VIEN

Dominica Citizenship by Investment

Introduction

The Dominica citizenship by investment programme from Prosperous Living Investment (PLI) opens a path to owning a second passport with a contribution starting from US$200,000 — the lowest-cost CBI programme in the Caribbean.
The Dominica Citizenship by Investment programme has operated since 1993 as the second-oldest CBI programme in the world, offering visa-free, visa-on-arrival or ETA access to approximately 122 destinations including the Schengen Area, China, Singapore and Hong Kong, with no residency requirements and a processing time of 3–6 months.
Dominica Citizenship by Investment — Introduction

Programme Overview

Investment level

From US$200,000 (individual EDF), US$250,000 (family of 4). Real estate from US$200,000.

Processing time

Processing time ranges from 3 to 6 months from the date the applicant submits a complete application.

Passport

Visa-free, visa-on-arrival or ETA access to approximately 122 destinations, including the Schengen Area, China, Singapore and Hong Kong

Residence requirement

No requirement to reside in Dominica before or after receiving citizenship. The entire process is completed remotely.

Family

Includes spouse, children under 30, unmarried siblings, and dependent parents and grandparents.

Generational citizenship

Permanent citizenship, passed down to future generations by descent

Benefits of Dominica Citizenship

Lowest cost in the Caribbean
Investment from US$200,000 — the lowest level among all Caribbean CBI programmes. Suitable for individual investors or small families wishing to own a second citizenship with an optimal budget.
Tax incentives
There is no foreign income tax, inheritance tax, capital gains tax or wealth tax for non-resident citizens.
No residency requirement
Absolutely no requirement to reside in Dominica before, during, or after receiving citizenship. The entire process is carried out remotely — no need to visit Dominica at all.
Dominica Citizenship by Investment — Benefits
Visa-free travel
A Dominica passport offers visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or ETA access to around 122 destinations, including the Schengen zone, China, Singapore and Hong Kong — one of the few Caribbean passports granted visa-free entry to China. From 01/01/2026, the United States applies partial entry restrictions to Dominican citizens.
Dual citizenship
Dominica allows citizens to hold dual citizenship without restriction. Investors do not need to renounce their Vietnamese citizenship and are not required to notify their country of origin.
Lifetime citizenship
Dominica citizenship is permanent, does not require renewal, and can be passed down to children by descent through subsequent generations. The passport is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely.

Start your journey with
Prosperous Living Investment

Free consultation – a personal solution for every client
The Prosperous Living Investment team is ready to stand beside you in every global investment and residency decision.

Citizenship by investment roadmap

Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)

Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)

A non-refundable contribution from US$200,000 to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) — funding national development projects including education, healthcare, tourism, and geothermal energy. A family of up to 4 people contributes US$250,000. This is the most popular route with the lowest cost among all Caribbean CBI programmes.
Approved real estate

Approved real estate

Minimum investment of US$200,000 in a government-approved real estate project (over 50 projects), held for at least 3 years. If resold to the next CBI investor, it must be held for 5 years. Rental yield is 2–5% per year, with property prices increasing by an average of 4% per year.

Programme requirements

Net worth

No minimum net worth requirement. Only sufficient financial resources for the investment from US$200,000 and proof of legal source of funds are required.

Experience

No business or management experience required. The programme is open to all foreign nationals aged 18 and over.

Investment

From US$200,000 (individual EDF), US$250,000 (family of 4). Or real estate from US$200,000 plus government fees from US$75,000.

Education

No requirements for degrees, professional certifications, or knowledge tests. The programme has no educational requirements.

Language

No requirement for English proficiency or any other language. There are no language tests when submitting an application.

Health

No serious criminal record. Must pass a health check. Mandatory interview for the main investor and dependents aged 16 and over.
Free Consultation

Start your residency journey with
Prosperous Living Investment

Prosperous Living Investment is with you from the first assessment to the day residence or citizenship is granted — transparent, professional and entirely personal.

Profile Assessment
Request a consultation
Entirely free
Confidential
End-to-end support

Implementation process

Obtain Dominica citizenship and passport in 3–6 months with the expert team at Prosperous Living Investment.

Consultation and profile assessment

PLI specialists assess personal, financial, and family circumstances. Based on this, we propose the most suitable route: EDF contribution or real estate. Timeframe: 1–2 weeks.

Preparation and submission of application

PLI coordinates with an authorised agent in Dominica to prepare a complete application, including proof of funds, criminal records, health records, and consular-legalised documents. Submit the official application to the CBIU. Timeframe: 2–4 weeks.

Vetting and preliminary approval

The CBIU conducts background checks through independent international firms. The main investor and dependents aged 16 and over must participate in a mandatory interview. Once requirements are met, the CBIU issues an Approval-in-Principle letter before the investment is made. Timeframe: 2–4 months.

Making the investment

After receiving preliminary approval, the investor proceeds with the investment according to the chosen route and pays government fees. PLI monitors the entire fund transfer process through official banking channels. Timeframe: 2–4 weeks.

Receiving citizenship and passport

The CBIU issues Certificates of Naturalisation and passports to the investor and their entire family. The investor takes the oath before an authorised notary public. Passports provide visa-free, visa-on-arrival or ETA access to approximately 122 destinations. Lifetime citizenship with dual citizenship permitted. Timeframe: 2–4 weeks.

Why choose PLI?
transparenteffectiveprofessional

Effectiveness

There is no one-size-fits-all here. Prosperous Living builds a personal strategy for each file based on financial capacity, business experience and family goals. That strategic approach makes the best use of time and resources and improves the chance of success.

Transparency

Prosperous Living advises within the law, works to a clear process and keeps up with the latest policy from each host government. Every pathway, cost and risk is explained in detail from the outset, so clients can make their investment decision with complete peace of mind.

Professionalism

The Prosperous Living advisory team works to a standard process, coordinating closely between immigration specialists, legal experts and partners worldwide. From assessment and documentation to post-arrival support, every step is methodical and joined up.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are common questions from clients regarding the Dominica citizenship by investment programme. If you need more detailed advice, please contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The minimum investment is US$200,000 through a contribution to the EDF for an individual investor, or US$250,000 for a family of up to 4 members. The real estate route requires a minimum of US$200,000 plus government fees from US$75,000. Conditions and investment levels are as announced by the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit.

The entire process from application submission to passport receipt takes approximately 3 to 6 months. The actual duration depends on the completeness of the application and the chosen investment route.

Yes. Investors can include a spouse, children under 30, unmarried siblings, and dependent parents and grandparents in the same application.

No. Dominica has absolutely no residency requirements before, during, or after receiving citizenship. The entire process is carried out remotely without the need to visit Dominica.

A Dominica passport offers visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or ETA access to around 122 destinations, including the Schengen zone, China, Singapore and Hong Kong. The United Kingdom removed visa-free access for Dominica passport holders in 2023; from 01/01/2026, the United States applies partial entry restrictions to Dominican citizens.

No. Dominica allows dual citizenship without restriction and does not require notification to the country of origin. Investors retain their Vietnamese citizenship.

Yes. Real estate held for a minimum of 3 years can be sold to a regular buyer. If sold to a subsequent CBI investor, it must be held for a minimum of 5 years — the shortest holding period among Caribbean CBI programmes.

Dominica has the lowest contribution requirement among Caribbean CBI programmes (US$200,000), no residency requirement, and is one of the few Caribbean passports offering visa-free travel to China. Operating since 1993, the programme is the second oldest in the world after Saint Kitts and Nevis.