Economic Overview
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Saint Kitts and Nevis Economy 2016
http://www.theodora.com/wfbcurrent/saint_kitts_and_nevis/saint_kitts_and_nevis_economy.html
The economy of Saint Kitts and Nevis depends on tourism; since the 1970s tourism has replaced sugar as the traditional mainstay of the economy. Following the 2005 harvest, the government closed the sugar industry, after several decades of losses.
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Economy of Saint Kitts and Nevis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis
This site (dated) provides a summary of the key contributors to the St Kitts/Nevis economy
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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PRIVATE SECTOR ASSESSMENT OF ST KITTS AND NEVIS
http://www.caribank.org/uploads/2014/11/2014-St.-Kitts-and-Nevis-PSAR.pdf
A comprehensive private sector report on St. Kitts/Nevis
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2014 Investment Climate Statement
http://www.state.gov/e/eb/rls/othr/ics/2014/227232.htm
2014 investment climate report from the US Department of State
Establishing a Presence
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Saint Kitts: Types of Company
http://www.lowtax.net/information/saint-kitts/saint-kitts-company-introduction.html
This site provides information on the various business structures available in St. Kitts
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Starting a Business in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/st-kitts-and-nevis/starting-a-business/
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in St Kitts and Nevis.
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Nevis Offshore Company Formation
https://www.offshore-protection.com/nevis-corporation-ibc
This site offers an explanation of the advantages of an Internationa Business Company (IBC) in St. Kitts/Nevis
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Starting a Business in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/st-kitts-and-nevis/starting-a-business/
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in St Kitts and Nevis.
Taxes
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Rates of VAT – St. Kitts Nevis Inland Revenue Department
http://www.sknvat.com/managing-your-vat/charging-vat-on-your-sales-and-other-supplies/rates-of-vat
There are different rates of VAT, depending on the type of goods and/or services your business provides. This site describes the three different rates.
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Paying Taxes in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/st-kitts-and-nevis/paying-taxes
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year, as well as administrative burden in paying taxes and complying with postfiling procedures.
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Paying Taxes in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.lowtax.net/information/saint-kitts/
See “offshore Legal and Tax Regimes” on this site
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Paying Taxes in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/st-kitts-and-nevis/paying-taxes
This site provides a table of tax obligations in St. Kitts including VAT (17%)
Visas
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St Kitts And Nevis Visa and Passport Requirements
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/st-kitts-and-nevis/passport-visa
St Kitts And Nevis visa and passport requirements & Embassy information
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St. Kitts & Nevis – State
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/st-kitts-nevis.html
See “Entry, Exit & Visa Requirements” on this US State Department site
Infrastructure
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Saint Kitts and Nevis Transportation – Taxi, Train, Bus
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Caribbean_and_Central_America/Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis/Transportation-Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis-TG-C-1.html
88 tips on getting to and getting around Saint Kitts and Nevis from real travelers
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St. Kitts Transportation | Caribya!
http://caribya.com/st.kitts/transportation/
Transportation Options for St. Kitts Pick one of manytransportation options for exploring the terrain of St. Kitts and Nevis.
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Telecommunications in Saint Kitts and Nevis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telecommunications_in_Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis
A summary of the telcom market in St. Kitts/Nevis
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1 | Broadband in St. Kitts and Nevis
http://www.infodev.org/infodev-files/resource/InfodevDocuments_1109.pdf
A comprehensive report on Broadband in St. Kitts/Nevis
Employer Obligations
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Labor Market Regulation in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/st-kitts-and-nevis/labor-market-regulation/
This site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in St Kitts and Nevis.
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Guide to Law Online: Saint Kitts and Nevis
https://www.loc.gov/law/help/guide/nations/stkitts.php
A guide to the laws of St. Kitts and Nevis
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St Kitts & Nevis : Protection of Employment Act
http://blue.lim.ilo.org/cariblex/skn_act1.shtml
See Part II and Part III on this site
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Labor Market Regulation in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/st-kitts-and-nevis/labor-market-regulation/
This site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in St Kitts and Nevis.
Culture/Living
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Average Weather For Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis
https://weatherspark.com/averages/33729/Basseterre-St-George-Basseterre-Parish-St-Kitts-and-Nevis
This site describes the typical weather at the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis) weather station over the course of an average year.
