Official Government Resources
| Resource | URL | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Government of Saint Lucia | govt.lc | Official government portal with services, forms, and ministry contacts |
| Attorney General's Chambers | attorneygeneralchambers.com | Company registration, laws, legal resources |
| Inland Revenue Department | irdstlucia.gov.lc | Tax information, forms, A-Z of taxes, online services |
| National Insurance Corporation | stlucianic.org | NIC registration, contribution rates, benefit information |
| Saint Lucia Parliament | parliament.gov.lc | Legislation, Hansard, parliamentary proceedings |
| Citizenship by Investment Unit | cipsaintlucia.com | CBI program details, application process, approved projects |
Regulatory Bodies
| Body | URL | Jurisdiction |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) | fsrastlucia.org | Non-bank financial services: insurance, MSBs, international banks (Class A/B), securities, mutual funds, pensions |
| Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) | eccb-centralbank.org | Monetary policy, domestic banking regulation, XCD currency management, 48-year USD peg (EC$2.70 = US$1) |
| National Utilities Regulatory Commission (NURC) | — | Established 2016 to regulate electricity, water, and telecom tariffs. Oversees LUCELEC and WASCO rate reviews |
| National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC) | ectel.int | Telecom regulation under ECTEL framework. Licenses ISPs, manages spectrum, enforces quality standards |
| Data Protection Commission | — | Established under Data Protection Act 2011. Regulates personal data processing, privacy compliance |
| Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards (SLBS) | slbs.org.lc | Product standards, quality assurance, metrology, import certification, CARICOM standards implementation |
Investment Resources
| Resource | URL | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Invest Saint Lucia | investstlucia.com | Investment promotion, sector guides, incentives information |
| TEPA - Trade Export Promotion Agency | tepa.org.lc | Export assistance, market access, trade data |
| Saint Lucia Chamber of Commerce | stluciachamber.org | Business networking, advocacy, business directory |
| US State Dept. Investment Climate Statement | state.gov | Comprehensive US government assessment of business environment |
| Saint Lucia Hotel & Tourism Association | slhta.org | Tourism sector information, membership, events |
| BOOST Saint Lucia | boostsaintlucia.com | Virtual business incubator by Invest Saint Lucia for startups and entrepreneurs |
| Youth Economy Agency | youtheconomy.lc | Grants, loans, and mentorship for young entrepreneurs (ages 18–35) |
| Export Saint Lucia (TEPA) | exportsaintlucia.org | Export promotion, market intelligence, trade facilitation services |
Legal & Tax Resources
| Resource | URL | Description |
|---|---|---|
| PwC Tax Summaries - Saint Lucia | taxsummaries.pwc.com | Detailed corporate and personal tax guide (regularly updated) |
| UHY - Doing Business in Saint Lucia (PDF) | uhy.com | Comprehensive business guide covering legal, tax, and practical info |
| Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court | eccourts.org | Court judgments, rules, judicial information for OECS states |
| BizLatinHub - Saint Lucia | bizlatinhub.com | Company formation guide and labor law overview |
Utilities & Infrastructure
| Provider | URL | Service |
|---|---|---|
| LUCELEC | lucelec.com | Sole electricity provider. ~432 GWh generation. Apply for commercial connections, view tariff schedules, outage notifications |
| WASCO | wasco.gov.lc | Water and sewerage. New connections, tiered rate tables, service coverage areas, 2026 drought advisory |
| Flow (C&W Communications) | discoverflow.com/lc | Broadband internet (fiber up to 500 Mbps), landline, mobile, TV. Business plans from US$185/mo |
| Digicel | digicelgroup.com/lc | Mobile, broadband internet, business solutions. LTE coverage across island |
| Starlink | starlink.com | Satellite internet. Available in Saint Lucia since 2024. Business plan: US$120/mo + US$599 hardware |
| SLASPA | slaspa.com | Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority. Port tariffs, airport info, cargo services, cruise schedules |
| GPH (Global Ports Holding) | globalportsholding.com | Port Castries cruise operations. 30-year concession, US$135M investment in port enhancement |
Research & Economic Data
| Resource | URL | Description |
|---|---|---|
| IMF - Saint Lucia | imf.org | Article IV consultations, economic outlook, country data |
| World Bank - Saint Lucia | worldbank.org | Development indicators, reports, project information |
| Central Statistical Office of Saint Lucia | stats.gov.lc | National statistics, census data, economic indicators |
| Eastern Caribbean Central Bank | eccb-centralbank.org | Monetary policy, banking statistics, economic reviews |
| Caribbean Development Bank | caribank.org | Regional economic reports, development data, project financing |
| Moody's Analytics - Saint Lucia | economy.com | Economic indicators, forecasts, credit assessments |
International Organizations
| Organization | URL | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| CARICOM | caricom.org | Caribbean single market, trade agreements, regional integration |
| OECS | oecs.org | Economic union, common policies, regional cooperation |
| Caribbean Export Development Agency | carib-export.com | Export support, business development, trade facilitation |
| Caribbean Tourism Organization | onecaribbean.org | Tourism statistics, research, marketing |
Media & News
| Outlet | URL | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| St. Lucia Times | stluciatimes.com | Leading online news. Business, politics, economy, real estate. Daily updates |
| The Voice (St. Lucia) | thevoiceslu.com | Established newspaper (since 1885). Local news, business, commentary |
| Loop News Caribbean | caribbean.loopnews.com | Regional Caribbean news covering Saint Lucia and OECS. Business and economy section |
| Caribbean News Now | caribbeannewsnow.com | Regional news aggregator. Investment, CBI, tourism, and economic policy coverage |
| Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association | caribbeanhotelandtourism.com | CHTA news, tourism statistics, hotel industry reports, investment analysis |
Practical Tools & Information
Currency Converter
XCD is pegged at 2.70 to 1 USD. Quick conversion: multiply USD by 2.70 for XCD, divide XCD by 2.70 for USD.
