Moving to St Vincent & Grenadines: taxes, residence and life
How to become tax resident in St Vincent & Grenadines: personal, dividend and corporate tax, 5 residence programmes, days needed, climate, safety and economy — compared with 194 countries.
Taxes
In St Vincent & Grenadines the top income tax rate is 28%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 28% corporate tax.
How to move and become tax resident
To become tax resident in St Vincent & Grenadines you need at least 183 days a year (More than 183 days in year). The typical route is Residence permit (self-sufficient / property owner): No CBI or investor programme; residence permit on means, property or local business; Alien Landholding Licence for property There are 5 open residence programmes in St Vincent & Grenadines — see the list below.
Living there
Kingstown has a tropical rainforest climate with winter highs around 28.5 °C and summer highs around 31 °C. The economy grew +4% in 2025; the IMF forecasts 3.5% for 2026. Its passport opens about 137 countries without a visa in advance. Security: No conflict exposure.
Key facts
| Top income tax | 28% |
|---|---|
| Dividend tax | — |
| Corporate tax | 28% |
| Tax residence | after 183 days — More than 183 days in year |
| Typical residence route | Residence permit (self-sufficient / property owner) — No CBI or investor programme; residence permit on means, property or local business; Alien Landholding Licence for property |
| Passport | visa-free or on arrival to 137 countries |
| Economic growth | +4% (2025), forecast 3.5% (2026) |
| Climate type | tropical rainforest · 28.5° / 31° (Kingstown) |
| War & conflict | none — No conflict exposure |
| All natural hazards | 6.2/10 |
| Banking strength | 4/10 · NR |
| Property protection | 5.5/10 |
| Warm homes in winter | 8.5/10 |
Residence programmes in St Vincent & Grenadines
- Residence Permit (self-sufficient / property owner) — independentMeans
- Permanent Residence — other
- Work Permit — employment
- Spouse / dependant of citizen or resident — family
- Citizenship by Investment (planned, SVG Investment Fund) — citizenshipByInvestment
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need to spend in St Vincent & Grenadines to become tax resident?
after 183 days. More than 183 days in year Residents taxed; worldwide basis uncertain
How much tax will I pay in St Vincent & Grenadines?
In St Vincent & Grenadines the top income tax rate is 28%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 28% corporate tax.
Which residence programmes does St Vincent & Grenadines offer?
Residence Permit (self-sufficient / property owner); Permanent Residence; Work Permit; Spouse / dependant of citizen or resident; Citizenship by Investment (planned, SVG Investment Fund)
What is the usual way to move to St Vincent & Grenadines?
Residence permit (self-sufficient / property owner). No CBI or investor programme; residence permit on means, property or local business; Alien Landholding Licence for property
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