Overview
Through its citizenship-by-investment program, Dominica offers tax advantages, visa-free travel opportunities, and a fast application process. The program, which stands out with its low investment requirement, is a strategic opportunity for investors seeking global mobility and financial flexibility.
Benefits of Dominica Citizenship
Dominica citizens can travel to 144 countries visa-free or with a visa on arrival, including the Schengen countries, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, and Russia.
Dominica allows dual citizenship. Applicants can obtain a Dominican passport without renouncing their current citizenship.
The application process is typically completed within 3 to 4 months. There is no requirement to travel to the country during the application.
Applicants may choose from options such as contributing to a government fund or investing at least $200,000 in an approved real estate project.
Dominica citizenship is valid for life and can be passed down to future generations under suitable conditions.
In addition to visa-free travel, the Dominica passport is among the most reputable citizenship-by-investment passports worldwide.
Who Can Obtain Dominica Citizenship?
INVESTOR
Applicants over the age of 18
CHILDREN
Children of the applicant and the applicant’s spouse
SPOUSE
The legal spouse of the applicant
PARENTS
Parents or grandparents aged 65 or older of the applicant and the applicant’s spouse
Dominica Citizenship Program Requirements
Contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)
Applicants must make a significant contribution to the government's Economic Diversification Fund, which supports socio-economic initiatives in Dominica.
• Primary applicant: $200,000
• Primary applicant and up to three dependents: $250,000
• Each additional dependent under 18 years of age: $25,000
• Each additional dependent 18 years of age or older: $40,000
Real Estate Investment
This option requires applicants to invest in an approved project within the real estate sector. The property must be held for at least three years. A minimum investment of $200,000 is required, along with additional government fees.
Key Information
LOCATION
Located in the Windward Islands, forming the southern part of the Lesser Antilles. Guadeloupe lies to the north, and Martinique to the south.
CAPITAL
Roseau
TIME ZONE
UTC–4
TOTAL AREA
754 km2
LANGUAGE
English, French
CURRENCY
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Why Dominica?
Dominica
The Nature Island of the Caribbean
Home to an extensive national park system, including the Morne Trois Pitons rainforest, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dominica
Lifetime Citizenship Right
Once granted, Dominica citizenship remains valid for the applicant’s lifetime.
Dominica
Citizenship by Investment (CIP)
Dominica offers one of the most cost-effective citizenship programs in the world.
PROGRAM MAP
144
Countries accessible without a visa
51
Countries requiring a visa
35
Countries requiring an e-visa
Frequently Asked Questions
If the real estate option is chosen, an investment of at least $200,000 is required.
No, there is no residency requirement to obtain citizenship.
Yes, Dominican citizens can travel visa-free to 144 countries, including the Schengen area, China, and the United Kingdom.
Dominica citizenship remains valid for the applicant’s lifetime.
The official language of Dominica is English.
The application process is generally completed within 3 to 4 months. This period may vary depending on the completeness of submitted documents and the smooth completion of background checks.
Yes. Your spouse, children, and parents over the age of 65 can be included in the application.
Yes. Dominica allows you to obtain a second passport without renouncing your existing citizenship.
Yes. If you acquire citizenship through real estate investment, you must hold the property for at least three years before selling.
Yes. Dominica citizenship can be inherited by newborns, provided the necessary documentation is maintained for future generations.