Grenada · Citizenship by Investment
A route to a second citizenship through the National Transformation Fund or approved real estate — reviewed with you honestly, without promising a guaranteed outcome, a fixed timeline or automatic U.S. E-2 visa access.
Current minimum contribution
Family inclusion
Programme established
A private, no-obligation review of your profile against the current programme requirements.
Programme rules, fees and eligibility are set by the Investment Migration Agency (IMA) Grenada and are subject to change.
Citizenship by Investment (CBI) allows a qualifying applicant to acquire citizenship of Grenada through an approved economic contribution. Unlike a residency programme — which grants the right to live in a country — CBI leads to full citizenship and a passport.
The Grenada programme was established in 2013 under the Citizenship by Investment Act No. 15 of 2013 and is administered by the Investment Migration Agency (IMA) Grenada, the government body responsible for reviewing and deciding applications.
Applications cannot be filed directly by an individual. They are submitted only through an authorised agent — the role Caribbean Paradise performs on your behalf, preparing and presenting your case to the IMA.
A second passport can broaden travel access and simplify international movement.
Eligible family members can be included within a single application.
Once granted, citizenship is held for life, subject to programme rules.
Dual citizenship may be possible, depending on the laws of your current country.
The CBI application itself carries no minimum-stay requirement, subject to current IMA notices.
Grenada is a U.S. E-2 treaty country — a separate visa application is required and is never guaranteed.
Any tax-related outcome depends on your personal circumstances. We do not provide tax advice — please consult an independent tax adviser for your situation. E-2 visa eligibility is decided by the U.S. authorities under separate rules.
There are two approved routes. Figures depend on your family profile and the current government schedule, and are confirmed for you at assessment.
A non-refundable contribution to the government's National Transformation Fund — the most direct route to citizenship.
Contribution
A one-time, non-refundable contribution to the NTF. No holding period and no asset to manage or resell.
Structure
Government contribution
Refundable
No
Applicants
Individual
Holding period
Not applicable
Current minimum
from USD 235,000
At a glance
The contribution route tends to suit applicants who prefer a straightforward, no-asset path to citizenship.
Best for
Simplicity
Government fees
Apply
Due diligence
Per applicant
Route status
Active
Family pricing
Confirmed at assessment
Investment in government-approved real estate, available as a shared investment or as sole ownership, each held for a minimum period before resale.
Real estate · shared
A share in a government-approved development project, held for a minimum period before resale.
Structure
Approved development
Refundable
On resale, conditional
Applicants
Individual
Holding period
Minimum period applies
Current minimum
from USD 270,000
Real estate · sole
Sole ownership of approved property, subject to ownership, holding-period and resale conditions.
Structure
Approved property
Refundable
On resale, conditional
Applicants
Individual
Holding period
Minimum period applies
Current minimum
from USD 350,000
Property routes may involve additional costs such as legal, registration and property-related fees. These are case-specific and confirmed at assessment. Both the shared-investment and sole-ownership sub-routes are subject to the minimum thresholds in force at the time you apply.
We keep government costs and our advisory fee separate and transparent. The figures below are current published minimums; exact totals are case-specific and confirmed at assessment.
Government and Due Diligence Fees
| Route | Current minimum | Refundability / holding | Family treatment | Due diligence | Application & processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTF | from USD 235,000 | Non-refundable | Priced by family size | Per applicant | Government fees apply |
| Real Estate — Shared | from USD 270,000 | Resale after holding period | Additional government fees | Per applicant | Legal & registration |
| Real Estate — Sole | from USD 350,000 | Resale after holding period | Additional government fees | Per applicant | Legal & registration |
Total Cost for Individuals and Families
| Applicant profile | Spouse | Children under 18 | Parents / grandparents | Siblings | Indicative total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | — | — | — | — | Estimated at assessment |
| Couple | Included | — | Priced per dependant | Priced per dependant | Estimated at assessment |
| Family of 4 | Included | Priced per child | Priced per dependant | Priced per dependant | Estimated at assessment |
Caribbean Paradise advisory fees are quoted separately from government costs — a full quote is provided after assessment. Fees for additional dependants, parents/grandparents and unmarried childless siblings are shown as separate rows because each is priced individually. All amounts are subject to official change.
Main Applicant Eligibility
Eligible Family Members
Each dependant category has its own age, dependency and cost conditions, which we confirm against the current rules for your specific family before submission. Source of Funds and background checks apply to the main applicant and, where relevant, to dependants — explained to you in plain language.
Restricted Nationalities and Due Diligence
Restricted nationalities change over time
Rather than relying on a fixed list, we check the current IMA position for your nationality as part of your assessment. A mandatory interview, identity verification and due diligence apply to qualifying applicants — including those aged 17 and over, per the official schedule. Your information is kept confidential and used only for your case.
Application Process
Eligibility assessment & agent selection
We review your profile against the current requirements and confirm the authorised-agent engagement.
Documents & source-of-funds preparation
We prepare your file and the supporting evidence for your investment and source of funds.
Submission, due diligence & interview
Your application is submitted to the IMA, which conducts due diligence and the required interview.
Approval-in-principle & investment completion
On approval-in-principle, the qualifying investment is completed as instructed.
Certificate of naturalisation & passport application
The certificate of naturalisation is issued, followed by the passport application.
an indicative range, not a promise. Processing time depends on your case and the IMA's current workload; we share a realistic range for your profile at assessment, never a countdown or guaranteed date.
Your personalised checklist depends on your nationality and family profile, and is available once these are selected.
Grenada is one of the few Caribbean citizenship programmes whose nationals may qualify for the U.S. E-2 Treaty Investor Visa. This is a separate route with its own rules — Grenadian citizenship alone does not grant it.
