GRENADA

Citizenship by Investment

Grenada offers a well-established Citizenship by Investment program, providing enhanced global mobility; including visa free travel to EU, UK, China and Russia, attractive tax benefits, and unique access to the United States through the E-2 Investor Visa Treaty.

Key Facts

Processing Time
Approximately 6–9 months

Visa-Free Access
According to Passport Index, Grenada is ranked 30th with visa free travel access to 147 counties, including China, European Union countries (EU), and Russia and the United Kingdom (UK).

Minimum Investment
Starting from USD 235,000

Eligible Family Members
Main applicant, spouse, unmarried dependent children aged 0–30, dependent parents over 55, and unmarried siblings of any age without children

Main Advantages

• A strong passport offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to numerous countries
• Eligibility to apply for a U.S. E-2 Investor Visa (non-immigrant) through the treaty with the United States
• Through OECS membership, the right to live and work across select Caribbean member states
• Dual citizenship permitted
• No capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or tax on foreign income
• Real estate investment options with potential returns and an exit opportunity after 5 years
• A safe and appealing destination with excellent air connectivity to North America and Europe

Located in the Eastern Caribbean, Grenada is the southernmost island of the Windward Islands. Known for its lush tropical landscapes, waterfalls, and pristine beaches, it offers both natural beauty and a relaxed lifestyle.

The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program was introduced in 2013 and does not require applicants to reside in or visit the country. Additionally, Grenada’s E-2 Investor Visa Treaty with the United States enables its citizens to apply for a U.S. non-immigrant visa.

Application Process Overview

The process typically takes between six and nine months after submission to the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Committee (CBIC).

Applicants are required to attend a mandatory interview, which can be conducted either in person or virtually.

1. Initial due diligence
2. Signing of client agreement and payment of retainer fee
3. Preparation and submission of the citizenship application
4. Completion of due diligence checks
5. Mandatory interview (virtual or in person)
6. Application approval
7. Fulfilment of investment requirements
8. Grant of full citizenship

Qualifying Investment Options

Applicants can qualify through one of the following routes:

• Donation: USD 235,000 non-refundable contribution to Grenada’s National Transformation Fund (NTF) for a family of up to four
• Real Estate: Minimum USD 270,000 investment in a government-approved development project, with a required holding period of at least 5 years

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old, with a clean criminal record and no national security or reputational risks
• Not have been denied a visa to any country with which Grenada has visa-free travel arrangements