Foreigners can obtain Grenada citizenship by descent, marriage, naturalisation, and investment. Commonwealth, British, and Irish citizens are also eligible for a passport by registration.
In this article, we describe all the ways to obtain Grenada citizenship.
There are seven primary ways to obtain the country’s citizenship:
Investment is the most popular option, allowing foreigners to obtain Grenada citizenship within at least eight months. There are also no requirements for living in the country.
Under the Grenada Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Program, investors make a non-refundable contribution to the Grenadian National Transformation Fund or buy property in the country.
Starting July 1st, 2024, Grenada, along with Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, St Lucia, and St Kitts and Nevis, has increased the minimum investment threshold to $200,000. The new minimum investment amount in Grenada is $235,000.
Grenada’s citizenship by investment program offers two main options:
Both routes provide a Grenadian passport with benefits for individuals and families.
To obtain Grenada citizenship by investment, applicants can purchase real estate for at least $270,000 from a government-approved list. This amount allows them to acquire a share in a project. If they prefer full ownership, they can buy a villa or an apartment for at least $350,000. The sum is flat, and the investor's expenses depend only on the additional fees.
The property can be rented out, yielding 2 to 5% annually. After five years, the real estate can be sold, and the invested money is returned.
The applicant invests in the National Transformation Fund, which uses the money to support healthcare, education, and agriculture in Grenada.
The required sum depends on the family composition: a single investor and a family of up to four people pay $235,000. For each additional family member, starting from the fifth one, the applicant contributes an extra $25,000.
When participating in the Grenada CBI program, investors pay:
Investors who purchase real estate also pay a state fee and a share registration fee. The registration fee is about $11,000. The state fee depends on the number of applicants: a family of up to four people pays $50,000, and additional expenses arise for the 5th applicant and beyond.
The investor who participates in the Grenada CBI program must be over 18, have no criminal record, no visa and citizenship refusals, be in good health, and have a legal source of income.
The program allows the inclusion of close family members, including:
Applicants must submit all documents electronically, ensuring they are scanned in colour, translated into English, and certified.
The required documents include:
Grenadian authorities may request additional documents depending on the applicant’s background and personal situation.
According to the experience of Immigrant Invest’s lawyers, obtaining Grenada citizenship by investment takes at least eight months. The investor does not need to come to the country at any stage.
Getting Grenadian citizenship by naturalisation is possible for foreigners who have lived in the country for five years and want to make it their permanent home. Applicants need to meet certain residency rules, prove good character, and show they plan to stay in Grenada.
Any person of full age can apply for citizenship by naturalisation if they have lived in Grenada for 12 months immediately preceding the application and for at least five years out of the seven years prior to the said 12-month period.
Those serving the Government of Grenada are exempt from the full residency requirement.
Other requirements the foreigner must meet include being of good character, knowing English, and intending to reside in Grenada.
The applicant must provide the following:
Upon filing the application, the foreigner pays a fee of EC$7,500, or roughly $2,780, to the Government of Grenada.
To apply for Grenada citizenship by naturalisation, the foreigner must first obtain some kind of residence permit, such as one for employment. To maintain the status of a resident, they must meet the requirements under which the permit was granted throughout its entire validity period.
Subsequently, the foreigner can obtain permanent residence if they intend to continue living in the country. After six years, they are eligible to apply for citizenship.
A foreigner married to a Grenadian national can obtain the country’s citizenship by marriage.
Upon filing an application, they submit the following:
The Grenadian spouse must also provide some documents: a birth certificate, a citizenship certificate, and a signed and dated letter of consent.
The documents are submitted to the Department of Home Affairs, and the application is considered within 1 to 12 months.
The application fee varies based on the spouse's citizenship status:
Persons born in Grenada are considered citizens by birth. This also applies to children found in the country if their parents are unknown.
Foreigners with at least one parent who is a Grenadian citizen can obtain the passport by descent. The main requirement is to prove their parentage.
Adopted minors obtain citizenship if at least one of their adopters is a citizen of Grenada.
