Dominica
The Caribbean's Untamed Paradise
What We Are Offering
About Dominica
154
Visa Free Countries
$200,000
Minimum Investment
6 – 12
Months Processing Time
Benefits of Dominica Citizenship
No Minimum Stay Required
Whether before, during, or after your Dominica Citizenship by Investment application, there is no mandatory minimum physical presence on the island.
Enjoy Superior Living Standards
Dominica boasts one of the lowest crime rates in the Caribbean, ensuring a safe and high-quality living environment.
Benefit from Tax Advantages
Achieve Caribbean tax residency by spending more than 183 days in Dominica, allowing you to capitalize on favourable tax benefits.
Gain Global Mobility with a Dominica Passport
Travel seamlessly to over 150 countries with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access, eliminating the need for advance visa arrangements.
Who Could be Included
Who Can Get Dominica Citizenship
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Have no criminal record
- Possess good character
- Be free from contagious diseases
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Have a clean criminal history
- Exhibit good character
- Free from contagious diseases
- Under 18: Must be the child of the investor or their spouse
- Aged 18-30: Must be enrolled in a recognized higher education institution and primarily financially supported by the investor or spouse
- Unmarried Daughters Under 25: Must reside with the investor and spouse and be entirely dependent on them
- Children with Disabilities Over 18: Must receive significant support from the investor or spouse
- Must be over 65 years old
- Must be primarily financially dependent on the investor or spouse
Program Requirements
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Option 1: Contribute to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)
To acquire Dominica citizenship, you can make a non-refundable donation to the EDF. The required contributions are as follows:
- $200,000 for a single applicant
- $150,000 for a married couple
- $175,000 for a family of up to four (including the main applicant and three dependents)
- $25,000 for each additional dependent under 18
- $50,000 for each additional dependent aged 18 or older
Additionally, applicants must pay processing fees of $1,000 per application, along with due diligence fees of $7,500 for the main applicant, $4,000 for a spouse, and $4,000 for dependents aged 16 and above. There are also Certificate of Naturalisation fees of $250 and expedited passport issuance fees of $1,200 per person.
Option 2: Invest in Real Estate
Another path to Dominica citizenship is through purchasing property valued at a minimum of $200,000 in a government-approved real estate project. The investment must be held for at least three years. After five years, the property can be resold under the citizenship program.
Additional Requirements and Benefits
To qualify for the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme, applicants must sign an oath of allegiance to the Commonwealth of Dominica before a notary public, justice of the peace, or commissioner of oaths. There is no requirement to reside in Dominica to maintain citizenship. Moreover, Dominica does not impose personal income, wealth, gift, inheritance, foreign income, or capital gains taxes on residents.
As a citizen of Dominica, you benefit from visa-free travel to Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The Dominica passport offers longer validity and is easier to renew compared to a Schengen visa.
Common Questions
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Natural Beauty and Lifestyle Dominica is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, featuring lush green forests and pristine sandy beaches. The island offers a serene environment with unspoiled land and rolling hills. English is the official language, and French is widely spoken among locals.
Travel and Mobility As a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dominican citizens enjoy the benefit of visa-free travel within the 20 CARICOM countries. Additionally, Dominican passport holders can travel visa-free or obtain visas on arrival in 154 countries, including China, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Additional Benefits Dominican citizenship includes receiving additional biometric identification documents, such as a national ID, tax ID, and driver’s license. The Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme is also the most cost-effective option in the Caribbean for single applicants.
To be eligible for the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme, applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have an exemplary character
- Be in good health
- Have a clean criminal record
Applicants must also demonstrate the financial capacity to make the required investment, either through a donation to the Economic Diversification Fund or a real estate purchase.
Application Process Duration
Dominica offers a fast-track citizenship by investment process. You can obtain citizenship and a passport within four to five months of your initial application, allowing visa-free access to 154 countries.
Investment Options for Dominica Citizenship
Option 1: Economic Diversification Fund Donation
- A non-refundable donation to the EDF supports public and private sector projects in Dominica. The minimum donation is $200,000 for a single applicant, with higher amounts required for additional family members.
Option 2: Real Estate Investment
- Purchase government-approved real estate worth at least $200,000. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of three years.
Residency Requirements
There is no requirement to reside in Dominica before or after obtaining citizenship.
The following family members can be included in your application:
- Spouse
- Dependent children
- Dependent parents and grandparents over 65
- Dependent siblings aged 18 to 25 who are unmarried and have no children
Passport Validity
A Dominican passport is valid for 10 years and can be renewed thereafter. Passports issued to children under 16 are valid for five years. As of July 2021, biometric passports are also available.
Language Requirements
Applicants do not need to speak English to apply for Dominica citizenship.
Citizenship by Marriage
Once you obtain Dominican citizenship, you can pass on your citizenship status through marriage and to future generations by descent.