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Dominica Citizenship by Investment

A programme granting citizenship in return for a qualifying government-fund contribution or approved real-estate investment in Dominica.

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Minimum investment amounts (EDF US$200,000; real estate US$200,000 with a 3-year hold) and processing times reflect the current CBIU pages but CBI thresholds and fees change frequently; verify the latest figures on cbiu.gov.dm before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Dominica government website before you apply.
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Official name
Citizenship by Investment Programme (CBIU)
Route type
Investment / citizenship
Economic Diversification Fund
From US$200,000 for a single applicant
Real estate option
Approved property from US$200,000, held for at least three years

Who it is for

  • Applicants aged 18+ in good health and of good character with no criminal record
  • Investors seeking citizenship for themselves and qualifying dependants

Requirements

  • A qualifying EDF contribution or approved real-estate investment
  • Successful due-diligence clearance
  • Supporting documentation of source of funds, health and character
  • Payment of applicable government and processing fees

What you can do

  • Acquire full Dominican citizenship without a prior residence requirement
  • Include qualifying dependants in the application
  • Hold a Dominican passport, with citizenship transferable to future generations

How to apply

  • Apply through an authorised/licensed agent as required by the CBIU
  • Choose the EDF or real-estate route and complete due diligence
  • Make the qualifying investment on approval-in-principle

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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