Dominica Citizenship
Established in 1993, the Commonwealth of Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Program has emerged as a beacon of excellence in the realm of second citizenship options. The Dominica economic citizenship is a well-established citizenship program offers a unique blend of affordability, efficiency, and prestige, making it a top choice for discerning global investors who wishes to obtain a Citizenship in the Caribbean.
Dominica Citizenship Benefits
Residency and Family Inclusion
- Citizenship for life, applicable for future generations.
- Dual citizenship is permitted.
Dependents included:
- Spouse.
- Children of the applicant or spouse under 18.
- Children betweeen 18-30 years old if studying and supported.
- An unmarried daughter under 25 living with the applicant.
- Parents and grandparents over 65 if supported.
Travel and Quality of Life
- Ability to live, work and settle in any other member of the CARICOM.
- Visa free countries/entry to over 140 countries.
Ease of Access
- No residency requirement.
- No education or management experience required.
- Fast physical processing times.
- Attractive tax regime; no capital gains or inheritance taxes.
- No language requirement.
Dominica Citizenship requirements
- Be over 21 years old.
- Have no criminal record.
- Provide all the required documents in English.
- Provide a letter of application for economic citizenship addressed to the Minister responsible for Citizenship.
- Make a qualifying donation or investment.
- The application must be submitted through a government authorised agent.
Dominica Citizenship by Investment Options
Dominica citizenship by donation
Approved applicants can qualify by making a minimum financial contribution to the government.
- USD 200,000 for a single applicant
- USD 250,000 for families of up to 4 persons
- USD 25,000 for each additional applicant under 18
- USD 40,000 for each additional applicant over 18
Dominica citizenship by investment real estate
Make a minimum investment of USD 200,000 in a government-approved real estate project, held for 5-years.
Plus payment of Government Fees of:
- USD 75,000 for a single applicant
- USD 100,000 for families of up to 4 persons
- USD 25,000 for each additional applicant under 18
- USD 40,000 for each additional applicant over 18
Request a price breakdown
and eligibility evaluation
Secret Bay Resort
The Residences at Secret Bay represent a rare opportunity to own a piece of Caribbean paradise. These exclusive, sustainable villas are part of a world-class resort with a proven track record of high rental demand and occupancy. Enjoy the benefits of professional management while capitalizing on the growing demand for luxury vacation properties. Whether you’re seeking a personal retreat or a sound investment, The Residences at Secret Bay offer an unparalleled opportunity.
- Award-winning, limited collection of sustainable luxury villas.
- Located on a serene clifftop promontory overlooking the azure Caribbean Sea and currently operational.
- Rare opportunity to own a residential-style villa managed and marketed by one of the world’s most acclaimed eco-luxury boutique resorts.
- Starting minimum investment of at least USD 220,000.
Dominica Citizenship Authorized Agent
Harvey Law Group is officially authorized by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) of the Commonwealth of Dominica to promote and provide information about the Citizenship by Investment Programme.
Dominica Citizenship Process
Processing time 6-8 Months
Due Diligence And Application
- Complete pre-assessment, KYC and eligibility checks.
- Complete all application forms, payment of legal and due diligence fees.
- Submit application through an authorized agent.
Approval And Investment
Upon approval, pay balance of the investment, passport fees and other government fees.
Obtaining Dominica citizenship
- Obtain the Certificate of Citizenship.
- Issue Passports for all family members.
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Dominica Citizenship by Investment – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme?
The Commonwealth of Dominica's Citizenship by Investment Programme was established in 1993, making it one of the longest-running and most reputable citizenship by investment programmes in the Caribbean. It allows eligible applicants and their families to obtain full citizenship and passports through a qualifying donation starting from USD 200,000 or a real estate investment starting from USD 200,000. The programme offers no residency requirement, no language requirement, no personal capital gains or inheritance taxes, and dual citizenship is permitted. Processing typically takes 6 to 8 months.
Who is eligible to apply for Dominica citizenship by investment?
The main applicant must be at least 21 years old, have no criminal record, provide all required documents in English, submit a letter of application for economic citizenship addressed to the Minister responsible for Citizenship, make a qualifying donation or investment, and submit the application through a government-authorised agent. There are no country restrictions, language requirements, or education and management experience requirements.
What are the investment options for Dominica citizenship by investment?
There are two qualifying investment routes. The Donation route requires a minimum financial contribution to the government: USD 200,000 for a single applicant, USD 250,000 for a family of up to 4, USD 25,000 per additional dependant under 18, and USD 40,000 per additional dependant over 18. The Real Estate route requires a minimum investment of USD 200,000 in a government-approved project held for at least 5 years, plus government fees of USD 75,000 for a single applicant, USD 100,000 for a family of up to 4, USD 25,000 per additional dependant under 18, and USD 40,000 per additional dependant over 18. Processing, due diligence, and legal fees are additional to both routes.
Who qualifies as a dependant under the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme?
Eligible dependants include the spouse of the main applicant, children of the applicant or spouse under 18 years old, children aged 18 to 30 who are full-time students and financially supported by the applicant, an unmarried daughter under 25 years old who is living with the applicant, and parents or grandparents aged 65 or above who are financially supported by the applicant.
What are the key benefits of Dominica citizenship?
Dominica passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries and territories. Citizens also have the right to live, work, and settle in any CARICOM member state. The citizenship is granted for life, is applicable to future generations, and dual citizenship is permitted. Dominica offers an attractive tax regime with no capital gains tax and no inheritance tax. There are no residency, language, education, or management experience requirements to obtain or maintain citizenship.
Is dual citizenship permitted in Dominica?
Yes. Dominica permits dual citizenship. Applicants are not required to renounce their existing nationality when obtaining Dominican citizenship through the investment programme.
Is there a residency requirement for Dominica citizenship by investment?
No. There is no requirement to reside in or travel to Dominica before, during, or after the citizenship application process. The programme is fully accessible to international investors without any minimum stay obligations.
How long does the Dominica citizenship by investment process take?
The process from application submission to issuance of the Certificate of Citizenship and passports for all family members typically takes 6 to 8 months. This covers pre-assessment and KYC checks, submission of application forms and payment of legal and due diligence fees, approval, payment of the investment balance and government fees, and passport issuance.
What is the Secret Bay real estate project approved for Dominica citizenship?
Secret Bay is a government-approved real estate project eligible for the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme. It offers a limited collection of award-winning, sustainable luxury villas situated on a clifftop overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The minimum qualifying investment starts from USD 220,000. The resort is currently operational and offers a professional rental management programme, providing investors with the potential for rental income during the required 5-year holding period.
Does the application need to be submitted through an authorised agent?
Yes. All Dominica citizenship by investment applications must be submitted through a government-authorised agent. Private individuals cannot apply directly to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) of Dominica. Harvey Law Group is officially authorised by the CIU of the Commonwealth of Dominica to promote and facilitate applications under the programme.
Why use Harvey Law Group to apply for Dominica citizenship by investment?
Harvey Law Group is officially authorised by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) of the Commonwealth of Dominica to promote and provide information about the Citizenship by Investment Programme. With over 30 years of international immigration experience, the firm manages the full application process — from pre-assessment and due diligence through to Certificate of Citizenship and passport issuance for all family members — ensuring a compliant and efficiently managed application.