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Dominica Citizenship by Investment

Consistently ranked the world's most affordable and most reputable CBI programme. From $200,000. Schengen and UK visa-free. No visit required.

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Dominica
$200KMinimum investment
3–5 monthsProcessing time
145 countriesVisa-free access
#36Passport rank

Overview — Dominica Citizenship by Investment

Dominica has operated a citizenship by investment programme since 1993 and has built a global reputation for value, integrity, and operational consistency. It has been ranked the #1 CBI programme by the Financial Times' Professional Wealth Management magazine multiple times, and remains among the top three programmes globally in independent ratings.

The Commonwealth of Dominica passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 145 countries, including the United Kingdom, the Schengen Area, Singapore, and Hong Kong. There is no income tax on foreign-sourced earnings, no inheritance tax, and no capital gains tax — making it particularly attractive for investors managing international wealth structures.

Dominica is also the Caribbean's most affordable CBI programme, with a single-applicant contribution of $200,000. Processing takes 3–5 months. No visit to Dominica is required at any point.

Who qualifies

  • Applicants aged 18 or older with no criminal convictions
  • Investment capacity of at least $200,000 for the EDF contribution route
  • Documented, clean source of funds
  • No serious visa refusals from countries with which Dominica has visa-free access
  • Spouse, dependent children (unmarried), and dependent parents may be included

Investment routes

Economic Diversification Fund (EDF)

USD 200,000 (single) / USD 250,000 (family of up to 4)

A non-refundable contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund — the government's primary development vehicle. No property involved, no holding period, straightforward process.

Most affordable CBI programme globally — lowest entry point

Approved Real Estate

USD 200,000 minimum

Purchase of government-approved real estate in Dominica. The property must be held for a minimum of five years. Additional government fees apply.

Key benefits

  • Most cost-effective citizenship by investment programme globally
  • Visa-free access to 145+ countries including Schengen and UK
  • No income tax on foreign-sourced income
  • No residency requirement — no visit ever needed
  • Consistently rated among the top three CBI programmes

How we process your application

01

Assessment & Route Selection

We confirm your eligibility and recommend EDF vs real estate based on your goals and budget.

02

Document Preparation

Full dossier compiled: certified passports, birth certificates, police clearances, bank statements, and professional references.

03

Pre-Submission Review

We conduct a pre-submission compliance check against the Citizenship by Investment Unit's (CBIU) known disqualifying criteria.

04

Application Submission

Application submitted to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU). Processing commences within 30 days of submission.

05

Approval & Investment

Conditional approval issued. EDF payment is made directly to the Government of Dominica. Receipt and approval confirmation are issued within 7 business days.

06

Certificate & Passport

Citizenship certificate and Dominican passport issued. No visit required. Documents delivered by secure courier.

Why apply with Avyanco

21+ yearsof advisory experience guiding global investors
End-to-endone dedicated case team from first call to passport
Bank-gradedue diligence on every file to minimise rejection
Fixed feesyour full cost quoted upfront — no surprises

Frequently asked questions

Why is Dominica considered the best value CBI programme?
Dominica offers a combination of low cost ($200K single applicant), strong passport quality (145+ countries), zero tax on foreign income, and a government that has consistently managed its programme with integrity since 1993. Independent rankings — including Financial Times PWM — have rated it the #1 CBI programme multiple years running.
Is there any income tax in Dominica?
Dominica does not tax income earned outside of Dominica. There is also no inheritance tax and no capital gains tax. You are not required to live in Dominica to be a citizen, and there is no requirement to declare foreign assets to Dominican authorities.
How long does processing take?
Standard processing takes 3–5 months from submission of a complete application. There is no accelerated processing option comparable to St. Kitts & Nevis, but the timeline is consistent and reliable in our experience.
Jashvantkumar Prajapati

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Jashvantkumar Prajapati

Founder & CEO, Avyanco — 21+ years in global mobility advisory

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Disclaimer: Programme details are indicative and were last reviewed on 2026-06-13. Investment thresholds, processing times, eligibility conditions and programme rules are set by the respective government authority and may change without notice. This page is for information only and is not legal, financial or immigration advice. Always verify current conditions with the programme's official government authority before making any investment decision.