Updated on November 4, 2026
Dominica citizenship
by investment
The most cost-effective CBI program in the Caribbean for unlocking global opportunities
Download the guide Calculate the cost$200,000+ Minimum investment
6+ months Obtaining period
5 years Return on investment
The Dominica citizenship by investment, CBI, programme has been steadily operating since 1993.
The Dominica passport is typically issued within 6 months, though it can sometimes take longer. The process is remote and confidential.
Investors can choose from two options: contributing to a government fund or participating in a real estate project.
The entire investor’s family can participate in the Dominica economic citizenship programme, including a spouse, children, parents, and grandparents.
10 main benefits of the Dominica citizenship by investment programme
Visa-free entry to 163 countries
The Dominica passport allows holders to travel to 163 countries without a visa. This includes destinations such as the Schengen Area, China, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Low investment threshold
Applicants invest a minimum of $200,000 in the country’s economy to receive a Dominica second passport. This is the lowest requirement among the Caribbean countries.
Fast processing time
Citizenship applications are processed within 6 months or more, ensuring a relatively quick path to obtaining citizenship.
Return on investment
Programme applicants can sell their purchased property after the minimum holding period of 3 or 5 years and recoup their investment. During ownership, they can also earn rental income ranging from 2 to 5% per annum.
Convenient service
The entire process of obtaining citizenship by investment in Dominica is carried out with the help of the authorised agent. The citizenship-obtaining procedure is remote and confidential.
Reliable program
The Dominica citizenship program has been successfully operating for over 30 years, demonstrating its reliability and stability.
Pathway to dual citizenship
Dominica allows dual citizenship. Foreigners don’t need to renounce their other passports upon obtaining citizenship in Dominica.
Educational opportunities
Dominica citizens may be eligible for Commonwealth Scholarships to study in the UK.
Opportunity to optimise taxes
Non-residents of Dominica are only taxed on income earned within the country.
Tax residents enjoy no taxes on wealth, gifts, inheritance, or capital gains.
Right to reside in Dominica
Dominica citizens can enter the country at any time, even if borders are closed to tourists.
The warm climate makes the country an attractive destination for year-round vacations.
Practical guide to obtaining Dominica citizenship
- Step-by-step procedure
- Requirements for applicants
- Necessary documents
- Answers to frequently asked questions
PDF, 36 pages, 12 MB
Who is eligible for Dominica citizenship?
Investor
- Over 18
- With a clean criminal record
- Without visa refusals from countries with which Dominica has visa-free arrangements
- Without citizenship refusals
- With legal income
- Has passed Due Diligence
Spouse
- Of the opposite sex
- In an official marriage with the investor
- With a clean criminal record
Children under 18
- Common children of the spouses
- From a previous marriage of the investor or the spouse — with the consent of the other parent
Children aged 18 to 30
- Studying at a university
- Financially dependent on the investor
Daughters under 25
- Unmarried
- Living with and fully dependent on the investor
Parents and grandparents
- Over 65
- Financially dependent on the investor
Investment options and requirements for obtaining Dominica citizenship
1st option
Non-refundable contribution
$200,000+
The investor makes a contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund, which utilises the money to enhance education and healthcare services. Another key area of investment is in green energy projects, particularly those that leverage thermal lakes.
The applicant is also responsible for paying processing, Due Diligence, and other fees. The total expenses associated with participating in the Dominica CBI programme vary based on the number and ages of family members included in the application.
| Contribution to the fund | $200,000 — for a single investor
$250,000 — for a family of up to 4 people $25,000 — per applicant under 18, starting with the fifth family member $40,000 — per applicant aged 18 and over, starting with the fifth family member |
| Due Diligence | $7,500 — for an investor
$4,000 — per family member aged 16 and over |
| Processing fee | $1,250 — for an investor
$250 — per family member |
| Interview | $1,000 — per applicant aged 16 and over |
| Certificate of naturalisation fee | $500 — per applicant |
| Passport fee | $300 — per applicant |
2nd option
Purchase of government-approved real estate $200,000+
Investors can choose from over 50 approved properties, primarily consisting of five-star hotels and infrastructure such as marinas.
Under the terms of the Dominica real estate citizenship by investment programme, properties can be resold after 3 years to someone not participating in the programme. Selling property to another programme participant is permitted after 5 years of ownership.
