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Citizenship by Investment
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Citizenship by Investment
Dominica
Consistently rated the most affordable and best-value citizenship programme in the Caribbean.
Fund contribution (EDF), single
$200,000 (≈$209,500–210,500 all-in)
Real-estate route, single
$200,000 + $75,000 contribution + fees (≈$284,000+)
Realistic timeline
3–6 months
Passport validity
10 years
In-person requirements
Interview 16+; visit to collect and renew passport (from June 2026)
Open to RF/RB citizens
No
Overview
Dominica offers the lowest entry point among the Caribbean citizenship programmes while maintaining rigorous due-diligence standards, which keeps the passport well regarded internationally.
Citizenship is granted for life, with visa-free access to 140+ destinations and no residence requirement. All applicants aged 16+ are interviewed, and since 11 June 2026 the passport must be collected and renewed in person.
Key benefits
- Lowest entry in the Caribbean: EDF contribution from $200,000 (≈ $209,500 all-in for one person)
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 140+ countries
- No residence requirement; interview for applicants 16+ and in-person passport collection
- Family: children under 18 (to 30 if students), unmarried daughters under 25, parents and grandparents over 65
- The EU now treats running a CBI scheme as grounds to suspend visa-free Schengen access — check the current status before relying on it
- No tax on worldwide income, wealth or inheritance
Investment options
- Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) donation from $200,000
- Approved real estate from $200,000 plus a separate government contribution of $75,000 (single) / $100,000 (family) — ≈ $284,000+ in total
Questions and answers
How much does Dominica citizenship really cost in 2026?
As of October 2026, Dominica citizenship via the EDF costs $200,000 for a single applicant ($250,000 with up to 3 dependants), plus $7,500 due diligence, $4,000 per dependant, $1,000 interview and $1,000 certificate fees — about $209,500–210,500 all-in for one person. Dominica does not accept RF/RB citizens.
Is the Dominica real-estate route cheaper than the fund?
No. As of October 2026, the Dominica real-estate route requires the $200,000 property plus a separate government contribution of $75,000 (single) or $100,000 (with up to 3 dependants) and the same fees — about $284,000 or more for one applicant. It makes sense only if the property itself matters to you.
Do I need to travel to Dominica?
Yes. As of October 2026, every applicant aged 16 and over must pass an interview (usually in Dominica; remotely only with FIU approval, at the applicant's expense). On 11 June 2026 the Prime Minister announced a mandatory in-person visit to collect and to renew the passport; procedural details were not published as of August 2026.
Can I include my parents in a Dominica application?
Only if they are over 65 and you substantially support them. As of October 2026, Dominica accepts the spouse, children under 18, children 18–30 in full-time study and dependent, unmarried daughters under 25 living with you, dependent disabled adult children, and parents and grandparents over 65.
How long does Dominica citizenship take?
As of October 2026, Dominica citizenship realistically takes 3–6 months from submission to passport. The regulations require the CIU to notify a decision within 3 months of submission (approved, deferred with reason, or refused).
What does a Dominica passport not give?
As of October 2026, a Dominica passport does not change tax residency, is not EU residency, and does not guarantee visa-free travel: the US cut B-1/B-2 visas for Dominica passport holders to 3 months single entry, and the UK (since 19 July 2023) and Ireland (since 7 March 2024) require visas. Citizenship can be revoked for concealment at due diligence.
Read more
- Dominica 2026: the cheapest Caribbean passport — cost, timelines, caveats
- Caribbean citizenship in 2026: Grenada, Dominica, St Kitts, St Lucia, Antigua — which to choose
- Where these passports actually work — and where they don’t: an honest 2026 map
- How long a passport really takes: honest timelines and what stretches them
Last reviewed: October 2026. Figures are indicative starting points; programme terms change — confirm on consultation.