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Dominica CBI
Commonwealth of Dominica citizenship by investment
Dominica’s programme is a leading option for investors seeking second citizenship: contribute to the Economic Diversification Fund or invest in government-approved real estate—with no physical residence requirement and no language, education, or experience bar under the general rules. Azur CBI is licensed and accredited by the Dominican government to promote the programme and advise prospective applicants.
Passport rank · 33From 200,000 USDProcessing often 3–6 monthsEDF or approved real estate
Investment amount
200,000 USD
Minimum published threshold for the Economic Diversification Fund contribution or for an approved real estate stake; amounts increase with family size. Government and diligence fees are extra.
Processing time
3–6 months
From submission of a complete application through checks to citizenship certificate is generally three to six months, subject to the authorities’ sole discretion.
Submission path
Authorised promoter
Applications are compiled and submitted through a government-authorised agent or representative, not by direct applicant filing.
Programme overview
About Dominica and the programme
Dominica lies in the eastern Caribbean, southeast of the region, with capital Roseau and English as the official language. The “Nature Island” is known for rainforest, mountains, waterfalls, diving, and reefs. Tourism anchors the economy. The citizenship by investment programme offers a national development contribution or an approved resort real estate stake, with citizenship often obtainable within a few months of a complete submission.
Citizenship for the main applicant and qualifying family members.
No requirement to reside in Dominica before or after citizenship.
Typical processing around three to six months from application (government discretion).
No language, education, or experience requirement for applicants under standard rules (due diligence and interviews apply).
Real estate in an approved project can diversify assets in a leading eco-tourism jurisdiction.
Citizenship may pass to future generations under the law.
Country and programme facts
Key country facts and route context at a glance.
Language
English
Currency
Eastern Caribbean Dollar
Total area
751 km²
Capital
Roseau
Investment routes
Investment routes designed for different investor profiles
Each route card gives the headline structure, so applicants can compare contribution, property, bond, enterprise, or family-led options without losing the overall country view.
Economic Diversification Fund
From 200,000 USD
A non-refundable contribution to national development; the amount rises as more family members join the application.
Due diligence, government, and administrative fees apply in addition.
Real estate investment
From 200,000 USD
Purchase of a qualifying stake in a real estate project approved by the Government of Dominica.
Government fees depend on how many family members are included. Minimum hold and resale rules apply under programme regulations.
Who qualifies
Eligibility, family inclusion, and compliance notes
Main applicant
- At least 18 years of age.
- Clean criminal record.
- Evidence that investment funds are available (lawful sources as required by the unit).
- Generally ineligible if you were denied a visa to a country that Dominican citizens may enter without a visa and you have not since obtained a visa or residence permit for that country.
- Generally ineligible if you were denied a visa to the European Union, United Kingdom, United States, or Canada and have not since obtained an entry visa or residence permit for that country.
- Generally ineligible if you were denied citizenship in any other country.
- Generally ineligible if you provided false or misleading information on the application.
- Generally ineligible if you engaged in conduct likely to bring disrepute to Dominica.
Eligible family
- Spouse of the main applicant.
- Child under 18 of the main applicant or spouse.
- Child aged 18 to under 31 enrolled at a recognised higher-education institution and fully financially supported by the main applicant or spouse.
- Unmarried daughter under 25 living with and fully financially supported by the main applicant or spouse.
- Child aged 18+ who is physically or mentally challenged and fully financially supported by the main applicant or spouse.
- Parents or grandparents of the main applicant or spouse aged 65+ substantially supported by the main applicant or spouse.
- All dependants aged 16 and over must complete a mandatory virtual or in-person interview in their language or with a translator.
Compliance and process
- Background checks and administrative fees apply on top of stated investment amounts.
- Azur CBI advises on whether the EDF or real estate route better fits your objectives; compiles and submits the file as your representative; reviews sale-and-purchase agreements for real estate; follows up on status and further requirements; advises on adding family after citizenship; and explains programme laws and regulations.
Application path
A process structure that is easy to explain to clients
01
Sign engagement and collect documents
Contract with your authorised representative and gather the full application pack.
02
Submit the file to the Government of Dominica
The application is lodged through the Citizenship by Investment Unit’s prescribed process.
03
Due diligence and interview
The unit conducts diligence; dependants aged 16+ complete the mandatory interview.
04
Receive approval from the Government
Formal approval is issued subject to completing the investment and any final conditions.
05
Transfer the investment
Complete the EDF contribution or the approved real estate purchase as directed.
06
Receive citizenship certificates and passport
Citizenship documentation and passport are issued when all requirements are satisfied.
Common questions
Fast answers for comparing Dominica
Where is Dominica located?
Dominica lies near Guadeloupe and southeast of Martinique. The island is roughly 92 miles (about 148 km) long and up to about 16 miles (about 26 km) across at its widest point. Climate is tropical year-round: cooler and drier roughly January–April; hotter and wetter June–November with temperatures sometimes above 32 °C; heavy rainfall often June–October. Geography is mountainous north–south with fertile plains, many hot springs, and waterfalls.
What is the difference between Dominica and the Dominican Republic?
They are separate independent states. English-speaking Dominica (Commonwealth of Dominica) is a single small island of about 751 km² in the Lesser Antilles—often called the “Nature Island”—and gained independence from the United Kingdom on 3 November 1978. Spanish-speaking Dominican Republic shares Hispaniola with Haiti, covers about 48,671 km² with a much larger population, and has a substantially larger economy and different culture, language, and tourism profile.
Is Dominica in the Commonwealth of Nations?
Yes. Dominica is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
Is one investment option better for approval than another?
The programme offers approved real estate from at least 200,000 USD or an Economic Diversification Fund contribution from 200,000 USD for the main applicant. Both can lead to citizenship when statutory requirements are met; approval depends on eligibility and diligence, not on picking one licensed route over the other.
Can Dominica citizenship pass to future generations?
Yes, under Dominican law after you have qualified.
Is residency mandatory?
No. There is no physical residence requirement before or after citizenship under the programme regulations.
Can I add dependents after obtaining citizenship?
Yes. Dependants eligible at the time of your application and new dependants later may be added under the relevant procedures and fees.
If parents separate, is one parent’s consent enough to include children?
Both parents’ consent is normally required unless one holds full custody, in which case the other parent’s consent may not be required.
Can the main applicant include children from more than one marriage?
Yes, when each child meets dependant criteria.
Can stateless persons (e.g. Bidoon) apply?
Yes, if the applicant can obtain the documents the authorities require.
Are certain nationalities restricted, and when can exceptions apply?
Restrictions may apply to nationals of Iran, North Korea, Sudan, Russia, Belarus, Yemen, and northern Iraq, among others. The Citizenship by Investment Unit may admit Sudanese, North Korean, or Iranian nationals only if they have lived outside those countries for ten years, hold no substantial assets there, and have conducted no business or similar activity there for ten years. Lists and policies change—verify the current official position.
How long does Dominica citizenship take?
Typically about three to six months from a complete application, at government discretion.
Can I keep my original citizenship?
Yes. Dominica permits multiple citizenships; confirm your country of nationality allows it too.
Do children need security screening?
Security procedures apply to applicants aged 16 and over.
Are there tax obligations after Dominica citizenship?
Many citizens highlight the absence of property, capital gains, and inheritance taxes in typical scenarios; obtain professional tax advice for your residence and asset profile.
Private advisory
Exploring Dominica citizenship by investment?
Line up EDF versus approved real estate, dependant definitions (including 65+ parents and student rules), and the six-step pipeline with an authorised promoter.