Grenada Citizenship by Investment
Known as the ‘Spice Island’ of the Caribbean, Grenada is a small island in the Caribbean enjoying a steady economic growth and political stability. The country has virtually no crime and offers a high standard of living to all its’ citizens. Grenada gained independence from the British in 1974 and is a full member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM), as well as the World Trade Organisation (WTO). Grenada Citizenship offers visa-free travel to over 100 countries, including the European Schengen Area to both the applicant as well as family members.
Investment Options
The National Transformation Fund NTF was established to assist the transformation of Grenada’s economy into one that is diversified, resilient, and prosperous.
Due Diligence, application and processing fees apply.
There are two options available to applicants who want to invest in real estate in Grenada. In both cases, the investment must be held for a period of five years from the date citizenship is received. Due Diligence, application and processing fees apply.
- A joint investment in pre-approved tourism accommodation: USD $220,000
- An independent investment in pre-approved real estate: USD $350,000
Under both options, the following Government Fees apply:
Visa-free travel to 120 + countries worldwide
Grenada passport is ranked 39th best passport in the world with visa free travel to 121 countries according to 2016 visa restrictions index. Grenada passport is the only country in the Caribbean which has visa free travel to China.
Comoros
Djibouti
Gambia
Guinea
Bissau
Kenya
Madagascar
Malawi
Maldives
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mozambique
Swaziland
Tanzania
Togo
Uganda
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Aruba
Bermuda
British Virgin
Islands
Bolivia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Cuba
Cayman
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Falkland Islands
Guadeloupe
Haiti
Jamaica
Martinique
Montserrat
Antilles
Nicaragua
Panama
Peru
St Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Suriname
Trinidad and Tobago
Turks and Caicos Islands
Venezuela
Cambodia
China
Hong Kong
Laos
Malaysia
Maldives
Nepal
Philippines
Sri Lanka
Singapore
South Korea
Timor-Leste
Andorra
Austria
Belgium
Bosnia
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland (Rep.)
Italy
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Macedonia (FYROM)
Monaco
Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russia
San Marino
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Egypt
Iran
Jordan
Lebanon
Fiji
Federated States of Micronesia
Niue
Pitcairn Islands
Palau
Solomon Islands
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
Benefits
Visa-free travel in more than 140 countries and territories
Ability to pass on citizenship to future generations
Right to hold dual citizenship
Citizenship for life, with the right to live and work in the country
Discretion throughout the application process
The option to apply as an investor under the United States’ exclusive E-2 Visa Programme
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to submit a separate Grenada Citizenship by Investment application for each family member?
No, this is not necessary. Spouses and dependent children up to 25 years can be included within the same application.
What makes the Grenada citizenship by investment program legal is the presence of a Constitutional Act that prescribes how an individual can acquire citizenship through investment, and ensures the citizenship granted is for life – meaning no one can revoke your citizenship or your Grenada passport even if the government changes in the future.
The country’s Constitutional Act explains exactly how the applicant can invest in Grenada citizenship by investment. The second citizenship program requires the investor to apply through an authorized agent and invest in government funds or approved real estate projects, business ventures or government bonds. The applicant also has to undergo a due diligence check and prove that he has clean a source of funds.
Investments can only be made in a Government Approved Real Estate Project. We will help check the contracts on your behalf, pick the best units that can be rented or sold after the holding period and negotiate the best package for your needs.
No, you do not need to visit Grenada before, during, or after the application process. You can collect passports from your authorized agent.
No, Grenada allows dual citizenship, and you thus do not need to renounce any other citizenship or passport.
No you can only submit applications to Grenada citizenship unit, through authorized agent. We work with several local and marketing agents in Grenada authorized by the Government.
Being a citizen of a member of the Commonwealth of Nations brings several benefits. For example, you will be able to travel easily across member states, you will be protected by the embassies and commissions of other member states across the globe, and you will be eligible for certain sporting activities (the Commonwealth Games).
Grenada has signed E2 treaty with the US in 1989. The E-2 nonimmigrant classification allows a national of a treaty country (a country with which the United States maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation) to be admitted to the United States when investing a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business. For more information see: https://www.uscis.gov/working-united-states/temporary-workers/e-2-treaty-investors.
You can apply for E-2 non immigrant visa at the US embassy at Barbados in person. You may be called for interview. Additional requirements include permanent residence status as a resident in Grenada.