Documents. Applicants seeking Grenada citizenship by descent must submit the following documents:
If citizenship is obtained on the grounds of adoption, adopters also provide an adoption certificate.
All documents are submitted to the Department of Home Affairs. The processing time can take several months, depending on the volume of applications.
Fee. The applicant pays EC$250, or roughly $92.
Nationals of Ireland and Commonwealth states, such as the UK, India, Sri Lanka, Vanuatu, and others, can be registered as Grenadian citizens if they have lived in the country for five years. Those who have served under the Government of Grenada are exempt from residing in the country for the full term.
They must also be of good character, have an adequate knowledge of English, and intend to continue living in Grenada.
Documents. Applicants must provide the following papers:
The documents are submitted to the Department of Home Affairs.
Fee. EC$250, or roughly $92.
Grenada issues several types of passports, each serving different purposes and categories of citizens. While most people, including investors, receive the standard passport, other forms, such as diplomatic and emergency passports, are available for specific circumstances.
A standard passport is issued to all citizens of Grenada and grants all the rights of citizenship. Investors obtain this type of passport.
This document is valid for 10 years for adults and 5 years for minors under 18. To renew it, the citizen provides an application form, proof of identity, passport-size photos, and their current passport. The processing time is 2 to 4 weeks.
The new passport is issued based on a citizenship certificate, which is granted for life and does not need to be renewed.
Diplomatic passport. This passport is issued to government officials, ambassadors, and consuls who require diplomatic immunity and privileges. It can be used only for official visits, not personal trips.
Emergency passport. An emergency passport is granted to individuals who need to travel urgently but do not have access to their regular passport. This document can be issued in situations such as a death in the family, urgent medical treatment, or evacuation from a dangerous situation.
1. Increased global mobility. Grenada citizens enjoy visa-free access to 162 countries, including Schengen states, South Korea, Singapore, and Caribbean nations like Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, and St Lucia.
The UK and China have visa-free agreements with Grenada. Thus, Grenadians can enter these countries freely and spend up to 30 days in China and up to 180 days in the UK annually.
2. Tourist and business visas to the US. Grenadians can secure a B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa to the US, valid for 10 years. With it, they can travel or get medical treatment for up to 180 days per year.
Investors can also obtain an E-2 visa if they buy or establish a business in the U.S. With it, they are allowed to live, study, and work in the country. Initially, the visa is valid for two years and can be extended an unlimited number of times, provided that the holder maintains the investment.
3. Attractive tax system. Grenada does not impose income or corporate taxes on earnings from outside the country. There are also no taxes on wealth, inheritance, or capital gains.
4. Opportunity to expand a business. Foreigners can register companies in Grenada and facilitate cooperation with international partners. Entrepreneurs' personal information is not entered into the commercial registry, allowing foreigners to secure their data.
Grenadian companies can easily operate in Caribbean Community countries, such as Antigua and Barbuda or Dominica because the area has a unified market with a free flow of labour, money, and products.
Additionally, Grenadian citizens face low risks of bank account refusals in many global banks, including those in Europe.
5. Securing a safe haven. Citizens of Grenada can enter the country under any circumstances, regardless of whether the borders are closed. This is especially helpful if instabilities occur in one's country of residence.
6. Dual citizenship. Grenada allows dual and multiple citizenships, so citizens do not need to renounce their other nationalities. This applies only if the other countries also permit dual citizenship.
7. Holidays in a tropical paradise. Grenada is a beautiful and peaceful island with a small population of around 125,500 people and a close connection to nature. There are plenty of wonders, such as Annandale Falls, Grand Etang National Park, Morne Rouge Bay, and Levera National Park.
The country has a pleasant climate with air temperatures over +20°C all year round and the sun shining often. The water temperature varies from +25°C to +29°C, making it a perfect place to spend family holidays.
Grenadians enjoy visa-free entry to the Schengen Area, the UK, China, and various Caribbean states.
