs may then apply separately according to age.

This is why families of five or more should obtain an individual calculation rather than rely on the US$250,000 headline figure.

2. Public Benefit Option Cost in 2026

The Public Benefit Option, or PBO, is another route beginning at:

US$250,000

The investment must be made in a unit of an Approved Public Benefit Project.

Although the headline figure is identical to the SISC, the fee structure is different.

Public Benefit Option Due Diligence Fees

The current government due diligence charges are:

Main Applicant

US$10,000

Each Dependant Aged 16 or Older

US$7,500.

Due diligence fees are payable as part of the application process and should be regarded as separate from the qualifying US$250,000 investment.

Public Benefit Option Post-Approval Fees

After approval in principle, family members may attract additional application charges.

Current official fees include:

Spouse

US$15,000

Qualified Dependant Under 18

US$10,000

Qualified Dependant Aged 18 or Over

US$15,000.

A particularly important technical rule applies to the main applicant’s US$25,000 post-approval charge.

Under the regulations, the US$25,000 main applicant fee is deducted from the US$250,000 PBO investment rather than added on top of it.

Therefore, it would be incorrect to calculate the basic PBO cost as US$250,000 plus another US$25,000 for the principal applicant.

Example: Single Applicant Public Benefit Cost

For one adult main applicant:

PBO qualifying investment: US$250,000

Main due diligence: US$10,000

Processing: US$250

Standard biometric: US$2,500

The US$25,000 main-applicant post-approval component is included within the US$250,000 investment under the applicable regulations.

Indicative Government-Related Total: US$262,750

The numerical result is therefore similar to the standard single-applicant SISC example, although the legal nature and structure of the two routes are different.

Example: Married Couple Under PBO

For a main applicant and spouse:

PBO investment: US$250,000

Due diligence: US$17,500

Processing: US$500

Spouse post-approval fee: US$15,000

Standard biometric fees: US$4,500

Indicative Total: US$287,500

This illustrates an important point.

Although both the SISC and PBO advertise a US$250,000 entry threshold, their family costs may differ substantially.

Therefore, comparing investment options solely on their headline minimum is not sufficient.

3. Developer’s Real Estate Citizenship Cost

Applicants seeking a tangible asset may qualify by investing in an Approved Development.

The current minimum is:

US$325,000

for each main applicant.

The qualifying property is generally resaleable after a minimum holding period of seven years.

However, the US$325,000 purchase price is not the total cost of citizenship.

Real Estate Post-Approval Government Fees

The following fees currently apply following approval in principle:

Main Applicant

US$25,000

Spouse

US$15,000

Qualified Dependant Under 18

US$10,000

Qualified Dependant Aged 18 or Older

US$15,000.

These amounts are in addition to the real estate investment.

Real Estate Due Diligence

Real estate applicants also pay:

Main applicant: US$10,000

Each dependant aged 16 or older: US$7,500.

The fact that an applicant invests US$325,000 or even US$600,000 in property does not reduce these due diligence obligations.

Citizenship remains subject to government approval.

Example: Single Applicant Buying US$325,000 Real Estate

A basic calculation would be:

Qualifying property: US$325,000

Due diligence: US$10,000

Application processing: US$250

Post-approval fee: US$25,000

Standard biometric fee: US$2,500

Indicative Government and Investment Total: US$362,750

This figure still excludes the actual transaction expenses associated with purchasing real estate.

Example: Married Couple Buying US$325,000 Real Estate

For a main applicant and spouse:

Real estate investment: US$325,000

Main applicant due diligence: US$10,000

Spouse due diligence: US$7,500

Processing: US$500

Main applicant post-approval fee: US$25,000

Spouse post-approval fee: US$15,000

Standard biometric fees: US$4,500

Indicative Total: US$387,500

Property acquisition expenses remain additional.

Additional Property Purchase Costs

The Citizenship Unit expressly warns real estate applicants to budget for costs associated with buying the property, principally including:

• compulsory insurance fund contributions; and
• conveyance fees.

