Quick answer
The Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento requires a minimum investment of $200,000. Government processing typically takes 3–4 months. Holders can travel to about 145 destinations without a visa. A spouse and dependants can usually be included in one application. There is no minimum stay requirement.
At a glance
- Minimum investment
- $200,000
- Minimo stabilito dallo Stato, prima dei costi ufficiali.
- Processing time
- 3–4 months
- Tempi tipici dopo la presentazione della pratica completa.
- Visa-free destinations
- 145
- Destinazioni senza visto preventivo. L'accesso può cambiare.
- Family inclusion
- Yes
- Verifica quali familiari possono essere inclusi prima di candidarti.
- Residency requirement
- No minimum stay
- Permanenza minima nel paese per mantenere lo status.
Official sources: Dominica citizenship cost and fees (accessed 1 ottobre 2026); Investment options (accessed 1 ottobre 2026); Updates to the programme (accessed 1 ottobre 2026)
Last reviewed 1 ottobre 2026 by Citizen Sure editorial team
Figures are pending review by a qualified adviser. Always confirm current rules with the official source before investing.
Service fees are not shown here: your adviser prepares a written quote for your family and route. Government and due diligence fees are paid to the authority.
The Dominica Citizenship by Investment programme grants citizenship to applicants who make a qualifying economic contribution or investment and pass the government's due diligence checks. Successful applicants receive a passport and can usually include close family members in the same application. Key facts at a glance: minimum investment from $200,000; typical processing time 2–3 months; stay requirement: no minimum stay; travel document access to 145 destinations without a visa in advance. Spouses and children can usually be included, subject to the programme's dependant rules. Every application is reviewed against source-of-funds and source-of-wealth evidence, police records and international screening databases. Preparing clean, certified and translated documents up front is the single biggest factor in avoiding delays. Programme rules, investment thresholds and government fees change frequently. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice — confirm the current requirements with a qualified adviser before you commit funds.
Is this programme right for you?
The Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento tends to suit applicants when most of these apply.
- You can commit at least $200,000 to a qualifying investment
- You can plan around a processing time of 3–4 months
- You want your spouse and children in the same application
- You do not plan to live there full time
- Visa-free travel to about 145 destinations matters to you
Investment options
Official minimums for each qualifying route. Government and third-party costs are listed as estimates and change with family size.
Who is eligible
- Main applicant aged 18 or over
- Clean criminal record and successful due diligence checks
- Lawful, documented source of funds
Family members
- Spouse or partner
- Children under 18
- Adult children in full-time study
Timeline
Typical steps from first call to approval.
Eligibility assessment
We review your goals, family profile and source of wealth, and confirm which investment options fit.
Documents and due diligence
We prepare certified, translated documents and pre-screen the file against the government's checks.
Investment and submission
You complete the qualifying investment through regulated channels and the application is filed.
Approval and issuance
After approval, permits or passports are issued and we plan renewals and next steps with you.
Documents checklist
The core documents most applicants prepare. Your adviser gives you the complete list for your nationality and family.
- Valid passport for every applicant
- Birth and marriage certificates
- Police clearance from countries of residence
- Proof of address
- Source of funds and source of wealth evidence
- Bank reference letters
- Medical certificate and health insurance where required
- Certified translations and apostilles
Benefits
Global mobility
Travel to 145 destinations without arranging a visa in advance.
Family inclusion
Spouses and children can usually be included in one application.
Predictable timeline
Typical processing of 2–3 months once a complete file is submitted.
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Visa-free and visa-on-arrival destinations
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This jurisdiction offers tax advantages to new residents.
General information only, pending review by a tax adviser. Your tax position depends on where you are resident, not only on your new status.
Rinnovo e percorso verso la cittadinanza
La cittadinanza è concessa all'approvazione della domanda. Il passaporto si rinnova poi come qualsiasi altro, senza nuovo investimento.
Verifica le condizioni di rinnovo attuali con la fonte ufficiale prima di impegnarti.
Pros and cons
Strengths
- Contribution from US$200,000 for a single applicant
- Dependent children up to 30 and parents or grandparents aged 55+ can be included
- Approval typically in 3–4 months
Things to weigh
- The contribution is non-refundable
- Every applicant aged 16+ attends an interview
Rischi e due diligence
Considera questi punti prima di trasferire fondi.
- Richiedente principale e familiari adulti sono sottoposti a controlli sui precedenti e sull'origine dei fondi.
- Le domande possono essere respinte e alcune opzioni di investimento non sono rimborsabili.
- Soglie, regole e accesso senza visto possono cambiare con poco preavviso.
- Lavora solo con agenti autorizzati e verifica in modo indipendente i titoli di immobili o fondi.
Investing through property?
Our property partners can show developments that qualify for this route. Ask your adviser before you commit to any purchase.
Not sure this is the right route?
Answer a few questions and see which programmes fit your budget, family and timeline.
How it compares
| Programme | Minimum investment | Processing time | Visa-free destinations | Residency requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento | $200,000 | 3–4 months | 145 | No minimum stay |
| Antigua & Barbuda Cittadinanza per investimento | $230,000 | 3–4 months | 151 | 5 days/5yr |
| St. Kitts & Nevis Cittadinanza per investimento | $250,000 | 120–180 days | 157 | No minimum stay |
| UAE Golden visa | AED 2,000,000 | 7–10 working days (Dubai) | 180 | No minimum stay |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum investment for the Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento?
The official minimum is $200,000. Government, due diligence and third-party costs are extra and depend on family size.
How long does the Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento take?
Government processing typically takes 3–4 months once a complete application is filed. Preparing documents usually adds a few weeks.
Can I include my family?
Yes. A spouse and dependent children can usually be included; some programmes also accept dependent parents.
Do I need to live there?
No minimum stay is required to obtain or keep the status.
Do I get my investment back?
It depends on the route. Contributions are not refundable. With property, bond, deposit or fund routes you keep the asset and can usually sell or redeem it after the holding period.
In quante destinazioni possono viaggiare senza visto i titolari di Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento?
145 destinazioni secondo i dati pubblicati attuali. L'accesso può cambiare, verifica prima di partire.
Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento mi rende residente fiscale?
Lo status da solo non ti rende residente fiscale. Dipende da dove vivi e dalle regole di ogni paese, quindi chiedi una consulenza fiscale indipendente.
Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento può portare alla cittadinanza?
La cittadinanza è concessa all'approvazione della domanda. Il passaporto si rinnova poi come qualsiasi altro, senza nuovo investimento. Verifica le condizioni di rinnovo attuali con la fonte ufficiale prima di impegnarti.
Quali controlli prevede una domanda per Dominica Cittadinanza per investimento?
Richiedente principale e familiari adulti sono sottoposti a controlli sui precedenti e sull'origine dei fondi. Le domande possono essere respinte e alcune opzioni di investimento non sono rimborsabili.
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