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DOMINICA CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM
Sa ka fet – How are you?
Nicknamed the Nature Isle of the Caribbean, Dominica, officially named the Commonwealth of Dominica, is known for its natural environment and offerings of eco-tourism. The island has lush mountainous rainforests, and it is the home of many rare plants, animals, and bird species. Dominica is also known for its 365 rivers, and its collection of hot water springs and waterfalls. The people speak French-Creole due to its history of English and French colonisation. Come to Dominica, the Nature Isle.
About Dominica Citizenship by Investment
The island launched its Citizenship by Investment Program back in 1993 making it one of the longer running citizenship programmes in the region. There are two options available for clients under the Dominica Citizenship by Investment program.
Benefits of investing in Dominica
Visa-free travel to over 115 countries around the world including the entire European Union, Switzerland, UK, Singapore, Russia, Brazil, and Hong Kong.
Passport in 4-6 months
No Residency or travel requirements as condition for citizenship
Dual citizenship
Confidential Due Diligence process
Short processing time
Citizenship for life that is inheritable
No interview required
No taxes for non-residents
Low CIP fees
Investment Options
Applicants will be required to confirm one of the following investment options.
The Dominica Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)
Requirements Of Dominica Citizenship By Investment
To obtain citizenship of Dominica, you don’t need to speak the language and there are also no obligations to live in the country. The main applicant must demonstrate that he/she is:
Age of 18 and older and in good health
Good character with no criminal record
Proof of source of funds
Successful due diligence check
Dominica Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)
The Dominica Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) finances public and private sector projects in the country in an effort to increase national development and support the island’s social progress and financial security. Public sector projects identified for financing by the fund include renovating the local hospital, building new schools, constructing a national sports stadium, and promoting the Island of Dominica offshore industry. Private sector projects financed by the fund primarily focus on advancing the nation’s information technology, tourism, and agricultural sectors.
Candidates applying under the government donation option must agree to pay the total amount specified by the program within 30 days of receiving an Approval in Principle letter from the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU).
| Government Fees for EDF | Main Applicant | Main Applicant and Spouse | Main Applicant, Spouse and up to 2 children | Main Applicant, Spouse and up to 2 children (Application with sibling 18-25) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Processing fees |
US$1,000 |
US$1,000 per person |
US$1,000 per person |
US$1,000 per person |
|
Contribution to NDF |
US$100,000 |
US$150,000 |
US$175,000
Additional Dependents US$25,000 each |
US$175,000 Siblings- additional US$50,000 each |
|
Due Diligence |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 per person Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 per person |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$4,000 Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 per person Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 per person |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$4,000 Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 per person Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 per person |
Real Estate Investment
As the nature isle, Dominica has a thriving and award winning eco-tourism product. Businessmen and women from around the world have been strategically investing in luxury resorts and other real estate options and so the sector has grown a lot over the past few years. Under the Real Estate investment option, an applicant must buy approved real estate in the country for at least US$200,000 and maintain ownership for a minimum of three years. If the applicant maintains ownership for five years, they are eligible to re-sell the property under the Citizenship by Investment Program.
| Government Fees for Real Estate Option | Main Applicant | Main Applicant and Spouse | Main Applicant, Spouse and up to 2 children (family of four) | Main Applicant, Spouse and up to 2 children (Application with sibling 18-25) | Families of six and above (no sibling of Main Applicant or Spouse) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Processing fees |
US$1,000 |
US$1,000 per person |
US$1,000 per person |
US$1,000 per person |
US$1,000 per person |
|
Minimum Real Estate Investment |
US$200,000 |
US$200,000 |
US$200,000 |
US$200,000 |
US$200,000 |
|
Due Diligence |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 per person Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 per person |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$4,000 Dependents 12 to 16: USD$2,000 each Dependents under 12 years of age: Free Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 per person Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 per person |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$4,000 Dependents 12 to 16: USD$2,000 each Dependents under 12 years of age: Free Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 per person Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 per person |
Main Applicant: US$7,500 Spouse: US$4,000 Dependents 16yrs and over: US$4,000 Dependents 12 to 16: USD$2,000 each Dependents under 12 years of age: Free Certificate of Naturalisation Fee: US$250 per person Passport Fee: US$60 OR Expedited Passport Issuance Fee: US$1,200 per person |
|
Government fees due upon approval |
US$25,000 |
US$35,000 |
US$35,000 |
Sibling of the Main Applicant or of the Spouse:
Aged 18-25: US$50,000 Aged 17 and under: US$25,000 |
Family of up to six persons: US$50,000 Family of seven persons or more: US$70,000 |
Real Estate Options for Dominca
How to Apply
Steps to Commonwealth of Dominica Passport
Dominica Citizenship by Investment is administered by Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU), a special department within the Department of Finance that handles all matters regarding economic citizenship including management and adjudication of applications, enforcement of regulations, and marketing of the program abroad.
Step 1
Confirm your investment option with us, an Authorized Agent of the Caribbean economic citizenship program.
Step 2
Conduct an initial inquiry as part of the regulatory process
Step 3
Government application form is completed and supporting documents obtained to submit to the approving body for processing.
Step 4
Upon receiving a new citizenship by investment Dominica file, it takes the Government approximately 60 to 90 days to fully process the application and complete the necessary due diligence procedures.
Step 5
After clearing due diligence, the client will be issued a CBIU Letter of Approval in Principle and must now make the prescribed investment by either completing the purchase of approved real estate or wiring the relevant financial donation to the Government.
Step 6
Once the CBIU verifies that the appropriate investment has been actualized in its entirety, a signed and notarized Oath of Allegiance will be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Labour.
Step 7
Upon approval by the Prime Minister of Dominica, the client will be promptly issued a Certificate of Naturalization and will receive a Dominica passport within seven days.
Requirements of
Dominica Citizenship By Investment
To obtain citizenship of Dominica, you don’t need to speak the language and there are also no obligations to live in the country. The main applicant must demonstrate that he/she is:
Age of 18 and older and in good health
Good character with no criminal record
Proof of source of funds
Successful due diligence check
In your application you may also include:
A spouse of the main applicant
Children of the main applicant under the age of 18
Children 18 – 30 years old must be substantially supported by the main applicant
Children over 18 with a mental or physical challenge and substantially supported by the main applicant (no age limitation)
Parents or grandparents over 55 years old