🇩🇲 Dominica Citizenship by Investment Requirements

Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) Contribution

Dominica offers one of the world's most cost-effective Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs, providing investors and their families with a direct pathway to Dominican citizenship and a second passport.

Applicants may qualify through either:

Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)

• Single Applicant – USD 200,000

• Family of up to Four Members – USD 250,000

Government Approved Real Estate Investment

• Minimum Investment – USD 200,000

• Investment must be maintained for at least 3 years

• Property may be resold after 3 years to another CBI applicant

The EDF contribution route remains the most popular option due to its affordability, straightforward process, and fast approval timeline.

Associated Costs

Apart from the qualifying investment, applicants should consider government and professional fees.

Government Due Diligence Fees

• Main Applicant – USD 7,500

• Spouse – USD 4,000

• Dependents aged 16 years and above – USD 4,000

Government Processing Fees

Applicable under the real estate option.

Professional & Legal Fees

Legal and advisory fees generally start from USD 8,000 – 12,000 depending on family composition.

Passport Fees

Additional passport issuance and certificate charges may apply.

Eligibility and Requirements

To qualify for Dominica Citizenship by Investment, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

✔ Be at least 18 years old

✔ Maintain a clean criminal record

✔ Demonstrate legal source of investment funds

✔ Successfully pass enhanced due diligence checks

✔ Submit medical certificates and supporting documents

✔ Complete a mandatory virtual interview

Applicants are not required to visit Dominica during the application process.

There are no education, language, business experience, or residency requirements.

Dominica Citizenship Benefits

Dominica's Citizenship by Investment Program is widely recognized for its affordability, efficiency, and strong global mobility benefits.

✔ Direct Citizenship and Passport

✔ Processing within 6 – 9 Months

✔ Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 145+ Countries

✔ Visa-free travel to the UK, Schengen Area, Singapore and Hong Kong

✔ No residency requirement

✔ No language proficiency test

✔ Dual citizenship permitted

✔ Citizenship transferable to future generations

✔ Entire family can be included in one application