Updated 25 January 2026
16 December 2025 • The USA has suspended entry for Dominica citizens on B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas • Source
1 July 2025 • Caribbean countries to introduce unified rules for citizenship by investment • Source
20 March 2024 • Dominica and three other Caribbean states signed a memorandum of understanding • Source
29 August 2023 • Dominica introduced mandatory interviews for all citizenship applicants • Source
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Dominica citizenship by investment

Investors take part in Dominica’s citizenship program to obtain a second passport in the Caribbean and visa–free access to Europe and China.

Dominica citizenship by investment

$200,000

Minimum investment

2 options

To choose

6+ months

Obtaining period

130+ countries

Visa-free

Dominica has been granting citizenship by investment since 1993. The government rarely releases statistics, but the program remains in demand: from 2017 to 2020, 5,307 investors obtained passports.

To qualify, applicants invest from $200,000 in either the state fund or real estate.

The application process is fully remote. Investors do not need to travel to the island either before or after submitting their application.

In addition, citizenship applicants are not required to pass language or history tests.

9 benefits of Dominica citizenship

Visa‑free entry to 130+ countries

A Dominica passport allows travel without a visa to more than 130 destinations, including European states, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.

Dual citizenship

Applicants do not need to renounce their current nationality: Dominica’s law permits multiple passports.

Favourable tax regime

Dominica has no taxes on capital gains, salaries, or inheritance. Tax residents are exempt from tax on foreign income.

Freedom to reside abroad

There is no requirement to visit Dominica before or after obtaining citizenship.

Citizenship for the whole family

Applicants may include relatives in their application: spouses, financially dependent children, and parents.

Fast and remote processing

Passports are usually issued within six months after submission. The entire process is carried out remotely.

Relatively low costs

Participation in the Dominica citizenship program starts at $200,000. The final amount depends on the number of family members included.

Returnable investment

If citizenship is obtained through real estate, the property may be sold after 3 years, allowing the investor to recover their funds.

130+ visa‑free countries with a Dominica passport

Asia

Armenia

Bangladesh

Cambodia

China

Hong Kong

+14 countries

India

Laos

Macao

Malaysia

Maldives

Nepal

Philippines

Republic of Korea

Singapore

Sri Lanka

Taiwan

Thailand

Uzbekistan

Vietnam

Americas

Antigua and Barbuda

Argentina

Bahamas

Barbados

Belize

+21 countries

Bolivia

Brazil

Colombia

Costa Rica

Cuba

Dominican Republic

Ecuador

Grenada

Guyana

Haiti

Jamaica

Nicaragua

Panama

Peru

Saint Kitts and Nevis

Saint Lucia

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Suriname

Trinidad and Tobago

Uruguay

Venezuela

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Requirements to apply for Dominica citizenship

Over 18 years old
Legal source of income
No criminal record
Good health

No criminal record

Up to 30 years inclusive
Financially dependent on the investor or spouse

Over 65 years old
Financially dependent on the investor or spouse

Over 65 years old
Financially dependent on the investor or spouse

Investment options for obtaining Dominica citizenship

Option Non-refundable contribution — $200,000+
Details

The investor transfers money to Dominica’s Economic Diversification Fund. The money is directed to social and economic development: construction of schools and hospitals, support for tourism and agriculture.

The investment amount depends on the number of applicants: a single applicant contributes $200,000; a family of three or four —  $250,000.

Additional costs

$7,500+
Diligence fee

$1,000+
Interview fee

$3,850+
Other government fees and charges

Option Purchase of real estate — $200,000+
Details

The applicant buys a  share in a project approved by the Government of Dominica for the citizenship by investment program. These are usually luxury resorts and hotels.

While the investor owns the property, they receive rental income.

The investment may be returned after three years. If the share is sold after five years, it can be purchased by another investor under the citizenship program.

Additional costs

$75,000+
Government fee

$7,500+
Due Diligence fee

$1,000+
Interview fee

$3,850+
Other government fees and charges

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Passportivity experts will analyse your situation and offer the most suitable solution.

Real estate for obtaining Dominica citizenship

Apartments and villas on a clifftop with sea views
Dominica, Roseau

$216,000+

Apartments and villas on a clifftop with sea views

1—2
1
A share in a beachfront resort complex
Dominica, Roseau

$220,000+

A share in a beachfront resort complex

1—3
A share in a five‑star hotel near the sea
Dominica, Portsmouth

$220,000+

A share in a five‑star hotel near the sea

Key documents to apply for Dominica citizenship

  • All valid passports
  • CV
  • Eight passport‑size photographs
  • Birth certificates of all applicants
  • Marriage or divorce certificate
  • University diploma
  • Military ID
  • Police clearance certificate
  • Proof of residential address
  • Bank statements for the past year
  • Bank reference letter
  • References: one professional and two personal
  • Proof of good health, results of a medical examination

How to obtain Dominica citizenship by investment: step‑by‑step process

1.

