Dominica

Officially the Commonwealth of Dominica, the beautiful island boasts lush green mountains, pristine sandy beaches, acres of unspoiled tropical rainforests, and some of the best hiking and diving in the Caribbean. A diverse blend of French, English, African and Carib peoples and cultures, Dominica is an economically and politically stable state with the least crime rate in the region. Also, Dominica recognizes dual citizenship. The Economic Citizenship Program offers applicants a wealth of privileges and benefits:

• Physical residency is not requirements.
• No education or managerial experience required.
• Inclusion of dependent children under 28.
• The inclusion of unmarried daughters under 28 living with and fully supported by the principal applicant.
• Inclusion of dependent parents and grandparents over 55.
• Visa-free travel to over 110 countries, including Europe’s Schengen zone, the U.K., Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Turkey.
• No taxes for nonresidents.

To be considered for citizenship in Dominica, applicants must meet one of the investment options below in addition to matching the following criteria:

• Be of excellent character.
• Hold no criminal record.
• Be of good health.
• Possess a basic knowledge of English.

A single applicant is required to make a contribution of US$100,000 that is nonrefundable to the Government Fund

(Applicant + spouse)

A nonrefundable donation of US$175,000 qualifies the principal applicant and his spouse.

(Applicant + up to three qualifying dependents)

An applicant of this category makes a nonrefundable contribution of US$200,000 that qualifies him and up to three dependents. An additional $25,000 is required for each additional dependent, other than a spouse.

Applicants in this category are required to purchase property valued at a minimum of US$200,000 in a government-approved real estate development. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of three years. If managed and sold after five years, the property qualifies the next buyer for citizenship as well.
Citizens of the following countries and territories will be treated on a case-by-case basis: Afghanistan, Chechnya, Iraq, North Korea, Pakistan, Sao Tome Principe, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Yemen.
Exceptions are applicants who have been legal residents in other countries for ten years or more and whose investment funds do not originate from one of the countries mentioned above.