How long must I hold the Saint Lucia government bonds?

The Saint Lucia government bonds carry a mandatory five-year holding period, measured from the date the bonds are initially issued and registered in your name.

During this time the bonds cannot be redeemed early. Because they are non-interest-bearing, you should plan around the fact that the capital is committed for the full five years without earning a return. After the holding period, the bonds mature according to the programme's terms.