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St. Kitts & Nevis – State
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/st-kitts-nevis.html
See “Safety and Security” on this US Department of State site
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St. Kitts and Nevis Education System
http://www.classbase.com/Countries/St-Kitts-and-Nevis/Education-System
The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College is the leading tertiary institution on St. Kitts and Nevis and offers a broad range of educational opportunities to the islanders.
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Cost of Living in Saint Kitts And Nevis
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Saint+Kitts+And+Nevis
Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Saint Kitts And Nevis.
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Expat Saint Kitts and Nevis – Expat Intelligence
http://www.expatintelligence.com/expat-saint-kitts-and-nevis.shtml
The cost of living in St. Kitts or Nevis does vary; however for the most part it is considered moderate. While it is probably more expensive than in the United States due to minimum real estate value laws
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Saint Kitts & Nevis – Culture, Customs & Etiquette
http://guide.culturecrossing.net/basics_business_student.php?id=173
Saint Kitts & Nevis – culture, greetings, gestures,etiquette, taboos, negotiations, gift-giving
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Tipping – St. Kitts Forum – TripAdvisor
https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g147374-i541-k6282376-Tipping-St_Kitts_St_Kitts_and_Nevis.html
A forum discussion on tipping practices in St. Kitts/Nevis
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Nevis Weather – Nevis, St. Kitts
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g147377-s208/Nevis:Caribbean:Weather.And.When.To.Go.html
Nevis is in the tropics, but it is a small island cooled by almost constant breezes off of the ocean, so it never gets really hot. The weather also doesn’t change much all year round on Nevis
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St Kitts and Nevis travel advice – GOV.UK
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/st-kitts-and-nevis/safety-and-security
Most visits are trouble-free, but there have been incidents of crime including murder, armed robbery and sexual assault.
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St Kitts & Nevis public holidays – Lonely Planet
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/st-kitts-and-nevis/public-holidays
Quick reference guide to public holidays dates in St Kitts & Nevis.
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The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/sc.html
See “People and Society” on this CIA site
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Demographics of Saint Kitts and Nevis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_Saint_Kitts_and_Nevis
iThis site discusses the demographics of the population of Saint Kitts and Nevis, including population density,ethnicity, religious affiliations and other aspects of the population
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Independent Schools in St Kitts and Nevis
http://www.commonwealthofnations.org/sectors-st_kitts_and_nevis/education/independent_schools/
There are 12 years of compulsory education starting at age five. Primary school comprises seven years and secondary five, with cycles of three and two years. Some 74% of pupils complete primary school
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Saint Kitts and Nevis Public Holidays 2016
http://holidayyear.com/holidays/Saint-Kitts-and-Nevis
List of Saint Kitts and Nevis public holidays, national holiday celebrations, bank holidays
Trade
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://cape-verde.visahq.com/customs/
A summary of import and export regulations
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SICE: Countries: Saint Kitts and Nevis : Trade Policy
http://www.sice.oas.org/ctyindex/KNA/KNAagreements_e.asp
A listing of St. Kitts/Nevis trade agreements
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WTO | Saint Kitts and Nevis – Member information
https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/countries_e/st_kitts_nevis_e.htm
This site provides key information on Saint Kitts and Nevis’ participation in the WTO. Saint Kitts and Nevis has been a member of WTO since 21 February 1996 and a member of GATT since 24 March 1994.
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Saint Kitts and Nevis customs
https://saint-kitts-nevis.visahq.com/customs/
Saint Kitts and Nevis customs … Export Regulations by Saint Kitts and Nevis customs.
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IATA – St. Kitts-Nevis Customs, Currency & Airport Tax
IATA - St. Kitts-Nevis Customs, Currency & Airport Tax
Customs regulations for individuals entering St. Kitts/Nevis
Housing and Rentals
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The 10 Best Hotels in St. Kitts and Nevis
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g147373-St_Kitts_and_Nevis-Hotels.html
A listing of the top hotels in St.Kitts/Nevis
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Apartments in St Kitts | stkittstourism.kn
http://www.stkittstourism.kn/explore-st-kitts-accommodations-apartments.php
A guide to apartments, condos, guest houses and B&Bs in St. Kitts/Nevis
Travel
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St. Kitts and Nevis Travel Guide | Fodor’s Travel
http://www.fodors.com/world/caribbean/st-kitts-and-nevis
Expert picks for your St. Kitts and Nevis vacation
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St. Kitts and Nevis Travel Guide | Travel + Leisure
http://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/st-kitts-nevis
A guide to hotels, restaurants and things to do in St. Kitts/Nevis