Background
Dominica is a stable and well run jurisdiction- part of the commonwealth.
Support is given to a wider range of applicants than most other Caribbean jurisdictions.
A Dominican passport is an affordable passport, priced to be at the lower end of the Citizenship by Investment costings index.
Speed is usually 4 months. Fast Track options apply.
Individuals applying for the (CBI) program can make their financial contribution one of two ways:
Economic Diversification Fund
- The (EDF) supports public and private projects within Dominica, covering industries such as education, healthcare, sport, and tourism. A single applicant must contribute USD $100,000 to the EDF, though fees will increase if they wish to apply for additional dependents to join them in Dominica.
Real Estate
- Real estate is another investment option for Dominica CBI applicants. The property must be held for at least three years and be authorised by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, with all approved projects readily available at the government website.
- This must be valued at a minimum of USD $200,000. Government fees starting from $25,000 per applicant also apply.
What do these Dominican Investment Options Achieve?
Dominica is creating a modern, diverse, and sustainable economy to meet the demands of a highly competitive global environment. The Government invites investments that will generate consistent economic growth and prosperity while creating jobs and business opportunities for its citizens.
The institution is committed to providing the legislative and administrative framework with the fiscal and technical support necessary to encourage investments and attain these goals. More information about the investment opportunities available in Dominica can be found at the links below.
Government Fees
If your application for Dominican citizenship by real estate investment is approved, the following government fees also apply:
- US$25,000 for a single applicant
- US$35,000 for a family of up to four persons, including the main applicant and up to three dependants other than a dependent sibling
- US$50,000 for a family of up to six persons, including the main applicant and up to five dependants other than a dependent sibling
- US$70,000 for a family of seven persons or more, including the main applicant and at least six dependants other than a dependent sibling
- US$50,000 for a sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse of the main applicant aged 18-25
- US$25,000 for a sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse of the main applicant below the age of 18
Additional Fees:
In addition to the capital required for Dominica real estate investment, the following fees are also applicable:
- Processing fees – USD $1,000 per application
- Due diligence fees – USD 7,500 for the main applicant, USD $4,000 for a spouse and USD $4,000 for any dependants aged 16 or above. In some cases, additional due diligence fees may be required depending on current citizenship status, and other personal circumstances.
- Certificate of naturalisation fee – USD $250 per person
- Expedited passport issuance fee – USD $1,200 per person
To qualify for Dominican citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, applicants who choose the EDF option must make a non-refundable contribution to the EDF.
The cost of your contribution will be determined by the number of dependants included in the application:
- Single applicant: USD 100,000
- Spouse of the main applicant: USD 50,000
- Sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse of the main applicant aged 18-25: USD 50,000
- Any dependant other than the spouse of the main applicant or a sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse of the main applicant aged 18-25: USD 25,000 each
- Family of four including the main applicant, the spouse of the main applicant, and two other dependants other than a dependent sibling: USD 175,000
The following fees must be paid in addition to the minimum EDF contribution:
Processing fees:
Per application – USD 1,000
Due diligence fees*:
Main applicant – USD 7,500
Spouse – USD 4,000
Dependant aged 16 years or above – USD 4,000
*Enhanced due diligence checks and fees may sometimes be required, depending on the applicant’s current citizenship status, and other personal circumstances.Other fees:
Certificate of Naturalisation fee – USD 250 per person
Expedited passport issuance fee – USD 1,200 per person