2013
Programme established under the Citizenship by Investment Act No. 15 of 2013.
2024
Significant regulatory amendments to fees, thresholds and due-diligence requirements.
Ongoing
Subsequent official notices; we verify the current position for your case at assessment.
Grenada is a U.S. E-2 treaty country. However, citizenship on its own does not guarantee the visa: the E-2 is a separate immigration application, assessed and decided by the U.S. authorities under their own criteria.
We present this as a possible route, never as an automatic entitlement, and we recommend independent U.S. immigration counsel.
A three-year domicile condition may apply to citizenship obtained through investment before an E-2 application can be considered. This is distinct from — and should not be confused with — the CBI programme's own residence position.
Because these rules are update-sensitive, we confirm the current position for your profile rather than relying on older statements.
Legal disclaimer. E-2 visa eligibility, the three-year domicile condition and all U.S. immigration outcomes are governed by U.S. law and decided by U.S. authorities. Nothing here is legal or immigration advice; please consult an independent U.S. immigration adviser.
Access varies by destination and can change. We provide a current, verified list for your file and always advise checking entry rules before travel.
Schengen Area
Visa-free
United Kingdom
Visa-free
CARICOM states
Visa-free
Visa-free
Visa on arrival / eVisa
China
Visa-free
Singapore
Visa-free
Hong Kong SAR
Visa-free
Selected destinations
Visa on arrival / eVisa
Entry rules can change at any time and travellers must verify current requirements before travel. A full, verified destination list is provided as part of your case.
Grenada permits dual citizenship. Whether you may hold it also depends on the law of your current country of citizenship — some countries restrict or do not recognise dual nationality. Please confirm your own country's position before proceeding.
The CBI application itself carries no minimum-stay requirement, subject to the latest IMA notice. This is shown separately from the U.S. E-2 route's possible three-year domicile condition, so the two are not confused: "no minimum stay for the CBI application" does not remove any E-2 domicile requirement.
A neutral, high-level comparison. Exact figures for every programme are case-specific and confirmed at assessment.
| Dimension |
Grenada
|
Dominica
|
Saint Lucia
|
Antigua & Barbuda
|
St. Kitts & Nevis
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current entry amount | from USD 235,000 | At assessment | At assessment | At assessment | At assessment |
| Active routes | NTF & real estate | Fund & real estate | Multiple routes | Fund & real estate | Contribution & real estate |
| Refundable option | On resale (real estate) | On resale | On resale | On resale | On resale |
| Family inclusion | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Processing guidance | Indicative range | Indicative range | Indicative range | Indicative range | Indicative range |
| Residence rule | Update-sensitive | Update-sensitive | Update-sensitive | Update-sensitive | Update-sensitive |
| Distinguishing factor | U.S. E-2 treaty consideration | Established programme | Flexible routes | Family-oriented rules | Long-established (1984) |
Capital
St. George's
Language
English
Currency
East Caribbean Dollar
Location
Southern Caribbean
Programme history
Citizenship by Investment since 2013
A concise country snapshot for context. For detailed travel and lifestyle information, please refer to official national resources.
Our role goes beyond processing applications — we guide clients through one of the most important strategic decisions of their international life.
Our role, clearly. Caribbean Paradise acts as your authorised-agent adviser: we prepare and present your application. The Investment Migration Agency (IMA) Grenada, working with the authorised local agent, is the government body that reviews and decides it. We never represent a decision as guaranteed.
"A second citizenship is a long-term decision. My role is to give you an honest, current picture so you can decide with confidence."
A longer, plain-language guide to how the programme works, who it suits and what to weigh before you apply.
The NTF route currently starts from USD 235,000 and approved real estate from USD 270,000 (shared) or USD 350,000 (sole ownership), before government, due-diligence and family fees. We confirm exact government costs and quote our advisory fee separately at assessment.
The main applicant must be at least 18, in good health, able to make a qualifying investment, and able to satisfy due-diligence, source-of-funds and good-character checks. Restricted-nationality status is verified for your case.
Processing time varies by case and by the IMA’s current workload. We provide a realistic indicative range for your profile at assessment, presented as guidance rather than a fixed or guaranteed date.
Eligible family members — a spouse, dependent children, dependent parents and grandparents, and unmarried childless siblings — can be included, each subject to their own age and dependency conditions, which we confirm for your specific family.
Grenada permits dual citizenship. Whether you may hold it also depends on the laws of your current country of citizenship, so we recommend confirming your own country’s position.
The CBI application itself carries no minimum-stay requirement, subject to the current IMA notice. This is separate from any possible three-year domicile condition relevant only to the U.S. E-2 route.
A mandatory interview, identity verification and due diligence apply to qualifying applicants, including those aged 17 and over per the official schedule. We prepare you for what to expect as part of your case.
The decision rests with the IMA. Our due-diligence review before submission is designed to identify issues early, and we discuss your specific risk profile openly before you commit — without guaranteeing any outcome.
Grenada is a U.S. E-2 treaty country, but citizenship alone does not grant the visa. The E-2 is a separate application decided by the U.S. authorities, and we recommend independent U.S. immigration counsel.
A three-year domicile condition may apply to citizenship obtained through investment before an E-2 application can be considered. It is distinct from the CBI programme’s own residence position, and we confirm the current rules for your profile.
No. The National Transformation Fund contribution is a one-time, non-refundable payment to the government, with no holding period and no asset to manage.
Approved real estate — whether shared investment or sole ownership — carries a minimum holding period, after which resale is permitted subject to the conditions in force at the time. We explain the applicable rules for your chosen route.
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