Dominica offers eligible investors and their families a route to citizenship through a government fund contribution or approved real estate investment.
VisaTime helps you assess eligibility, understand the costs and prepare for the application process from Dubai.
Established in 1993, Dominica's Citizenship by Investment Programme provides two investment routes for qualifying applicants, subject to government checks and approval.
US$200,000
Economic Diversification Fund
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Visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and e-visa access.
3–6 Months
Depending on individual circumstances
Eligible Dependants
Subject to programme requirements
None
No requirement to relocate to Dominica
Age 16+
Generally conducted online
Both routes lead through the same citizenship assessment process, but their financial commitments differ. The right option depends on your family, budget and investment preferences.
Starting Contribution
US$200,000
The EDF route requires a non-refundable contribution to a government fund supporting Dominica's development. It does not involve purchasing or managing property.
Contribution Details
Main applicant
US$200,000
Main applicant with up to three qualifying dependants
US$250,000
Additional dependants
Extra contributions apply
Minimum Investment
US$200,000
Applicants may purchase an interest in a government-approved development. This route involves additional government fees and a minimum property holding period.
Investment Details
Approved property investment
From US$200,000
Government fee for one applicant
US$75,000
Government fee for a main applicant and up to three dependants
US$100,000
Property holding period
Generally three years, or five years for resale to another CBI applicant
The investment is only part of the total expense. Application fees, background checks and family members included in your case also affect the final amount.
Fee
Amount
EDF contribution — single applicant
From US$200,000
EDF contribution — applicant + up to 3 dependants
From US$250,000
Real estate government fee — single applicant
US$75,000
Application processing
US$1,000 per application
Due diligence — main applicant
US$7,500
Due diligence — dependant aged 16+
US$4,000 each
Mandatory interview — applicant aged 16+
US$1,000 each
Certificate of Naturalisation
US$500 per person
The main applicant must be at least 18, meet the programme's background requirements and demonstrate a lawful source of funds. Nationality and residence history may also affect eligibility.
Qualifying family members may include:
A spouse
Dependent children under 18
Certain financially dependent children aged 18–30
Eligible adult children with disabilities
Qualifying parents and grandparents over 65
Dominica applies restrictions to certain nationalities. Iranian applicants, for example, face specific conditions concerning residence, assets and business connections with Iran.
Eligibility should be checked against current government rules before any application or investment payment.
Dominican citizenship provides the legal rights of a citizen, including the ability to live, work and study in Dominica. It may also offer additional travel options, depending on the entry rules of each destination.
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Dominica permits multiple citizenships, although your existing country's laws must also be considered.
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Applicants do not need to move to Dominica to obtain or retain citizenship.
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Eligible relatives can be included in the application under the programme's dependency rules.
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A Dominican passport may provide wider travel access, but visa requirements and entry permissions vary by destination.
FROM ASSESSMENT TO DECISION
The process begins with an eligibility review and proceeds through a government-authorised agent. Citizenship is granted only after the relevant authority approves the application and all requirements are satisfied.
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Review nationality, residence history, family composition, financial background and the intended investment route.
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Collect and verify identity records, financial evidence, police certificates and other required documents.
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An authorised agent submits the application. Government checks and mandatory interviews are then carried out.
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The application may receive approval in principle, require additional review or be refused.
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After approval in principle, the qualifying investment is completed. Once the remaining requirements are met, citizenship documentation may be issued.
Requirements vary by applicant, but commonly include passports, civil records, police certificates, medical reports, proof of address and evidence of the lawful source of funds.
Documents generally need to be submitted in English with the required certification.
VisaTime helps you assess your options, understand the costs and prepare your application in coordination with programme partners and authorised agents.
VisaTime helps you assess your options, understand the costs and prepare your application in coordination with programme partners and authorised agents.
No. It is the minimum qualifying contribution or real estate investment. Due diligence, processing, interview and other applicable fees increase the total cost.
The process commonly takes around three to six months, although document preparation, background checks and individual circumstances can affect the timeline.
The qualifying EDF contribution or final real estate investment is generally completed after approval in principle, following the programme's payment instructions.
No. Citizenship by Investment applications must be submitted through an agent authorised by Dominica's Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Dominica permits dual citizenship. However, you should also check whether your current country of citizenship allows you to hold another nationality.
Tell us about your nationality, family and investment plans. VisaTime will review your initial information and help you understand whether Dominica is worth considering.
An initial enquiry, not a legal eligibility decision.
