COMMONWEALTH OF DOMINICA
Dominica Citizenship by Investment
Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) contribution option
Apply for citizenship through a contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund, subject to government approval.
EDF contribution USD 200,000 minimum
Minimum contribution for one principal applicant; not the total cost.
DominicaCITIZENSHIP & MOBILITY
Citizenship and mobility
No residence requirement before or after citizenship.
Interviews and applicable application requirements still apply.Citizenship
Citizenship follows approval and the required formalities. A passport may then be applied for separately.
Family applications
Eligible spouses, children and other dependants may be included, subject to individual eligibility checks.
International travel
Visa-free access or other entry facilities depend on the applicable rules. Check requirements before travel; they do not confer long-term residence or work rights.
Official references: CBIU · FAQ · Regulations 2024
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility
Applications are subject to eligibility checks, due diligence and interviews.
Main applicant
At least 18, meeting the applicable identity, background, health and source-of-funds requirements.
Spouse and children
A qualifying spouse and minor children may be included. Adult children must meet the applicable conditions.
Parents and grandparents
Above 65 and substantially supported by the applicant or spouse.
Background review
Nationality, residence and application history are assessed under current restrictions and due diligence requirements.
Full eligibility conditions
Main applicant
At least 18 years old, meeting the applicable identity, background, health and source-of-funds requirements. Material facts and relevant history must be disclosed fully.
Official references: CBIU · Application process · CBIU · Regulations 2024
Spouse and minor children
A qualifying spouse and children of the applicant or spouse who are under 18. Custody, adoption and parental-consent documentation is assessed individually.
Official references: CBIU · Qualifying dependants · CBIU · Required documents
Adult children
Children aged 18–30 in recognised higher education and fully supported; separate categories cover unmarried daughters under 25 living with and fully supported by the applicant or spouse, and qualifying adult children with physical or mental disabilities. Evidence is required.
Official references: CBIU · Qualifying dependants · CBIU · Required documents
Parents and grandparents
Parents or grandparents of the applicant or spouse must be above 65 and substantially supported by the applicant or spouse.
Official references: CBIU · Qualifying dependants
Nationality, residence and refusal history
Applications are subject to review under current CBIU restrictions and enhanced due diligence procedures.
The following matters must be assessed against the statutory grounds for refusal:
- A previous citizenship application was refused
- A visa application to a specified country was refused
- A relevant criminal investigation was not disclosed
Before committing to any fees, disclose these matters fully and assess whether each circumstance applies to you.
Official references: CBIU · Nationality restrictions | CBIU · Regulations 2024 | CBIU · Due diligence & interviews
CONTRIBUTION & FEES
Fee schedule
One principal applicant · USD
| Fee item | Amount · USD | Payee | Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immigration service fee | 10,000 | Conatus Mobility | After signing |
| Processing fee | 1,000 | Relevant authority | Before filing |
| Due diligence fee | 7,500 | Relevant authority | Before filing |
| Interview fee | 1,000 | Relevant authority | Before filing |
| EDF contribution | 200,000 | Government of Dominica | After approval in principle |
| Naturalisation certificate | 500 | Relevant authority | After approval in principle |
| Passport application | 500 | Relevant authority | After the certificate is issued |
| Listed total | 220,500 | Excludes additional costs | |
| Additional costs | Third-party and additional review costs are extra. Family members are quoted separately. | ||
| Fee item | USD | Payee / timing |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | 10,000 | Conatus MobilityAfter signing |
| Processing fee | 1,000 | Relevant authorityBefore filing |
| Due diligence fee | 7,500 | Relevant authorityBefore filing |
| Interview fee | 1,000 | Relevant authorityBefore filing |
| EDF contribution | 200,000 | Government of DominicaAfter approval in principle |
| Citizenship certificate | 500 | Relevant authorityAfter approval in principle |
| Passport application | 500 | Relevant authorityAfter the certificate is issued |
| Listed total | 220,500 | Excludes additional costs |
| Additional costs | Third-party and additional review costs are extra. Family members are quoted separately. | |
Fee notes and official sources
This schedule covers one principal applicant. Confirm the service scope, payees, payment dates and refund terms in writing before engagement. Official fee changes require recalculation.
