Saint Lucia Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
91
Visa on arrival
37
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
128
Visa required in advance
70

Saint Lucia's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free or visa on arrival, you will need to apply for a Saint Lucia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Saint Lucia Visa-Free (91)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Saint Lucia without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Saint Lucia (37)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Saint Lucia border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

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Fees

Saint Lucia Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Non-Immigrant Visa - Single Entry

    Single entry, valid within a 3 month periodofficial sourcegovt.lc ↗

    XCD 125 (~$46)

  • Non-Immigrant Visa - Multiple Entry

    Multiple entries over a one year periodofficial sourcegovt.lc ↗

    XCD 190 (~$70)

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Transit

Saint Lucia Transit Visa

Saint Lucia publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Cruise Ship Passenger / Day Visitor Visa Exemption

Waives the visa requirement for cruise ship passengers and other travellers visiting Saint Lucia for a single day, regardless of nationality.

up to 1 dayfreeon arrival

The official visa FAQ states: 'Cruise ship passengers visiting Saint Lucia for one day are exempted from obtaining visas.' Applies to day visitors arriving by cruise; no visa or fee is required for the one-day visit. Travellers remaining beyond the day visit, or entering for other purposes, must obtain the applicable non-immigrant visa (or enter under a visa exemption if their nationality qualifies).

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FAQ

Saint Lucia Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Saint Lucia?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Saint Lucia visa-free or with a visa on arrival. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Saint Lucia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Saint Lucia without a visa?

91 countries can visit Saint Lucia without a visa in 2026, including: Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Saint Lucia.

How do I apply for a Saint Lucia tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Saint Lucia, you typically need to apply at a Saint Lucia embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Saint Lucia without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Saint Lucia varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Saint Lucia Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Saint Lucia visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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