Citizenship by Family\/Descent:<\/strong> Individuals with Dominican parents or grandparents may be eligible for citizenship.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Citizenship by Marriage: <\/strong>Foreign spouses of Dominican citizens can apply for citizenship after a qualifying period.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Citizenship by Naturalisation\u00e2\u20ac\u2039: <\/strong>Foreigners who have lived in Dominica for a certain period can apply for citizenship.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dominican Citizenship by Investment offers several pathways for individuals to gain citizenship through financial contributions. Learn about the available options and their costs in detail on our Investment Options page.<\/a><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t The Economic Diversification Fund<\/strong><\/a> (EDF) supports public and private projects within Dominica, covering industries such as education, healthcare, sport, and tourism. A single applicant must contribute US$200,000<\/strong> to the EDF, though fees will increase if they wish to apply for additional dependants.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Real estate<\/strong><\/a> is another investment option for Dominica CBI applicants. 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<\/strong><\/a> projects listed here. This must be valued at a minimum of US$200,000<\/strong>. Government fees starting from US$75,000<\/strong> per applicant also apply.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t These fees are approximate and will vary depending on the specific investment choice and applicant details. Follow this simple, step-by-step guide to apply for Dominican Citizenship by Investment. Choose an Authorised Agent <\/h2>\n The first step for applying for citizenship is to choose an agent from the list of\u00c2\u00a0Authorised Agents<\/a>. These are people who have been officially licenced by the Citizenship by Investment Unit to be given the authority to act on behalf of the main applicant in relation to a Citizenship by Investment application.<\/p>\n Authorised Agents are the only people who can handle applications for Citizenship by Investment, and the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU) will not accept direct submissions.<\/p>\n Getting in touch with your Authorised Agent will allow you to discuss the best way to prepare the required documentation you need to submit as your application to the CBIU. You will need to complete all official forms, attend a medical examination and obtain certain\u00c2\u00a0supporting documents<\/a>\u00c2\u00a0for your CBI application. All this paperwork will need to be submitted in English and with the appropriate notarisation and legalisation. If you are purchasing property, this will need to be reserved through a sale and purchase agreement.<\/p>\n Contact your Authorised Agent<\/h2>\n Processing of application<\/h2>\n When all of your forms have been completed, and all documentation collected, your Authorised Agent will submit your application to the CBIU and liaise with them on your behalf. The Authorised Agent will attend to all correspondence, queries or questions which the CBIU may have during that time.<\/p>\n Your application will need to be vetted by means of a thorough due diligence background check in order to verify the information that you have provided.<\/p>\n All applicants sixteen years of age or over will be required to attend a mandatory interview.<\/p>\n The CBIU will consider your file taking into consideration the findings of the due diligence report and mandatory interview and make a recommendation on your application to the Government accordingly. You will then receive a letter through your Authorised Agent, which will inform you on the status of your application. This will let you know whether it has been successful (known as \u00e2\u20ac\u0153approval in principle\u00e2\u20ac\u009d), delayed for cause and is still being processed or denied.<\/p>\n Background checks<\/h2>\n Payment of investment and issuing of Certificates of Naturalisation<\/h3>\n If your application is approved in principle, the CBIU\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s letter will also instruct you to make your contribution payment for the Economic Diversification Fund option or complete the payment on the real estate property. Upon receiving proof of payment, the CBIU will then issue your Certificate of Naturalisation, which stands as evidence of your citizenship and can be used by yourself or your Authorised Agent to apply for your Dominican passport. <\/p>\n For any further information, please visit our FAQs page<\/a>.<\/p>\n To apply for Dominican Citizenship by Investment, you will need to submit the following (non-exhaustive) supporting documents:<\/p>\n These documents ensure a smooth and efficient application process.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow long is a Dominica passport valid for? <\/a><\/p>\n A Dominica passport is valid for 10 years for adults and 5 years for minors.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDoes Dominica allow dual citizenship? <\/a><\/p>\n Yes, Dominica allows dual citizenship, meaning you can retain your current nationality while becoming a citizen of Dominica.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat are the benefits of Dominican citizenship? (link to benefits page after bullet pointing key benefits)<\/a><\/p>\n Dominican citizenship offers numerous advantages, including:<\/p>\n Learn more about the benefits of Dominican citizenship here.<\/a><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWho is eligible for Dominican citizenship?<\/a><\/p>\n Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years old, have no criminal record, and meet financial and health requirements. Family members (spouse, children, and in some cases, parents and grandparents) can also apply.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIs Dominican citizenship worth it?<\/a><\/p>\n Yes, Dominican citizenship is highly valued due to the security, tax advantages, and enhanced global mobility it offers, making it a worthwhile investment for those seeking an alternative citizenship.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow long does it take to get citizenship in Dominica? <\/a><\/p>\n The process typically takes 3 to 4 months, from the submission of your application to approval in principle.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\tWhat ways are there to obtain Dominican Citizenship by Investment, and what does it cost? <\/h2>\n
The Economic Diversification Fund<\/h2>\n
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