The property can be rented out, with an annual yield of 2—5%.
| Investment amount | $200,000 — regardless of the number of applicants |
| State fee | $75,000 — for a single investor
$100,000 — for a family of up to 4 people $25,000 — per applicant under 18, starting with the fifth family member $40,000 — per applicant over 18, starting with the fifth family member |
| Due Diligence | $7,500 — for an investor
$4,000 — per family member aged 16 and over |
| Processing fee | $1,250 — for an investor
$250 — per family member |
| Interview | $1,000 — per applicant aged 16 and over |
| Certificate of naturalisation fee | $500 — per applicant |
| Passport fee | $250 — per applicant |
Cost of Dominica citizenship for a family of 4 people
Spouses and children aged 13 and 20
| Expenses | Fund contribution | Real estate purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Investment amount | $250,000 | $200,000 |
| State fee | — | $100,000 |
| Due Diligence | $15,500 | $15,500 |
| Processing fee | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Interview | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Certificate of naturalisation fee | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Passport fee | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $274,700 | $324,700 |
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Investment property in Dominica
Dominica, Roseau
$220,000+
Share in a resort on the coast of Dominica managed by Hilton
1—3
Dominica, Portsmouth
$220,000 — $320,000
Share in a five-star resort managed by Autograph Collections (premium branded by Marriott)
1—2
Dominica, Roseau
$216,000 — $3,800,000
Share and villas in a six-star resort
1—2
1
Why you need a licensed agent for Dominica citizenship by investment
Dominica law prohibits investors from applying for citizenship by investment on their own. To obtain a Dominica passport, one must work with a licensed agent. The agent company assists investors in preparing and submitting documents on their behalf.
Immigrant Invest is a licensed agent for the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme.
Required documents for obtaining Dominica second citizenship by investment
When applying for a Dominica passport by investment, investors must submit a comprehensive document package, including the following:
- passports of all applicants;
- passport-sized photos;
- birth certificates;
- marriage and divorce certificates, if applicable;
- documents demonstrating professional qualifications, such as diplomas and certificates;
- police clearance certificates for all applicants aged 16 and over;
- CVs for all applicants over 18;
- proof of source of funds;
- medical certificates;
- investment confirmation documents.
The application form is filled in by the Immigrant Invest lawyers, requiring only the applicant’s signature.
5 steps to obtaining Dominica investment citizenship
The process of obtaining citizenship is the same regardless of the chosen investment option. All procedures are confidential and can typically be completed remotely within 6 months or more.
1 day
Preliminary Due Diligence 1 day
Preliminary Due Diligence
An Immigrant Invest expert, certified as a Compliance Anti-Money Laundering Officer, checks the applicant’s information in international legal and business information databases to identify potential risks.
If any issues arise that could lead to the rejection of the investor’s application, Immigrant Invest will suggest solutions or alternative citizenship by investment programmes.
Upon successful completion of the preliminary Due Diligence check, the investor enters into a Services Agreement with Immigrant Invest.
2+ weeks
Document preparation and application 2+ weeks
Document preparation and application
Immigrant Invest provides the investor with a list of required documents. Lawyers then have the documents translated, notarised, and apostilled, and also fill out government forms.
3 to 6 months
Due Diligence 3 to 6 months
Due Diligence
The citizenship application initiates the Due Diligence process, which spans 3 to 6 months. This stage is conducted remotely, eliminating the need for the investor’s physical presence.
During this phase, the investor and all family members aged 16 and above are interviewed by the programme’s officer.
Up to 1 month
Fulfilment of investment conditions Up to 1 month
Fulfilment of investment conditions
After the application is approved, the investor must either make a contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund or purchase approved real estate.
Up to 1 month
Receiving the passport Up to 1 month
Receiving the passport
Investors can choose to collect their Dominica passports and naturalisation certificates at a licensed agent’s office or opt for courier delivery to their preferred address.
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Zlata Erlach, Head of the Austrian office
Extending the Dominica passport
Dominica citizenship is granted for life, but the passport must be renewed upon expiration. The standard validity of a Dominica passport is 10 years. Citizens under the age of 16 must replace their passports more frequently — every 5 years.
A passport must be renewed in the following cases:
- expiration of the current passport;
- damage, loss, or theft of the passport;
- change of name or surname.
Investors do not need to travel to Dominica to renew their passports. They can apply at the nearest Dominica consulate. Alternatively, they can enlist the help of Immigrant Invest experts, who will prepare the necessary documents, complete the government forms, and submit the application on the investor’s behalf.
The normal passport processing time is approximately 14 business days.
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Visa-free destinations with the Dominica passport
Africa
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burundi
- Gambia
- + 15 countries
- Complete list of countries
Asia
- Armenia
- Vietnam
- East Timor
- Hong Kong
- + 13 countries
- Frequently asked questions
Europe
- Austria
- Andorra
- Belarus
- Belgium
- + 36 countries
- What are the benefits of the Dominica citizenship by investment programme?
North America
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- + 12 countries
- The Dominica citizenship by investment programme, launched in 1993, is one of the cheapest CBI programmes in the world. Its other benefits include:
South America
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Venezuela
- Guyana
- + 5 countries
- Low investment amount — to become a Dominica citizen, you must invest at least $200,000.
Oceania
- Vanuatu
- Kiribati
- Micronesia
- Palau
- + 3 countries
- Fast processing time — the CBI Unit checks the investor and their family within 6+ months and issues passports.
