Introduced in 1993, the Dominica Citizenship by Investment program is one of the longest running programs in the world. It is consistenly ranked by the Financial Times’s Professional Wealth Management (PWM) magazine as the number one CBI program in terms of the programs overall integrity and the quality of its applicants. Often seen as the most affordable CBI program in the Caribbean, the Dominica Citizenship by investment program offers a quick route to acquiring second citizenship and through its passport, visa free access to over 143 countries worldwide including EU and UK.
Currently ranked number 67th on the passport power index providing visa travel to 143 countries. Applicants can see approvals in approximately 3 months and is considered one of the oldest programs. Constantly improving the program, the Dominica Government are consistently maintaining the integrity of the program, thus ensuring that the quality of the Passport of Dominica.
Dominica is considered a mecca for the environmentally minded tourist, with the abundance of natural rainforests, unspoilt coastlines and ethically run nature activities.
Although not necessary, moving to Dominica could hold the key to some serious tax advantages. The Government is committed to helping newly qualified citizens open and operate business from Dominica by providing generous tax holidays, import concessions and an increase in travel infrastructure.
Dominica gained its independence from Great Britain in 1978 but is still a member of the Commonwealth, the UN, CARICOM, OECS, OAS, and the International Organisation of La Francophonie. Dominica is located between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, approximately halfway between Puerto Rico and Trinidad and Tobago. The island can be reached from the United States and Europe through short stopovers in Antigua (ANU), Barbados (BGI), St Maarten (SXM), Puerto Rico (SJU), Guadeloupe (PTP), and Martinique (FDF).
MIami 2,269.13 km, New York City 3.065 km, Ottawa 3,529.95 km
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A second passport from a stable and peaceful country can greatly improve the security of a family, especially in times of political or social unrest. Having this type of insurance can often be a priceless investment for a family. As a Dominican Citizen, you can travel visa free to 143 countries across the globe. Dominica allows dual citizenship, thus making possible wealth planning even more possible.
The Dominican citizenship by investment program is available to the family members of the main applicant, meaning the investor can secure and pass on a better future for their family for future generations. Dominican Citizenship is the easy access to world-class medical facilities and easily open up access to schools and universities around the world.
Dual Citizenship may also prove very advantageous for tax and estate planning purposes. Dominica does not tax Citizens on their worldwide income and does not have any personal, inheritance, capital gains or gift taxes. This allows Citizens to manage their worldwide wealth planning in a more efficient and effective way.
Must be at least eighteen years of age. Must have made an investment in the prescribed amount. Must meet other application requirements.
To qualify for citizenship, applicants must fulfill one of the investment options below in addition to the following criteria:
Minimum: Luxury Property : $200,000 The property must be held for at least three years and be authorised by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, with all approved real estate projects listed. If the applicant wishes to re_sell the property to another applicant for citizenship by investment, then the property must be maintained for at least 5 years.
US$100,000 (one hundred thousand United States dollars) for the main applicant; US$150,000 (one hundred and fifty thousand United States dollars) for the main applicant and spouse; US$175,000 (one hundred and seventy-five thousand United States dollars) for the main applicant and up to three dependants; US$25,000 (twenty-five thousand United States dollars) for any additional dependant under the age of eighteen; US$50,000 (fifty thousand United States dollars) for any additional dependant eighteen years of age or older.
To qualify for citizenship, applicants must fulfill one of the investment options below in addition to the following criteria:
Through a one-off donation to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) an applicant may obtain Citizenship with no qualifying wait period. This onetime payment is sent directly to an escrow account, which is managed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit of the Government.
*In addition to the Real Estate investment there are due diligence, processing and goverment fees to be paid.
Applicants may purchase government-approved real estate project at the minimum amount in a real estate development, The property must be held for at least three years and be authorised by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, with all approved real estate projects listed. If the applicant wishes to re_sell the property to another applicant for citizenship by investment, then the property must be maintained for at least 5 years.
*In addition to the Real Estate investment there are due diligence, processing and goverment fees to be paid.
Talk to NG Global Citizens Advisor
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Processing the Application
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Talk to NG Global Citizens Advisor
Choose Investment Option
Prepare Document
NG Submit Your Application
Processing the Application
Approval in Prinsiple
Complete Your Investment
Apply for the Passport