How to Check a Citizenship by Investment Agent Before You Pay

Updated 2026-11-07 · Citizenships.ai editors

Most citizenship-by-investment programs only accept applications through government-authorised agents. This checklist is general information to help you research; it is not legal advice, and it doesn't replace advice from a licensed professional.

1. Check the official authorised-agent list

• Grenada: IMA Grenada publishes a list of Approved Agents and says applicants must use an Authorised Local Agent. Official site
• St Kitts and Nevis: the Citizenship Unit tells applicants to select an Authorised Agent from its official list. Official site
• Vanuatu: the Citizenship Office licenses designated agents. Official site

If an agent isn't on the official list, ask why before going further.

2. Treat discounts below official minimums as a red flag

Governments publish minimum prices. Vanuatu's Citizenship Office warns that applicants who obtain citizenship below the prescribed fees risk revocation, and Grenada's attestation form says discounts, refunds or kickbacks are illegal and can lead to deprivation of citizenship.

3. Questions to ask

• Are you authorised by this government? Can I see the listing?
• Which fees are government fees, and which are yours?
• Where will my funds be paid: directly to a government account or escrow, or to you?
• What happens to my money if the application is refused?
• Are you, or a partner firm, licensed to give legal advice in my country?

4. Verify figures yourself

Compare any quote with the official source. Every listing on Citizenships.ai links its official source and the date we checked it.