The non-refundable EDF contribution is paid after approval in principle, in accordance with applicable law and the authority’s formal notice. Refunds of other government fees follow applicable rules; service fees follow the written agreement.
Third-party costs are charged as incurred. Enhanced due diligence or additional interview fees follow the authority’s notice. Family members are quoted separately.
Applications are submitted through an authorised agent and decided independently by the authority. Payment does not guarantee approval.
Official fees checked: 15 October 2026
APPLICATION PROCESS
The application process
- 01
Initial assessment
Review eligibility, family members and budget; agree the service scope.
- 02
Preparation and filing
An authorised agent submits the application. Complete due diligence, interviews and any additional requests.
- 03
Approval and payment
After approval in principle, pay the contribution and applicable fees as formally instructed.
- 04
Naturalisation
Complete the oath and citizenship certificate formalities. A passport may then be applied for separately.
Understanding the timeline
Document preparation, government review and post-citizenship document applications are separate stages. Timing depends on completeness, due diligence, further requests and official processing; no fixed completion date is guaranteed.
What documents should I prepare?
Typical categories include identity, birth and marriage records, police certificates, medical information, banking and source-of-funds evidence, and dependency documents. Conatus Mobility coordinates checks of translations, certifications, validity periods and age-specific requirements against the CBIU checklist. Do not send complete identity or financial documents in an initial chat.
Official references: CBIU · Required documents
COMMON QUESTIONS
Common questions
How do citizenship and a passport differ?
This programme concerns Dominican citizenship. After obtaining a naturalisation certificate, a passport may be applied for separately under the applicable rules. A passport is a travel document identifying its holder and nationality.
Official references: CBIU · Application process
Must I travel to or live in Dominica?
Under current CBIU requirements, applicants do not need to reside in Dominica before or after acquiring citizenship and are generally not required to travel there for the application. Applicants aged 16 or over must attend an interview, usually online. Any specific requirement for an in-person interview or other procedure must still be met.
Official references: CBIU · FAQ · CBIU · Due diligence & interviews · CBIU · Regulations 2024
Can I keep my existing nationality?
Dominica permits multiple citizenships. Whether an existing citizenship can be retained depends on the laws of the country of that citizenship and must be verified separately.
Official references: CBIU · Citizenship benefits
How should tax obligations be assessed?
Tax requires a separate assessment. Dominica’s Inland Revenue Division applies filing and tax rules based on tax residence, income and other relevant conditions. Citizenship should not be treated as automatic tax exemption. Confirm obligations in other relevant countries with their tax authorities or an independent tax adviser.
Official references: Dominica · Income Tax Act, s.8
What are the interview requirements?
Applicants aged 16 or over must attend a mandatory interview, currently usually online through a secure platform. It may be conducted in the applicant’s native or chosen language. Applicants must attend personally; no one may attend on their behalf. The fee is USD 1,000 per interview; applicants who cannot join their family and need another interview must pay additional interview fees.
Official references: CBIU · Due diligence & interviews
What happens to fees if an application is refused?
If an application is refused before approval in principle, the EDF contribution payment stage has not been reached. Under the applicable regulations, relevant government fees already paid are not refundable upon refusal.
Professional service fees are handled under the applicable written service agreements. Contractual terms cannot alter the statutory rules governing government fees.
Official references: CBIU · Regulations 2024 | CBIU · Application process
What should I know after obtaining citizenship?
Keep citizenship records securely, apply for and renew passports as required, and observe applicable obligations. Citizenship may be revoked on statutory grounds, including relevant misrepresentation. Name changes are restricted for five years after the naturalisation certificate, except through marriage.
Official references: CBIU · Regulations 2024
What should be confirmed before signing?
Before signing, confirm the following in writing: the contracting entity, accompanying family members, itemised fees and payment accounts, interview and other application arrangements, and the treatment of fees if the application is refused or the engagement ends early.
Official references: CBIU · Application process
Discuss your application
Discuss eligibility, family circumstances and your budget.
Arrange a consultation
Official sources & information scope
Based on current CBIU EDF fees, application guidance and legislative materials. This is an overview of ordinary new applications; individual cases, enhanced due diligence and later additions require separate assessment.
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