Depending on the transaction, investors may also encounter private professional charges relating to:

• property lawyers;
• title review;
• contractual due diligence;
• valuation;
• corporate structures;
• property management;
• insurance;
• maintenance; and
• other ownership expenses.

These amounts should not be confused with citizenship government fees.

4. Private Real Estate Citizenship Cost

The Private Real Estate route provides two current thresholds.

Approved Condominium Unit or Qualifying Share

US$325,000

Approved Single-Family Private Dwelling

US$600,000.

The same real estate post-approval and due diligence structure generally applies.

Single Applicant Buying an Approved US$600,000 Home

For illustration:

Private home investment: US$600,000

Main applicant due diligence: US$10,000

Application processing: US$250

Post-approval fee: US$25,000

Standard biometric fee: US$2,500

Indicative Minimum: US$637,750

This excludes conveyancing, insurance fund contributions and other property costs.

Accordingly, a person describing this route simply as a “US$600,000 citizenship programme” would again be understating the full transaction.

5. Application Processing Fee

One smaller cost that can easily be overlooked is the application processing fee.

Current regulations prescribe:

US$250 per applicant

The fee is non-refundable and applies to each person included in the Citizenship Programme application.

For example:

One applicant: US$250

Two applicants: US$500

Family of four: US$1,000

Family of six: US$1,500

Although relatively small when compared with a US$250,000 contribution, the processing charge should still be included in an accurate cost estimate.

6. Due Diligence Fees

Due diligence represents a separate and legally significant cost.

The current fees are:

Main Applicant

US$10,000

Each Dependant Aged 16 or Older

US$7,500.

The due diligence process may examine matters including:

• criminal background;
• immigration history;
• business activities;
• corporate ownership;
• sanctions exposure;
• source of wealth;
• source of investment funds;
• reputation; and
• other compliance matters.

The official programme states that due diligence fees are non-refundable.

Therefore, applicants should ideally complete a preliminary eligibility review before submitting a formal application.

Financial Sponsors Can Also Create Additional Due Diligence Costs

In certain circumstances, a citizenship application can be financially sponsored by a parent or child of the main applicant.

The Citizenship Unit states that a financial sponsor must provide additional documents, including business or employment evidence, proof of address, bank statements and a bank reference.

Importantly, a financial sponsor is also subject to due diligence and incurs additional due diligence fees.

This can affect the budget of applications where the investment does not originate directly from the principal applicant’s own wealth.

7. Biometric Fees in 2026

Biometrics became a new major cost category in 2026.

The National Biometric Enrolment and Passport Modernisation Programme launched on 14 April 2026.

For all new citizenship applications submitted from that date onwards, biometric enrolment is mandatory once the application reaches approval in principle.

The standard government fees are:

Main Adult Applicant Aged 16 or Over

US$2,500

Second Adult Applicant

US$2,000

Child Under 16

US$1,300.

The Government states that these fees are all-inclusive and cover both biometric enrolment and the passport upgrade.

Payment is made through the official Government biometric platform.

Temporary 10% Biometric Discount

Applicants filing in 2026 should also be aware of the current temporary reduction.

Qualifying biometric enrolments completed between:

20 July 2026 and 31 December 2026

benefit from a 10% reduction in government biometric fees.

The Citizenship Unit gives the example that the US$2,500 main-applicant fee becomes US$2,250.

Standard charges are scheduled to resume from 1 January 2027.

This temporary reduction can lower the overall citizenship cost, although applicants should not structure their investment strategy around the assumption that they will necessarily reach approval in principle before the discount expires.

8. Authorised Agent Fees

A Citizenship Programme application cannot be submitted directly by the applicant.

The official procedure requires the application to be filed through a Saint Kitts and Nevis Authorised Agent.

Agent charges are different from government fees.

They may depend on:

• family size;
• investment route;
• complexity of the application;
• source-of-funds structure;
• number of jurisdictions involved;
• document requirements; and
• other professional services.

