Dominica Citizenship Program
3 - 4 months
US $100,000
Donation - Real Estate
145 Including Schengen and UK
Dominica Citizenship by Investment Program
The government of Dominica has established Dominica Citizenship by Investment program in 1993, to boost foreign economic contributions in order to develop the country’s infrastructure, mature the local workforce by creating new jobs, generate sustained economic growth and prosperity. In return, it allows foreign investors obtain permanent legal citizenship and second passport within 3 to 4 months, being the fastest citizenship program in the Caribbean.
Citizenship by investment in Dominica is available through two options.
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Non-refundable contribution under the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)
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Real Estate investment in an approved project under Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit
Dominica Overview
Dominica is called the "Nature Island of the Caribbean" for its misty rainforests that conceal countless waterfalls, rivers, and the second largest active boiling lake in the world.
Language
English
Currency
Eastern Caribbean Dollar
Total Area
750 km2
Capital
Roseau
Government
Unitary parliamentary republic
Population
73,500Dominica Citizenship and Passport Benefits
The Dominica Citizenship by Investment program of the Commonwealth of Dominica does not restrict any nationality from applying for a Dominica passport. Likewise, it does not require an applicant to take any language test nor do they need to reside or visit the country. Commonwealth of Dominica Passport holders can vote, purchase property, as well as live and work in the country.
Dominica Citizenship and passport holders are privileged to numerous benefits:
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Visa-free access to 145 countries and territories, including Schengen zone & UK
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Citizenship is inheritable by new-born
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Dominica citizenship allows dual citizenship
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Easier access to the US & Canada
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Permanent residency status
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No imposed taxes on non-residents
Dominica Citizenship by Investment Options
Option 1: The Economic Diversification Fund ( Dominica Citizenship by Donation)
Dominica citizenship by Donation: The Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) was created to generate funds to sustain the growth of the economy and develop public and private sector projects; namely, building schools, hospital renovations, building national sports stadiums, agriculture and promote tourism. A non-refundable contribution depending on the number of dependents included in the application:
Single applicant
US $100,000
Main applicant and spouse
US $150,000
Family of four
US $175,000
Additional dependents (except siblings)
US $25,000 per applicant
Dependent siblings: Below the age of 18 Age 18 to 25
US $25,000 per applicant US $50,000 per applicant
Option 2 : Real Estate (Dominica Citizenship by Investment)
The applicant must invest in a government-approved real estate project within Dominica at a minimum value of US $200,000. The investor must hold the property for at least three (3) years from the grant of citizenship. Furthermore, you may only re-sell that real estate under the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Program after five (5) years of acquiring citizenship. The following government fees also apply depending on the number of dependents included in the application:
Single applicant
US $25,000
Main applicant and spouse
US $35,000
Family up to four
US $35,000
Family up to six
US $50,000
Family of seven or more
US $70,000
Above fees do not include dependent siblings.
Dependent siblings: Below the age of 18 Age 18 to 25
US $25,000 per applicant US $50,000 per applicant
Additional Fees for Dominica Citizenship Options
Processing per application
US $1000
Due diligence for main applicant
US $7,500
Due diligence for spouse
US $4,000
Due diligence for dependents above 16 years old
US $4,000 per applicant
Certificate of Naturalization
US $250 per applicant
How to Qualify for Dominica Citizenship
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Main applicant to Dominica citizenship must be at least 18 years old
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Applicants must hold no criminal record
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Must prove the source of fund for the investment
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Dependent children under the age of 30
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Dependent parents above the age of 55
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Unmarried dependent siblings under the age of 25
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Must undergo due diligence checks to gain approval
How to Apply and Obtain Dominica Passport
Notice: Only authorized agents are allowed to promote the Dominica program. Guide Consultants is an authorized agent listed under the Citizenship by Investment Unit to promote & provide full services for the Dominica Citizenship by Investment program.
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Our specialized team will work with you to collect, translate and notarize the documents required, while ensuring all documents adhere to Dominica government's requirements.
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The documents will be submitted together with the due diligence and processing fees to the government of Dominica. Your application will start; due diligence will be performed.
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Once we secure the initial approval, Dominica government will send a letter requesting the remaining funds.
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You make your investment for the program you have chosen.
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You receive your Certificate of Naturalization - you are now a citizen of Dominica.
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Your Guide Consultants advisor applies for your Dominica passport and delivers it to you.
Dominica Visa Free Countries
Over the past number of years, the Dominican government has been successfully working to expand its list of Visa-free countries.
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