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Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment: Cost, Requirements & Processing Time (2026)

The short version

Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment requires a minimum investment of €184,000 (philanthropic donation route), with residency in ~4–6 months and direct citizenship on approval.

Investment routes compared

Route type	Amount (EUR)	Notes	Primary?
Philanthropic donation	€184,000USD 200,000	Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) donation — non-refundable. Post-2024 standardised regional minimum.	Most common
Real estate	€184,000USD 200,000	Approved real estate (held 3 years for resale, 5 years for repeat-CBI sale).

At a glance

€184,000 minimum qualifying investment
~4–6 months expected end-to-end processing
Direct citizenship on approval citizenship timeline
No Schengen access travel rights
No minimum stay physical-presence requirement

Physical presence: No residency requirement — citizenship granted directly.

Official program source · Source: Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit · Last verified Apr 15, 2026 · Verify current rules with an authorized immigration adviser or the destination's consulate before applying.

Next review 2026-07-15.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum investment for the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment?

The minimum qualifying investment is €184,000. ~€184K ($200K) Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) contribution for single applicant; $250K for family of up to 3; $260K family of 4; +$25K per additional dependant. Qualifying routes: Philanthropic donation (€184,000); Real estate (€184,000) Most applicants use the Philanthropic donation route (€184,000).

How long does the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment take to process?

Expected end-to-end processing is ~4–6 months. Approval in principle ~4-6 months. Payment triggered only after approval.

Can I get citizenship through the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment, and when?

This programme grants direct citizenship on approval. Direct citizenship on approval. No language test, no residence. Dual citizenship permitted. Visa-free access to ~145 countries including UK (but NOT Schengen since EU warnings in 2025).

What is the physical-presence requirement for the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment?

No residency requirement — citizenship granted directly.

Are my spouse and children included in the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment?

Spouse, minor children, adult children in education, dependent parents can be included. An additional fee of about €6,500 per adult dependant applies.

Does the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment grant Schengen access?

No. Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment does not by itself grant Schengen-area travel rights.

Is the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment currently open to new applicants?

The programme is currently open (reforming). OECS Memorandum of Agreement standardised the regional $200K minimum effective 1 July 2024.

Who regulates the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment?

Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment is administered by Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit. The canonical source is https://cbiu.gov.dm/. Facts last verified 2026-04-15; next review 2026-07-15.