Overview
Grenada is an island and a member of the Commonwealth, located in the Caribbean.
The citizenship program, relaunched and restructured in 2013, offers a range of opportunities for investors and extended families.
Benefits of Grenadian Citizenship
Grenadian citizens can travel to 147 countries visa-free or with visa-on-arrival, including the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Grenada allows dual citizenship. Applicants can obtain a Grenadian passport without renouncing their current citizenship.
The application process is typically completed within 4 to 5 months. There is no requirement to travel to Grenada during the application.
Applicants can choose between contributing to the National Transformation Fund or investing in a government-approved real estate project.
Grenadian citizenship is valid for life and can be passed on to future generations under certain conditions.
Thanks to the E-2 Visa treaty, the Grenadian passport offers the rare opportunity for investment-based residency in the United States.
Who Can Obtain Grenadian Citizenship?
INVESTOR
Applicants aged 18 or older
CHILDREN
Children of the main applicant or spouse
SPOUSE
The legally married spouse of the applicant
PARENTS
Parents or grandparents of the applicant or spouse
SIBLINGS
Unmarried and dependent siblings of the applicant or spouse
Grenada Citizenship Program Requirements
Contribution to the National Transformation Fund (NTF)
The National Transformation Fund (NTF) was established to support the diversification, resilience, and prosperity of the Grenadian economy.
The following assessment, application, and processing fees may apply:
• Primary applicant: $235,000
• Primary applicant and up to 3 dependents (excluding siblings and parents/grandparents aged 55 and below): $235,000
• Each additional dependent (excluding siblings and parents/grandparents aged 55 and under): $25,000
• Any parent or grandparent aged 55 and under: $50,000
• Any sibling: $75,000
Real Estate (Pre-Approved Project) Investment
Applicants must invest in a pre-approved project -usually real estate- and maintain this investment for at least 5 years. Applicants who choose real estate investment have two options:
• Minimum independent investment: $350,000
• Minimum joint investment in tourism accommodation: $270,000 per investor (total investment value: $540,000)
The following government fees apply:
• Main applicant: $50,000
• Main applicant and up to 3 dependents (excluding parents or grandparents and siblings aged 55 and under): $50,000
• Each additional family member (after the 3rd family member, excluding parents/grandparents and siblings under 55): $25,000
• Any parent or grandmother or grandfather under 55: $50,000
• Any sibling: $75,000
Key Information
LOCATION
An island country in the Caribbean Sea, with the Atlantic Ocean to its east.
CAPITAL
Saint George's
TIME ZONE
UTC–4
TOTAL AREA
344 km2
LANGUAGE
English
CURRENCY
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Why Grenada?
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Quality of Life
Grenada offers its citizens a high quality of life, low crime rates, and a relatively unspoiled natural environment.
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Investment Opportunities
Grenada is one of the world’s most open economies. Its regulatory environment for trade and investment is relatively liberal.
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Caribbean Destination of the Year 2024
Chosen as the Caribbean Destination of the Year (2024) in the annual readers’ choice awards by Caribbean Journal.
PROGRAM MAP
147
Countries accessible without a visa
47
Countries requiring a visa
37
Countries requiring an e-visa
Frequently Asked Questions
If opting for a real estate investment, a minimum of $235,000 is required.
No, there is no requirement to reside in the country to obtain citizenship.
Yes, Grenadian citizens can travel to 147 countries without a visa.
Grenadian citizenship is valid for the lifetime of the applicant.
The official language of Grenada is English.
The process usually takes between 4 to 5 months, depending on the accuracy of the submitted documents and the duration of the security screening.
The application can include a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and under specific conditions, siblings.
Applicants who invest in real estate must retain the property for at least 5 years.
Yes. Grenada accepts dual citizenship; you can apply without renouncing your current nationality.