There is therefore no single government-prescribed Authorised Agent fee that should automatically be added to every applicant’s calculation.

The applicant should obtain a written fee quotation identifying precisely which services are included.

9. Legal and Professional Fees

Depending on the application, separate legal costs may arise for matters such as:

• pre-application eligibility assessment;
• corporate documentation;
• source-of-funds analysis;
• source-of-wealth preparation;
• family-status documentation;
• real estate review;
• purchase agreement review;
• international tax advice;
• apostille coordination; and
• dual-citizenship advice in the applicant’s home jurisdiction.

Real estate investors in particular should distinguish between:

the legal work relating to the citizenship application

and

the legal work relating to the property acquisition.

These are separate transactions and may require separate professional advice.

10. Translation, Apostille and Document Costs

Applicants normally submit substantial supporting documentation.

The Citizenship Unit states that applications must be accompanied by supporting documentation and that applications are submitted through an Authorised Agent. Current guidance also requires documentation including valid identification, proof of investment funds and police clearance.

Foreign documents may create additional costs for:

• certified translations;
• notarisation;
• apostille;
• legalisation;
• certified copies;
• official registry documents; and
• courier delivery.

These charges vary significantly according to the applicant’s country and circumstances.

They are not generally included in the headline programme price.

11. Bank and International Transfer Charges

Investment funds commonly need to be transferred internationally.

Applicants should therefore account for possible:

• sending-bank charges;
• receiving-bank charges;
• correspondent banking fees;
• currency conversion spreads; and
• compliance-related banking expenses.

The Citizenship Unit’s own online citizenship calculator expressly states that its estimate excludes bank fees and that government fees are subject to change.

This is particularly relevant where substantial amounts are transferred through several banking institutions.

Why “Minimum Investment” and “Total Cost” Are Different

From a legal and financial perspective, applicants should distinguish at least four concepts.

1. Qualifying Investment

This is the principal contribution or asset purchase required to qualify.

Examples:

US$250,000 SISC

US$250,000 PBO

US$325,000 Approved Development

US$600,000 Approved Private Home

2. Government Administrative Fees

These include:

• processing;
• due diligence;
• post-approval fees; and
• biometric charges.

3. Transaction Costs

For real estate this may include conveyance and insurance-related costs.

4. Private Professional Costs

These include Authorised Agent, lawyer, translation, tax-advisory and other professional expenses.

An accurate Saint Kitts citizenship cost estimate must consider all four layers.

Which Saint Kitts Citizenship Option Is the Cheapest?

For many applicants, particularly families of up to four, the SISC is likely to deserve the closest consideration when cost is the primary concern.

The reason is straightforward.

The minimum SISC contribution remains US$250,000 for a qualifying family of up to four persons, while the route is not subject to the ordinary post-approval fees applicable to real estate and Public Benefit applications.

However, “cheapest” does not necessarily mean “best.”

The SISC does not create an investment asset.

A US$325,000 qualifying real estate investment, by contrast, creates an underlying property interest that may potentially be resold after seven years, though its future value is not guaranteed.

Therefore, applicants should compare economic cost, not merely cash paid on day one.

SISC vs Real Estate: Cost Comparison

Consider a single applicant.

SISC

Qualifying contribution: US$250,000

Due diligence: US$10,000

Processing: US$250

Standard biometric: US$2,500

Indicative total before private professional expenses: US$262,750

US$325,000 Real Estate

Property investment: US$325,000

Due diligence: US$10,000

Processing: US$250

Post-approval government fee: US$25,000

Standard biometric: US$2,500

Indicative total before property/professional expenses: US$362,750

The immediate difference is approximately US$100,000.

However, the economic character of the expenditure is different.

The US$250,000 SISC is a contribution.

The US$325,000 real estate amount is invested in an asset that may potentially be resold after satisfying the seven-year programme requirement.

Accordingly, the US$100,000 difference should not automatically be regarded as the “extra cost” of real estate.

