Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme
Introduced in 1993, the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme is one of the longest-running citizenship schemes in the world. The government launched the programme to help provide financial support for the country’s economy through foreign investment.
Since its launch, the Dominica Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme has become one of the world’s foremost CBI schemes. The CBI Index ranked it the number one CBI programme for six consecutive years.
The programme offers a cost-effective route to citizenship. A single applicant can secure citizenship in the country with only a $200,000 donation. The process is also straightforward and quick, with applications being processed within 90 days on average.
Minimum Investment
$200,000
Processing Time
4-6 Months
Key Residency Benefit
Quick Application Process
About Dominica
Population
The population of Dominica is approximately 72,000 over a 750 km² surface. The population density is around 96 people per km².
Capital City
Roseau is the capital of Dominica, with a population of around 14,000. It serves as the main port and commercial hub of the country, featuring a mix of historic architecture and modern amenities.
Climate
The climate of Dominica is tropical, characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity year-round.
Currency
The Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD) has been the official currency used in Dominica since 1965. It is shared with seven other members of the Eastern Caribbean.
Languages
English is the official language of Antigua and Barbuda. The majority of the population also speaks Dominican Creole, which is widely used in informal settings.
GDP
Dominica has a GDP of $0.6 billion USD, with its economy primarily driven by agriculture, tourism, and offshore financial services.
Dominica
Officially named the Commonwealth of Dominica, Dominica is located in the eastern Caribbean Sea and was formed by volcanic activity over 26 million years ago.
The island country is known as the ‘Nature Island of the Caribbean’ due to its natural beauty. Almost the entire country is forested with remarkable waterfalls, hiking trails and glorious beaches. The country is also home to fascinating wildlife and sea life.
Dominica is committed to being at the forefront of the fight against climate change by becoming the world’s first climate-resilient nation.
Dominica is a former British colony and a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the UN, the Organization of American States, CARICOM, and other international organizations.
Benefits of a Second Citizenship in Dominica
Visa-free travel
Citizenship offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 133 countries, including the UK, the Schengen Area, and Hong Kong, greatly enhancing global mobility.
Family Visa
Citizenship allows for the inclusion of immediate family members in the application process. including dependent parents/grandparents.
Quality of Living
Dominica has beautiful natural landscapes, one of the lowest crime rates of all the Caribbean islands and a stable political environment making it an perfect retirement plan.
Fast Process
The citizenship process in Dominica is relatively quick and often completed in as little as 3 months.
Favourable Tax Regime
Dominica has no wealth, gift, inheritance, foreign income, or capital gains tax, providing significant tax planning benefits for individuals and families.
Minimum Stay Requirements
There are no minimum physical stay requirements in order to process or retain your Dominican citizenship.
Key Benefit Of Residency In Dominica
The Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme offers the most affordable route to citizenship for a single applicant, with investments starting at $200,000.
The programme also offers a quick and simple process for gaining Dominican citizenship. Applications are processed within 90 days of the submission date, on average. Donations/investments are only payable once the application has been approved.
Once Dominican citizenship has been approved, applicants are issued a passport from the country. Dominica passport holders are granted visa-free travel to over 130 countries, including China, the Schengen Area, the UK, Singapore and Hong Kong.
How to obtain Residency in Dominica
A non-refundable contribution
A Non-Refundable Contribution into the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) with a minimum investment amount of $200,000 for a single applicant and $250,000 for a main applicant and up to three qualifying dependents.
A $25,000 contribution is required for each additional dependent under 18 years old, or $40,000 for each over 18 years old.
Real estate investment
Investment into a government approved real estate project with a minimum investment amount of $200,000
Real estate properties include a selection of hand-picked projects which include exclusive five-star resorts that are managed by top international hotel brands and can be re-sold after 3 or 5 years, depending on who the seller is, without affecting citizenship status.
Government fees apply on top of the required real estate investment amount for those who choose a real estate investment option.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dominica recognises dual citizenship. This allows individuals to retain their original citizenship while becoming citizens of Dominica.
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To be eligible for the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme, the primary applicant requirements are:
Be over 18 years old
Be in good health
Have a clean criminal record
Be of good character and pass detailed due diligence and background checks
Have enough funds to make the investments and be able to provide proof of funds from a legal source
Not be from a banned nation, including Northern Iraq, North Korea, Syria, Sudan, Russia, Kurdistan and Belarus (apart from certain exceptions)
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Family members can be included in the application. The principal investor can include:
Spous
Children under the age of 18
Children between the age of 18 and 30, as long as they are students and financially dependent
Dependent unmarried daughter under the age of 25 years old who is living with the applicants
Dependent children over the age of 18, provided that they have a physical or mental disability
Dependent Parents or Grandparents of either spouse over the age of 65
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Dominica offers an attractive tax regime. For non-tax residents, there is no capital gains, inheritance tax, income or wealth tax on worldwide income or assets.
Citizenship Programmes
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Antigua & Barbuda
Investment: 230,000 USD
Visa Free Travel
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Dominica
Investment: 200,000 USD
Quick Application Process
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Grenada
Investment: 235,000 USD
Affordable Citizenship Options
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Malta
Investment : 680,000 EUR
Route to a European Passport
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St. Kitts & Nevis
Investment: 250,000 USD
Fast-Track Route to Citizenship
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St. Lucia
Investment: 240,000 USD
Affordable Route to Citizenship
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Turkey
Investment: 400,000 USD
Fast Relocation To The US
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Vanuatu
Investment: 130,000 USD
Quick route to Citizenship
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