Dominica

 

 

 

The CBI scheme focuses on the overall quality and integrity of its applicants, only accepting individuals of outstanding character and repute. To ensure credible persons of excellent standing are granted citizenship, comprehensive due diligence checks are performed on all applicants over 18 years of age.

 

 

 

For those who meet Dominica’s citizenship requirements, the idyllic Caribbean island offers one of the best standards of living in the region. Dominica is politically and economically stable, with a low crime rate and rich investment opportunities. Nicknamed the “Nature Island”, it is also one of the most beautiful places on earth. Dominica boasts a pristine coastline, acres of unspoiled tropical rainforest, incredible marine biodiversity and a number of natural hot springs thanks to its volcanic origin.
 

As well as the many advantages of living in Dominica, Dominica citizenship confers many benefits in its own right. These include:

Visa-free travel to around 145 countries and territories
Ability to pass on citizenship to future generations
Citizenship for life, with the right to live and work in the country
Right to hold dual citizenship
 

Citizenship by investment in Dominica is available through two options:

THE ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION FUND
Applicants can make a substantial contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF), a government fund that supports socio-economic initiatives in Dominica. Due diligence and processing fees apply.

Single applicant
USD 100,000
Spouse of the main applicant
USD 50,000
Sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse aged 18-25
USD 50,000
Per additional dependant (excluding the spouse of the main applicant and siblings of the main applicant or of the spouse aged 18-25)
USD 50,000
Family of four (excluding siblings of the main applicant or of the spouse)
USD 175,000

PRE-APPROVED REAL ESTATE
Under the real estate option applicants are required to purchase Government-approved property. This must be held for a minimum of three years.

Minimum investment:  USD 200,000

The following Government Fees apply:

Single applicant
USD 25,000
Family with up to four members, including the main applicant and up to 3 dependants (excluding a dependant sibling)
USD 35,000
Family with up to six members, including the main applicant and up to 5 dependants (excluding a dependant sibling)
USD 50,000
Family of seven members or more, including the main applicant and at least 6 dependants (excluding a dependant sibling)
USD 70,000
Sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse aged 18-25
USD 50,000
Sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse aged under 18
USD 25,000

 

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Once an individual’s application for citizenship by investment is approved, an economic citizen can apply for passport at the Passport Office.

 

Dominican passports are CARICOM passports that are issued to citizens of Dominica for international travel. Dominica passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 160 countries and territories worldwide.

Ordinary Dominican passports are valid for 10 years if issued to a person aged 16 or over and are valid for five years for children under the age of 16. They can be renewed at the Passport Office in Roseau (Dominica’s capital city) or at a Dominica High Commission, Embassy, or Consulate.

 

The passport application process is separate from the citizenship by investment process, and requires the applicant to present a number of documents, including, but not limited to, a certified copy of the applicant’s Certificate of Naturalisation – the document that is issued to an economic citizen at the end of the citizenship by investment process.

It is possible for an economic citizen to appoint a third party to apply on his or her behalf. Applications for a passport can be submitted as soon as citizenship is received.

 

Every time Dominican passport holders re-apply for a passport (for example, because their old passport has expired), they must present their old Dominica passport. This will be cancelled upon issuance of the new passport.

Ganji Immigration Services assists clients who wish to obtain citizenship of Dominica, providing them with the guidance and commitment they need to see their application processed seamlessly. Our team then ensures that clients

For successful applicants, the Dominica citizenship by investment application process consists of seven main steps, which are:

Step 1:
Pre-approval by Ganji Immigration Services and preparation of the application
Step 2:
Submission of the citizenship application
Step 3:
Application processing by the Citizenship by Investment Unit and internal and external due diligence checks
Step 4:
Approval in principle
Step 5:
Contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund or investment in the pre-approved real estate.
Step 6:
Citizenship certificate issued
Step 7:
Passport application
 

No residency required.

 

From submission of the application to an approval in principle, successful applicants are generally expected to wait three months.

A direct contribution to the country’s Economic Diversification Fund
An investment in pre-approved real estate
 

Applicants for citizenship should be at least 18 years of age, of good character, without a criminal record, and be able and willing to make the required contribution. 
 

Individuals wishing to apply must engage with an 
Authorised Agent
 that assist and prepares the required forms and supporting documents.
 

Citizens of North Korea, and Sudan can only be accepted where such persons have not lived in these countries for the last ten years, have no substantial assets there, and are not performing and have not performed any business activity, in whole or in part, in or with these countries. 
 

All applications from citizens of North Korea, Sudan and Syria will be subjected to enhanced due diligence. The cost of this will have to be borne by the applicant as part of their due diligence fees. 
 

The funds generated from the EDF are used to 
support national growth
 in areas such as healthcare, education, infrastructure, and climate change. 
 

You can include:
 

Your spouse
 
Children of the main applicant or of the spouse, under the age of 18
 
Children of the main applicant or spouse aged 18 to 30, supported by the main applicant or the main applicant’s spouse
Children of main applicant or spouse aged 18 or over, physically or mentally challenged, living with and fully supported by the main applicant
Parents or grandparents of the main applicant or of the spouse if fully supported by the main applicant or the main applicant’s spouse 
The spouse of a person who qualifies as a dependent parent or grandparent, who is substantially supported by the main applicant or the spouse of the main applicant;
 
A biological or legally adopted sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse of the main applicant who is eighteen (18) to twenty-five (25) years, single, childless, and who is substantially supported by the main applicant or the spouse of the main applicant;
 
A biological or legally adopted sibling of the main applicant or of the spouse of the main applicant who is below the age of eighteen (18) years, single, childless, substantially supported by the main applicant or the spouse of the main applicant, and in receipt of consent to make an application under the Programme from all individuals with parental responsibility for that sibling
 

 

KYC (know-your-customer) checks performed by local authorised agents.
Internal checks including AML (anti-money laundering) and CTF (counter-terrorism financing) vetting by the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Mandated international due diligence firms perform online and on-the-ground checks
Regional and international crime prevention bodies check that you aren’t on any wanted or sanctions lists

Applications are welcomed from all nationalities; however, citizens of North Korea, and Sudan will only be accepted if they have not lived in these countries for the last ten years. 
 

The Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme is a good value for money for both individual applicants and families looking to apply for second citizenship. 
 

The following is also a good fit for the programme:
 

Single professionals who want to broaden their horizons
 
Families of four who would eventually like to add dependants such as grandparents or siblings
 
Individuals looking to study abroad
 
Digital nomads who want greater global mobility