Preliminary check

A compliance officer at Passportivity conducts an initial review of the investor to prepare for the program department’s Due Diligence. This check is necessary to identify possible reasons for refusal of Dominica citizenship and to find a solution.

The preliminary check is fully confidential. The investor fills in a questionnaire and provides a copy of their passport and tax number.

2.

Document preparation

The investor collects the documents required for citizenship and submits them to Passportivity.

Lawyers translate and prepare the documents for submission, complete government forms, and assist the investor in obtaining certain certificates. The documents are then sent to the Dominica citizenship department.

3.

Application submission and Due Diligence

The investor pays the Due Diligence fee and other government charges.

The department specialists then verify the information about the investor and their family. At the final stage of the check, the investor and all family members over 16 take part in an online interview.

4.

Fulfilment of the investment requirement

If the Due Diligence is successful, the investor receives an official approval letter. After that, they transfer the funds according to the chosen program option.

5.

Issuance of documents 🔥

The investor and their family members receive naturalisation certificates and passports. The passport validity is 5 years for children under 16 and ten years for older applicants. After expiry, the documents must be renewed.

Why choose us

1

Reliable partner

Passportivity operates strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Statutory Rules and Regulation No. 37, along with the respective amendments.

2

Deep Expertise

11+ years in investment immigration and financial matters to solve the most complex client challenges.

3

Individual Approach

We develop step-by-step plans, taking into account client requirements, to achieve optimal results.

4

Support at every stage

From the first consultation and even after receiving the desired document, we provide legal support.

5

Additional services

Get a tax number, sign a rental agreement or apostille additional documents — we will fulfill any request.

6

Flexible communication and 24/7 availability

Meet us in person or online, whatever suits you best.

We respond to inquiries within two hours. Your case is handled by a dedicated lawyer who is always in touch.

From idea to citizenship — with expert support

For over 10 years, we've been helping clients navigate the path to citizenship and residency. Our approach combines in-depth knowledge of international law with a practical understanding of local bureaucratic systems. Every case is handled with a bespoke strategy, refined to the last detail.

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Additional services

Investors turn to Passportivity for additional services after obtaining Dominica citizenship. For example, to renew a passport, add new family members to the program, or register a company in the country.

    • Adding new family members
    • Passport renewal
    • Passport replacement in case of loss
    • Expedited passport issuance
    • Obtaining a tax identification number
    • Opening personal and corporate bank accounts
    • Company registration in Dominica
    • Obtaining a tax identification number in Dominica

Frequently asked questions

No, but a Dominica passport can be obtained by investment: either a contribution to the state fund or the purchase of approved real estate.

A Dominica passport allows visa‑free travel to more than 130 countries, including Europe and China. Dominica permits dual citizenship and does not impose wealth, gift, inheritance, foreign income, or capital gains taxes.

It depends on your goals and budget. The minimum investment in Dominica is $200,000, while in St Lucia it is $240,000. With a Dominica passport, one can travel visa‑free to China but not the UK. With a St Lucia passport, it is the opposite: you can travel visa‑free to the UK, but not to China.

Caribbean countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding: under the agreement, the minimum cost of obtaining golden passports has been set at $200,000 since July 1st, 2024.

Dominica digital citizenship is a status available under a joint project of the government and the cryptocurrency exchange Huobi. Foreigners receive a digital ID that enables access to Dominican banking services and trading on crypto exchanges. 

Official sources do not confirm that digital citizenship grants the right to apply for a Dominica passport.

Personal income tax is levied on a progressive scale from 15 to 35%. A foreigner becomes a tax resident if they live in the country for more than 183 days a year. Taxable income includes both local and foreign earnings. Non‑residents pay tax only on income earned in Dominica.

Foreigners do not pay tax when purchasing real estate. However, property transactions involve several mandatory fees; additional expenses amount to about 11% of the property price.

Corporate income tax in Dominica is 25%, and the standard VAT rate is 15%.

The investor pays the Due Diligence fee. In addition, when purchasing real estate, they must cover stamp duty, legal and court fees, and a contribution to the insurance fund, in total about 11% of the property value.

All applicants over 16 years old must attend the interview. Questions may relate to the biography of the investor and their family, and the interviewer also assesses the applicant’s motivation to obtain citizenship.

Yes, family members may obtain Dominica citizenship at any time, including after the investor’s application has been approved. If more than a year has passed since the Due Diligence check, it must be paid for again.

The Dominica passport is valid for 10 years for citizens over 16 and 5 years for those under 16.

Passportivity lawyers recommend starting the renewal process three months before expiry. A new document is issued within four weeks. There is no need to visit Dominica. The entire procedure is carried out remotely.

Passportivity lawyer Yulia Malloy

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