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of the Dominica citizenship by investment programme?
The Dominica citizenship by investment program is one of the cheapest CBI programs in the world. The program was launched in 1993. The Dominica Government strictly checks the program budget to keep a high degree of transparency.
Other program benefits include:
- Low investment amount — to become a Dominica citizen, you must invest at least $200,000.
- Fast processing time — the CBI Unit checks the investor and their family within 6+ months and issues passports.
- Convenient service — Due Diligence and application processing are done remotely and confidentially.
See detailed information about the program’s features via the following links: About Dominica, Fund contribution, Real estate, or Visa-free countries.
What are the benefits of Dominica citizenship?
A person who obtains a Dominica passport by investment gets all the rights of a citizen. For example, Dominica citizens travel to over 160 countries freely: they visit the EU, China, Singapore, and Hong Kong without visas.
As a Dominica citizen, the investor also:
- Educates children in some institutions in the UK on preferential terms.
- Receives income from the real estate if they choose it as an investment option under the CBI program. Income from renting out real estate in Dominica is between 2 and 5% per annum.
- Can become a tax resident of Dominica and optimise taxes.
What are the investment conditions under the Dominica CBI programme?
The investor must choose one investment option and make a money transfer.
Investment options under the Dominica citizenship by investment programme are:
- Non-refundable contribution. The investor contributes at least $200,000 to the Dominica Economic Diversification Fund. The total investment amount depends on the number of applicants.
- Purchase of real estate. An investor chooses a property from the proposed list of projects. The minimum property price is $200,000, irrespective of the number of family members included in the application.
In addition, the investor pays state and Due Diligence fees.
How long does it take to get a Dominica passport by investment?
The Dominica Government grants economic citizenship to foreign investors in 6+ months.
Most of the time is spent on the Due Diligence check. The CBI Unit checks the investor’s financial assets, documents, and family records. The main task of the CBI Unit is to verify that the investor’s capital has been obtained legally.
The cost of Due Diligence for an investor is $7,500, plus an additional $4,000 per family member aged 16 and over.
What property can be bought under the Dominica citizenship by investment programme?
Under the Dominica CBI programme, only government-approved properties are eligible for purchase. The list includes over 50 properties, predominantly consisting of five-star hotel complexes. Investors have options to buy shares, apartments, or villas, with the investment threshold starting at $200,000.
Investors can sell real estate acquired under the Dominica citizenship by investment programme after 3 years. However, selling after 5 years is advisable because, in this case, the subsequent owner can also participate in the CBI programme, making it easier for the investor to find a buyer.
Investors earn rental income proportional to their share in the project, with annual yields ranging from 2 to 5%. With the island’s year-round tourist season, rental demand remains consistently high.
What expenses does an applicant bear in addition to the investment amount?
Besides investing in the country’s economy, the investor pays government and Due Diligence fees. For convenience, we provide the cost calculation in the table below.
Expenses for a single investor contributing to a state fund under the Dominica CBI programmeme
| Expenses | Amount |
| Main investments — a fund contribution | $100,000 |
| Due Diligence | $7,500 |
| Fees | $2,050 |
| Interview | $1,000 |
| Total | $210,050+ |
If the investor includes family members in the application, the investment amount increases by:
- $25,000 — for each additional applicant under 18, starting with the 5th;
- $40,000 — for each additional applicant over 18, starting with the 5th.
Who can join an investor and obtain Dominica citizenship?
The investor is entitled to include family members in the application:
- spouse;
- children under 30;
- parents and grandparents over 65.
Why should an investor enter into an agreement with a licensed agent?
The investor must enter into an agreement with a licensed agent to participate in the Dominica citizenship by investment program, as the investor cannot apply by themselves.
Immigrant Invest is a licensed agent of Caribbean government CBI programmes. We help to choose a programme to suit the investor’s goals and conduct a preliminary Due Diligence check that helps identify potential risks of rejection and address them promptly.
Does Dominica have dual citizenship?
Yes, Dominica allows its citizens to have dual citizenship. Therefore, investors don’t have to give up their first passports to get Dominica citizenship. However, it only works if the country of origin allows multiple citizenships, too.
What can Dominica citizenship be refused for?
Citizenship may not be granted if the investor:
- provides false information;
- has a criminal record for a serious offence.
Can Dominica citizens live in the UK?
To live in the UK, Dominica citizens must obtain a residence permit, such as a student or working visa.
Can I go to Europe with a Dominica passport?
Yes, Dominica citizens can enter the Schengen countries visa-free and spend 90 out of 180 days there.
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Let’s discuss the details
Schedule a meeting at one of the offices or online. A lawyer will analyze the situation, calculate the cost and help you find a solution based on your goals.
Zlata Erlach, Caribbean Investment Program Expert