The Real Estate Investment option under the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme allows investors to obtain citizenship by purchasing property in a government-approved real estate development. This option is ideal for those who wish to own an asset in Dominica while securing the benefits of a second passport.
Minimum Investment Requirements
To qualify for Dominican citizenship through real estate, investors must:
✔ Purchase a government-approved real estate property with a minimum value of US$200,000.
✔ Hold the property for at least three years before selling. If the property is resold to another citizenship applicant, the holding period extends to five years.
Government Fees (Mandatory in Addition to Real Estate Purchase)
✔ Single Applicant: US$75,000
✔ Main Applicant + Spouse: US$100,000
✔ Family of Four (Main Applicant, Spouse, and Two Dependents): US$100,000
✔ Additional Dependents (regardless of age): US$25,000 per dependent
Other Fees
✔ Due Diligence Fees (Required for all applicants aged 16+ years): Main Applicant: US$7,500; Each Dependent (16+ years old): US$4,000
✔ Application Processing Fee: US$1,000 per application
✔ Passport Issuance Fee: US$500 per person
✔ Certificate of Naturalization Fee: US$250 per person
✔ Legal and Administration Fees: US$10,000 plus US$1,500 each dependent