Dominica Citizenship By Investment Programme
Dominica Citizenship By Investment Programme
The Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme is a legal pathway for individuals to acquire citizenship and a passport from the Commonwealth of Dominica through an investment in the country. Established in 1993, it is one of the oldest citizenship by investment programs in the world.
140
Visa Free Countries
$100,000
Minimum Requirement
3
Months Processing Time
Benefits of Dominica Citizenship
Investment Options:
1. Contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF):
- Applicants can make a non-refundable contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund, which supports various sectors in Dominica, including healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
2. Real Estate Investment:
- Applicants can invest in government-approved real estate projects in Dominica. The minimum investment threshold and eligible projects are determined by the government.
Application Process:
1. Eligibility Check:
- Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria set by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU) of Dominica. This includes having a clean criminal record, good health, and the financial means to make the required investment.
2. Engage an Authorized Agent:
- Applicants must engage the services of a government-approved authorized agent who will assist them throughout the application process.
3. Submission of Application:
- The authorized agent submits the completed application and supporting documents to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU) for review.
4. Due Diligence Check:
- The CBIU conducts thorough due diligence checks on the applicant and any dependents included in the application.
5. Investment:
- Upon successful due diligence checks, the applicant makes the required investment according to their chosen option (EDF contribution or real estate investment).
6. Oath of Allegiance:
- Applicants and their dependents (if applicable) take the Oath of Allegiance either in Dominica or at a Dominican consulate or embassy abroad.
7. Citizenship Certificate:
- After fulfilling all requirements, including the investment and oath-taking, the CBIU issues a certificate of naturalization as a citizen of Dominica.