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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.

Neem tree pic with rising sun

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.

Dominica rainforest boat

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

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