DOMINICA
“Named the Nature Island for its unspoiled natural beauty, Dominica is arguably the most breathtaking island in the Caribbean, boasting one of the best standards of living in the region.”
WHY CHOOSE DOMINICA?
Officially the Commonwealth of Dominica, this beautiful island boasts pristine sandy beaches, lush green mountains, acres of unspoiled tropical rainforests, and some of the best diving and hiking in the Caribbean. A diverse blend of English, French, African and Carib peoples and cultures, Dominica is a politically and economically stable state with the lowest crime rate in the region. In addition Dominica recognizes dual citizenship. The Economic Citizenship Programme offers applicants a wealth of benefits and privileges:
The Economic Citizenship Programme offers applicants a wealth of benefits and privileges:
- No physical residency requirements.
- Inclusion of dependent children under 30.
- Inclusion of dependent parents and grandparents over 55.
- No education or managerial experience required.
- Visa-free travel to over 130 countries, including Europe’s Schengen zone, the U.K., Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore and Turkey, Russia, UAE ETC.
- No taxes for nonresidents.
- Lifetime citizenship is irrevocable once granted.
To qualify for citizenship in Dominica, applicants must fulfill one of the investment options below in addition to meeting the following criteria:
- Be of outstanding character.
- Hold no criminal record.
- Have excellent health.
- Be of outstanding character.
- Hold no criminal record.
- Have excellent health.
Individuals born in countries on Antigua & Barbuda’s restricted countries’ list (Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Somalia,Yemen, Sudan) but who have migrated before the age of majority and/or have maintained permanent residence in Canada, The United Kingdom, The United States of America, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia and The United Arab Emirates for a period of not less than 10 years and maintain no economic ties to any restricted country may qualify for application.
- 1. National Development Fund Contribution or Charitable Donation
A. Single Applicant
A single applicant is required to make a nonrefundable contribution of US$100,000 to the Government Fund.
B. Family Application I
(Applicant + spouse)
A nonrefundable contribution of US$175,000 qualifies the main applicant and the applicant’s spouse.
C. Family Application II
(Applicant + up to three qualifying dependents)
A nonrefundable contribution of US$200,000 qualifies the main applicant and up to three dependents. An additional $25,000 is required for each additional dependent, other than a spouse.
- 2. Real Estate Investment
Applicants may purchase property valued at a minimum of US$220,000 in a government-approved real estate development. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of three years. If maintained and sold after five years, the property qualifies the next buyer for citizenship as well.
Nationals 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 10 years or more and whose investment funds do not originate from one of the above-mentioned countries. For case-by-case eligibility, please contact us.
ABOUT DOMINICA
Caribbean, Island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean about halfway between Puerto Rico and Trinidad and Tobago
CAPITAL
Roseau
DIFFERENCE
UTC-4
LANGUAGE
English
CURRENCY
East Caribbean dollars (XCD), tied to USD
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 2.7 XCD (2014)
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