Part of the real estate payment represents asset acquisition.

Can Government Fees Be Refunded if the Application Is Refused?

Applicants should be cautious about assuming that fees are recoverable.

Due diligence and application processing fees are expressly described as non-refundable under the applicable framework.

This creates a strong reason to complete an eligibility review before formal filing.

Potential issues may include:

• criminal history;
• ongoing investigations;
• previous citizenship refusals;
• certain visa refusals;
• sanctions;
• unexplained wealth;
• inconsistent information; and
• other compliance concerns.

The applicant should not pay substantial non-refundable government charges until potential eligibility problems have been professionally assessed.

When Is the Main Investment Paid?

Under the current official procedure, the applicant first submits the citizenship application and undergoes comprehensive due diligence.

After successful processing, an approval-in-principle letter is issued.

The qualifying investment is then made.

This sequencing is legally significant.

Applicants should be cautious where an intermediary demands payment of the entire citizenship investment before the application has reached the stage contemplated by the official procedure.

Are Saint Kitts Citizenship Fees Fixed Forever?

No.

Citizenship Programme investment thresholds and government charges can change.

The official Citizenship Unit calculator expressly warns that fees are subject to change by the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Recent history confirms the importance of this warning.

For example, the current US$325,000 and US$600,000 real estate thresholds resulted from regulatory amendments and replaced higher previous minimums. The 2024 amendments formally changed the relevant real estate requirements.

Applicants should therefore verify all figures immediately before submitting an application.

An article, brochure or quotation prepared several months earlier may no longer represent the legally applicable fee schedule.

Beware of Outdated Saint Kitts Citizenship Prices Online

Search results on citizenship programmes frequently contain outdated information.

Older Saint Kitts publications may still display:

• different SISC family thresholds;
• US$400,000 developer real estate;
• US$800,000 private-home requirements; or
• older government fee structures.

Those historic figures should not automatically be applied to a new application filed in 2026.

The current official programme identifies:

• US$250,000 SISC;
• US$250,000 PBO;
• US$325,000 Developer’s Real Estate;
• US$325,000 qualifying private condominium/share; and
• US$600,000 qualifying single-family private home.

For legal certainty, official current programme materials and applicable regulations should take priority over historical marketing articles.

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Kitts Citizenship Costs

How much is Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship in 2026?

The minimum qualifying investment currently begins at US$250,000 through the Sustainable Island State Contribution or Public Benefit Option. Real estate routes begin at US$325,000, while qualifying private single-family homes require at least US$600,000.

Is US$250,000 the complete Saint Kitts citizenship cost?

No.

Due diligence, processing, biometrics and private professional expenses may apply in addition. Depending on the investment route, post-approval government fees also apply.

How much is Saint Kitts due diligence?

The current government fee is:

US$10,000 for the main applicant

and

US$7,500 for each dependant aged 16 or older.

How much is the application fee?

The current non-refundable application processing charge is US$250 per applicant.

How much is biometric enrolment?

Standard fees are:

US$2,500 for the main adult applicant

US$2,000 for the second adult applicant

US$1,300 for a child under 16.

A temporary 10% government reduction applies to qualifying enrolments completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026.

How much does Saint Kitts citizenship cost for a family of four?

The SISC qualifying contribution itself is currently US$250,000 for a family of up to four.

The total cost depends on the family members’ ages because due diligence and biometric fees vary by age.

For a main applicant, spouse and two children under 16, a simplified calculation using standard biometric fees produces an indicative government-related total of approximately US$275,600, excluding professional, banking and document expenses.

How much does Saint Kitts real estate citizenship cost?

The qualifying property investment starts at US$325,000.

A single applicant must additionally consider US$10,000 due diligence, US$250 processing, US$25,000 post-approval fee, biometric fees and property acquisition expenses.

Using standard biometric charges, the simplified total begins at approximately US$362,750 before conveyancing and professional expenses.

How much is the private home route?

A qualifying Approved Private Real Estate single-family dwelling requires a minimum investment of US$600,000.