Some countries, such as Bhutan or Cambodia, require Grenadians to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) in advance or a visa upon arrival at customs. These processes are quicker than standard visa applications and can be completed in just a few minutes.
| Country | Region | Condition of entry |
| Albania | Europe | eTA |
| Andorra | Europe | Visa-free |
| Angola | Africa | Visa-free |
| Antigua and Barbuda | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Argentina | South America | Visa-free |
| Armenia | Middle East | eTA |
| Australia | Oceania | eTA |
| Austria | Europe | Visa-free |
| Bahamas | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Bahrain | Middle East | eTA |
| Bangladesh | Asia | Visa-free |
| Barbados | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Belgium | Europe | Visa-free |
| Belize | Central America | Visa-free |
| Benin | Africa | eTA |
| Bhutan | Asia | eTA |
| Bolivia | South America | Visa upon arrival |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Europe | Visa-free |
| Botswana | Africa | Visa-free |
| Bulgaria | Europe | Visa-free |
| Burkina Faso | Africa | eTA |
| Burundi | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Cambodia | Asia | Visa upon arrival |
| Cameroon | Africa | eTA |
| Cape Verde | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Chile | South America | Visa-free |
| China | Asia | Visa-free |
| Colombia | South America | Visa-free |
| Comoros | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Congo-Kinshasa | Africa | eTA |
| Costa Rica | Central America | Visa-free |
| Croatia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Cuba | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Cyprus | Europe | Visa-free |
| Czechia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Côte d’Ivoire | Africa | eTA |
| Denmark | Europe | Visa-free |
| Djibouti | Africa | eTA |
| Dominica | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Dominican Republic | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Ecuador | South America | Visa-free |
| Egypt | Middle East | Visa upon arrival |
| Equatorial Guinea | Africa | eTA |
| Estonia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Eswatini | Africa | Visa-free |
| Ethiopia | Africa | eTA |
| Fiji | Oceania | Visa-free |
| Finland | Europe | Visa-free |
| France | Europe | Visa-free |
| Gabon | Africa | eTA |
| Gambia | Africa | Visa-free |
| Georgia | Europe | eTA |
| Germany | Europe | Visa-free |
| Greece | Europe | Visa-free |
| Guinea | Africa | eTA |
| Guinea-Bissau | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Guyana | South America | Visa-free |
| Haiti | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Honduras | Central America | Visa-free |
| Hungary | Europe | Visa-free |
| Iceland | Europe | Visa-free |
| India | Asia | eTA |
| Iran | Middle East | eTA |
| Ireland | Europe | Visa-free |
| Israel | Middle East | Visa-free |
| Italy | Europe | Visa-free |
| Jamaica | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Jordan | Middle East | Visa upon arrival |
| Kazakhstan | Asia | eTA |
| Kenya | Africa | Visa-free |
| Kiribati | Oceania | Visa-free |
| Kyrgyzstan | Asia | eTA |
| Laos | Asia | Visa upon arrival |
| Latvia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Lesotho | Africa | Visa-free |
| Liechtenstein | Europe | Visa-free |
| Lithuania | Europe | Visa-free |
| Luxembourg | Europe | Visa-free |
| Madagascar | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Malawi | Africa | Visa-free |
| Malaysia | Asia | Visa-free |
| Maldives | Asia | Visa upon arrival |
| Malta | Europe | Visa-free |
| Mauritania | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Mauritius | Africa | Visa-free |
| Micronesia | Oceania | Visa-free |
| Moldova | Europe | Visa-free |
| Monaco | Europe | Visa-free |
| Mongolia | Asia | eTA |
| Montenegro | Europe | Visa-free |
| Mozambique | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Nepal | Asia | Visa upon arrival |
| Netherlands | Europe | Visa-free |
| Nicaragua | Central America | Visa upon arrival |
| Nigeria | Africa | eTA |
| Norway | Europe | Visa-free |
| Oman | Middle East | eTA |
| Pakistan | Middle East | eTA |
| Palau | Oceania | Visa upon arrival |
| Panama | Central America | Visa-free |
| Papua New Guinea | Oceania | eTA |
| Peru | South America | Visa-free |
| Philippines | Asia | Visa-free |
| Poland | Europe | Visa-free |
| Portugal | Europe | Visa-free |
| Romania | Europe | Visa-free |
