Dominica visas
Whether you need a visa for the Commonwealth of Dominica depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your visit: many Commonwealth, CARICOM, EU and US nationals may enter visa-free, while others must obtain a visa before travelling. Longer stays for work, study, family, remote work or settlement are handled through separate permits and applications. Immigration is administered by the Immigration Division under the Ministry of National Security and Legal Affairs, with citizenship-by-investment run by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU).
Dominica visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Dominica — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.3 visas
- Work visasComing to Dominica to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Dominica — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Dominica.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Dominica as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Dominica long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Dominica visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Dominica — key facts
- Visa authority
- Immigration Division, Ministry of National Security and Legal Affairs (Commonwealth of Dominica)
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
- Time zone
- Atlantic Standard Time (AST, UTC-4)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.