Live It – Saint Lucia Extended Stay Programme
Formerly a free, simple route to a long stay in Saint Lucia.
Record checked Oct 21, 2026 · official source confirmed 12 Nov, 06:01 UTC
Summary
A COVID-era tourism programme (launched April 2021) for long-stay visitors (up to six weeks, extendable up to one year via an 'Island Specialist'), staying at certified hotels or villas.
Dream spread
Formerly a free, simple route to a long stay in Saint Lucia.
Relocation reality check
Not a real visa: it was a Covid-protocol tourism scheme with no work authorisation framework. The stlucia.org/live-it page no longer mentions it, so treat it as ended.
Your fit signals
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Full match score — Solo / Household
The 0–100 move-match score, quality score, and would-stay breakdown — with confidence and full reasoning — unlock on Solo and Household.
See Solo & Household plansCheck: Citizens or residents of Saint Lucia only
This program is not open to people moving from abroad: it is limited to citizens or existing residents of Saint Lucia.
Reality engine
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Eligibility
When open: visitors booking certified accommodation through an Island Specialist; free online form.
Conditions
The program's rules on record, blockers first. Confirm each on the official source.
Citizens or residents of Saint Lucia only
BlockerThis program is not open to people moving from abroad: it is limited to citizens or existing residents of Saint Lucia.
Costs & money
The amounts & terms on record from the official source. USD figures are estimates.
- Duration
- 1–12 months
- Property purchase
- Not required
No amounts on record. Check the official source.
True cost to move
Upfront cash, reimbursements, and net position after approval — not headline incentive amounts.
- Flights & logistics$1,200
- Temporary housing (90 days)$2,400
- Deposit / first month rent$2,000
- Visa & consular fees$500
- Health insurance$600
- Legal & translation
Application roadmap
A practical sequence — adjust for your consulate and timeline.
1. Confirm official eligibility
Read the primary government source.
2. Gather income & employment proof
Bank statements, contracts, or tax records.
3. Book consulate / immigration appointment
Slots vary by country and season.
4. Prepare health coverage
Meet minimum coverage rules before arrival.
Meet people before you go
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Life abroad, country comparisons, honest post-move retrospectives.
Source trail
We could not fully confirm the key figures against the official source. Check it yourself before relying on them.
“Govt.lc (26 Apr 2021): stays up to six weeks with extension "up to one year"; stlucia.org/en/live-it no longer describes the programme.”
Primary official sourceLast checked Oct 21, 2026- Secondary referenceLast checked Oct 21, 2026
Rule changes
CasaSedora last checked the official source on 14 Nov 2026. Changes appear here once two independent automated checks agree on them, or a person confirms them.
No rule changes recorded since monitoring began.
Our summaries point you to what moved — always confirm details on the official source.