For a single applicant, the simplified minimum including standard due diligence, processing, post-approval and biometric charges is approximately US$637,750, before private property and professional expenses.

Are lawyer and Authorised Agent fees included?

Not necessarily.

Authorised Agent and other professional fees are separate from the statutory government charges and may vary according to the complexity and family structure of the application.

Applicants should request a written quotation identifying government fees and professional charges separately.

Are bank fees included?

No. The official Citizenship Unit calculator expressly states that its estimates exclude bank charges.

Are Saint Kitts citizenship government fees refundable?

Due diligence and application processing charges are non-refundable.

The legal and contractual treatment of other payments depends on the relevant investment route and the stage of the application.

Conclusion: What Is the Real Cost of Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship in 2026?

The real cost of Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment in 2026 cannot be expressed accurately through a single headline figure.

The minimum qualifying investment is currently:

Sustainable Island State Contribution: US$250,000 for a main applicant or qualifying family of up to four;

Public Benefit Option: US$250,000;

Developer’s Real Estate: US$325,000;

Approved Private Real Estate condominium/share: US$325,000; and

Approved Private Real Estate single-family home: US$600,000.

Applicants must then consider additional government costs.

The principal current charges include:

US$10,000 due diligence for the main applicant;

US$7,500 for each dependant aged 16 or older;

US$250 processing for every applicant;

and, for PBO and real estate applications, applicable post-approval government fees.

Applicants filing from 14 April 2026 onwards must also account for mandatory biometric enrolment.

Standard biometric charges are currently US$2,500 for the main adult applicant, US$2,000 for a second adult and US$1,300 for a child under 16. A temporary 10% reduction applies to qualifying enrolments completed between 20 July and 31 December 2026.

The key practical lesson is that applicants should distinguish among four separate financial categories:

the qualifying citizenship investment,

government application charges,

transaction costs,

and

private professional costs.

For a single applicant choosing the SISC, the simplified government-related total using standard biometric charges begins at approximately US$262,750, before Authorised Agent, banking and document expenses.

For a single applicant choosing a US$325,000 Approved Development, the equivalent simplified amount begins at approximately US$362,750, before property transaction and professional expenses.

A qualifying US$600,000 private home produces a comparable starting figure of approximately US$637,750 before those additional charges.

For families, the calculation becomes more individualised.

Age is particularly important because applicants aged 16 and over attract additional due diligence charges. The investment route also matters because the SISC covers a qualifying family of up to four at the US$250,000 contribution level, while the PBO and real estate routes apply additional post-approval charges to qualifying dependants.

Accordingly, an applicant should not ask only:

“What is the minimum investment for Saint Kitts citizenship?”

The more useful question is:

“What is the total cost for my particular family, investment route and financial circumstances?”

That calculation should be completed before the application is formally submitted.

It is equally important to remember that many government charges, including due diligence and processing fees, are non-refundable. Applicants with previous visa refusals, criminal or regulatory history, complex corporate ownership, unusual source-of-funds structures or other potential compliance concerns should therefore obtain a pre-application eligibility assessment before incurring significant costs.

Finally, all figures should be verified immediately before filing.

The Government expressly reserves the ability to change Citizenship Programme fees, and Saint Kitts and Nevis has amended its investment thresholds several times in recent years.

For that reason, a responsible Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship cost analysis in 2026 should always be based on the applicant’s actual family composition, the investment route selected and the official fee schedule in force on the date of submission.

Legal Disclaimer

This article is provided solely for general informational purposes and does not constitute individual legal, citizenship, immigration, tax, financial or investment advice. The figures stated reflect official programme information available as of July 2026. Saint Kitts and Nevis may amend investment thresholds, government fees, biometric charges and administrative procedures. Professional, banking, translation, conveyancing and other transaction expenses vary between cases. Applicants should obtain an individual cost assessment and confirm the applicable official fees before submitting a Citizenship Programme application or transferring investment funds.