| Russia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Rwanda | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Samoa | Oceania | Visa upon arrival |
| San Marino | Europe | Visa-free |
| Senegal | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Serbia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Seychelles | Africa | Visa-free |
| Sierra Leone | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Singapore | Asia | Visa-free |
| Slovakia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Slovenia | Europe | Visa-free |
| Solomon Islands | Oceania | Visa upon arrival |
| Somalia | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| South Korea | Asia | eTA |
| South Sudan | Africa | eTA |
| Spain | Europe | Visa-free |
| Sri Lanka | Asia | eTA |
| St Kitts and Nevis | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| St Lucia | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| St Vincent and Grenadines | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Suriname | South America | Visa-free |
| Sweden | Europe | Visa-free |
| Switzerland | Europe | Visa-free |
| São Tomé and Príncipe | Africa | eTA |
| Tajikistan | Asia | eTA |
| Tanzania | Africa | Visa-free |
| Thailand | Asia | eTA |
| Timor-Leste | Asia | Visa upon arrival |
| Togo | Africa | Visa upon arrival |
| Tonga | Oceania | Visa upon arrival |
| Trinidad and Tobago | The Caribbean | Visa-free |
| Tunisia | Africa | Visa-free |
| Turkey | Europe | Visa upon arrival |
| Tuvalu | Oceania | Visa upon arrival |
| Uganda | Africa | Visa-free |
| Ukraine | Europe | Visa-free |
| United Kingdom | Europe | Visa-free |
| Uruguay | South America | Visa-free |
| Uzbekistan | Asia | Visa-free |
| Vanuatu | Oceania | Visa-free |
| Venezuela | South America | Visa-free |
| Vietnam | Asia | eTA |
| Zambia | Africa | Visa-free |
| Zimbabwe | Africa | Visa-free |
Grenada citizenship is attractive for several reasons:
No, Grenada citizens cannot enter the US without a visa. However, they can get a B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa that is valid for 10 years.
No, Grenadians are not British citizens. Although Grenada was a British colony, it has been an independent country since 1974, with its own passport. Grenadians can apply for UK citizenship under the same conditions as other foreign nationals.
Foreigners can get Grenada citizenship under the following grounds:
Citizenship by investment is the fastest path, with passports issued within eight months or more. The main requirement is to contribute at least $235,000 to the Grenada economy.
Permanent residence in Grenada can be obtained by persons of good character who have the intention to reside permanently in the country.
To become a citizen by naturalisation, the foreigner must live in Grenada for the 12 months immediately preceding the citizenship application and for at least five out of the seven years before these 12 months. Additionally, applicants must be of good character, know English, and intend to reside in Grenada.
After six years of residence, the foreigner submits an application and personal documents to the Department of Home Affairs.
Obtaining citizenship by investment in Grenada takes at least eight months. The process involves signing an agreement with Immigrant Invest, collecting documents, passing Due Diligence, undergoing an interview, and making the investment.
It depends on the basis for obtaining citizenship. Acquiring a Grenada second passport by naturalisation requires living in the country for at least six years. Becoming a citizen by descent or marriage is possible if a foreigner has close family members who are Grenadians.
The easiest way to obtain the country’s citizenship is by investment. This requires a contribution of a minimum of $235,000 and a waiting time of eight or more months. Foreigners who get Grenada passports by investment, do not need to have family ties with the country’s nationals, pass citizenship tests, or live in Grenada.
Yes, the US allows dual citizenship with Grenada, as both countries permit holding multiple passports.
Yes, Grenada citizenship is granted for life and can be passed on to future generations. If an investor obtains Grenada citizenship by investment, their children can also become Grenadian citizens.
Children can either be included in the investor’s citizenship application as dependants or apply later by descent if at least one parent is already a Grenadian citizen. In both cases, the family relationship must be confirmed with official documents, such as birth certificates.
