Dominica

Dominica Citizenship by Investment Program

Citizenship is a function of design clarity

Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Program is one of the world’s most established and efficient frameworks for acquiring second citizenship. Introduced in 1993, it has set the global benchmark for transparency, accessibility, and value. The program transforms capital into certainty — offering investors a stable, globally respected citizenship with direct, measurable benefits.

Dominica does not sell passports. It offers permanence through discipline — a system built on due diligence, simplicity, and sovereign credibility. It is designed for individuals who value substance over spectacle and stability over speculation.

Overview of Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Program

The program grants citizenship to individuals and their families who make qualifying investments in the country’s economy. There are two primary routes:

1. A non-refundable contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF).

2. An approved real estate investment in a government-sanctioned development project.

Both pathways lead to the same outcome — full Dominican citizenship, without residency requirements or prolonged physical presence.

Dominica’s citizenship provides access to over 145 destinations worldwide, including the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong. It also offers long-term security in a politically neutral and economically stable jurisdiction.

Key Advantages

• Global Mobility: Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 145+ countries.

• No Residency Obligation: No requirement to reside in or visit Dominica before or after citizenship is granted.

• Family Inclusion: Spouse, children, parents, and siblings can be included under one application.

• Confidential Process: The entire process is discreet and government-managed.

• Efficient Timeline: Citizenship is typically granted within 3–6 months.

• Dual Citizenship Permitted: Dominica allows multiple citizenships without restrictions.

• Stable Jurisdiction: A member of the Commonwealth, CARICOM, and the United Nations — ensuring recognized and respected global standing.

Investment Routes

1. Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)
A direct contribution to Dominica’s national development fund.

• Single Applicant: USD 100,000

• Main Applicant + Spouse: USD 150,000

• Family of Four: USD 175,000

• Additional Dependents: USD 25,000 each

Funds from the EDF support national infrastructure, education, healthcare, and climate resilience projects.

2. Real Estate Investment
An investment in government-approved real estate, such as eco-resorts or boutique hotels.

• Minimum Investment: USD 200,000

• Holding Period: Minimum 3 years (5 years if reselling to another CBI applicant)

Application Process

1. Engage an Authorized Agent: All applications must be submitted through a government-licensed agent.

2. Due Diligence: Background checks are conducted by independent international agencies.

3. Submit Application: Includes personal documentation, proof of funds, and police certificates.

4. Government Review: Comprehensive assessment and approval in principle.

5. Investment Completion: Transfer funds to the selected route (EDF or real estate).

6. Citizenship Approval: Issuance of Naturalization Certificate and Dominican passport.

Costs and Fees

Beyond the core investment, applicants should account for:

• Government Due Diligence Fees: USD 7,500 (main applicant)

• Processing Fees: USD 1,000 (per application)

• Certificate of Naturalization Fee: USD 250 (per applicant)

• Passport Issuance Fee: USD 500 (per applicant)

• Legal and Agent Fees: Typically USD 10,000–15,000 depending on family composition and complexity.

Timeline to Citizenship

Dominica offers one of the fastest and most predictable timelines in the investment migration world.

• Application Preparation: 2–4 weeks

• Government Processing: 3–6 months

• Passport Issuance: Immediately after approval

No interviews, language tests, or residency obligations are required. Once citizenship is granted, it is lifelong and inheritable.

Conclusion

Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Program is designed for clarity, not complexity. It rewards precision, integrity, and decisiveness. In a world of noise and volatility, Dominica remains one of the few jurisdictions where process still equals promise — where citizenship is not an escape, but an enhancement of global optionality.

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