Time Zone
Atlantic Standard Time (AST), UTC-4. No daylight saving time. Same as US Eastern during summer, 1 hour ahead in winter.
Dialing Code
Country code: +1-758. St. Lucia is part of the North American Numbering Plan. Dial 1-758-XXX-XXXX from the US/Canada.
Driving
Drive on the LEFT (UK style). Temporary driving permit required for visitors (available from car rental companies or police station). Valid for 3 months.
Visa Requirements
Citizens of many countries (US, UK, Canada, EU, CARICOM) do not need a visa for visits up to 6 weeks. Check the Immigration Department for specific requirements.
Emergency Numbers
Police: 999 | Fire: 911 | Ambulance: 911 | Coast Guard: 758-452-2656
Digital & Online Services
| Service | URL | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DigiGov Portal | digigov.govt.lc | 154 government services online: birth certificates, vehicle services, business registration |
| ROCIP - Company Registry | rocip.gov.lc | Registry of Companies and Intellectual Property - business name search, filing |
| Pinnacle IBC Registry | saintluciaifc.com | Online IBC registration and management platform |
| IRD e-Services | irdstlucia.gov.lc | Online tax filing and payment for individuals and businesses |
| DCash (CBDC) | dcashec.com | ECCB's digital currency app for peer-to-peer and merchant payments |
| Financial Services Regulatory Authority | fsrastlucia.org | Financial services regulation, licensed entities, compliance |
| Penny Pinch (Mobile Wallet) | mypennypinch.com | Saint Lucia's first licensed mobile wallet. FSRA-regulated. Mastercard and Western Union partnerships. |
| EveryData Credit Bureau | eccu.everydata.com | ECCU credit bureau for credit checks and financial history reporting |
| SLUHC (Universal Health Coverage) | sluhc.com | Saint Lucia Universal Health Coverage programme — roadmap and implementation updates |
This Guide - All Pages
Country Overview
Geography, government, economy
Business Setup
Registration, entity types, forms
Legal & Tax
Tax rates, labor laws, property
Key Sectors
Tourism, agriculture, tech, energy
CBI Program
Citizenship by investment routes
Cost of Living
Housing, food, utilities, health
Events & Calendar
Holidays, festivals, seasons
Map & Districts
Interactive map, locations
Business Directory
Government, banks, lawyers
FAQ
Common questions answered
CARICOM & Trade
Trade agreements, exports, market access
Investment Checklist
Step-by-step action plan
Primary Sources & Key Reports
Official Government & International Reports
| Document | Source | Data Used |
|---|---|---|
| IMF 2024 Article IV Consultation | IMF | GDP US$2.57B, growth 4.7%/1.7%, debt 76.7%, unemployment 10.8%, banking health (NPLs 11.6%, CAR 15.4%) |
| IMF 2025 Article IV Consultation | IMF (Jan 2026) | Latest economic assessment, fiscal outlook, structural reform recommendations |
| Government Budget Address 2025/26 | govt.lc | EC$2.06B budget, tax allowance EC$40K, VAT food removal July 2026, cybersecurity/AI incentives |
| LUCELEC Annual Report 2022/23 | lucelec.com | 432 GWh generation, 88.4 MW capacity, 5.74% system losses, EC$134M revenue |
| UNFCCC NDC 3.0 (2025) | unfccc.int | 22% unconditional / 32% conditional emission reduction by 2035; geothermal/solar/wind targets |
| US State Dept. Investment Climate Statement 2025 | state.gov | Business environment assessment, regulatory framework, labor market, investment barriers |
| UHY - Doing Business in Saint Lucia (2024) | uhy.com (PDF) | Company formation, tax rates, labor law, property acquisition procedures |
Industry & Sector Sources
- PwC Tax Summaries - Saint Lucia — Corporate and personal tax guide (regularly updated)
- CIP Saint Lucia — CBI programme details, investment thresholds, approved projects
- ECCB — Monetary policy, banking statistics, reserves (EC$5.4B, 98%+ backing ratio)
- Caribbean Development Bank — Regional economic data, infrastructure project financing
- Caribbean Tourism Organization — Tourism arrivals, revenue (EC$3B), cruise data
- CHTA — Hotel pipeline, industry reports, investment analysis
- RESDP (Renewable Energy) — Sustainable Renewable Energy Development Project, geothermal programme milestones
- Climate Finance Unit / GGGI — Saint Lucia’s Climate Finance Unit for national climate response
- Green Climate Fund — Saint Lucia — Climate finance projects and approved funding
Business Formation & Advisory Sources
- BizLatinHub — Company formation guide and labor law overview
- SFM — IBC formation, registered agent services, compliance
- Immigrant Invest — Business in Saint Lucia and Caribbean CBI comparison
- Global Citizen Solutions — Tax system overview for international investors
- North Immigration — Tax system analysis 2025
- Playroll — Work permits, employment compliance for foreign workers
- CIP Saint Lucia — Alien Landholding License procedures and fees
- Numbeo — Cost of living data, grocery prices, rent comparisons (Jan 2026)
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