Citizens of Grenada can travel visa-free to 144 destinations, including the Schengen countries, China, Russia, and the UK. Uniquely among the Caribbean CBI-countries, Grenada is a signatory to the United States E2 Treaty, making Grenadians eligible for E2 visas in the US.
Program at a glance
| Program type | Direct citizenship program |
| Time to citizenship | 3-6 months |
| Time to citizenship | 3-6 months |
| Time to permanent residency | 3-6 months |
| Minimum investment | US$235,000 |
| Physical presence requirement | None |
| Application processing time | 3-6 months |
| Grants visa-free travel to | 144 destinations, including Schengen countries |
| Contribution types available | Donation, Property Investment |
General program requirements
Investors can make a donation to the National Transformation Fund (NTF) or invest in an Approved Real Estate Project:
National Transformation Fund (NTF) contribution option
Family of up to 4: US$235,000
Additional dependents: US$25,000 for children as well as parents or grandparents over age 55
Dependent parents or grandparents under age 55: US$50,000
Dependent siblings: US$75,000
Section 11 Approved Real Estate Investment Projects option
Family of up to 4 – US$270,000
Government contributions:
Family of up to 4: US$50,000
Additional dependents: US$25,000 for children as well as parents or grandparents over age 55
Dependent parents or grandparents under age 55: US$50,000
Dependent siblings: US$75,000
Program benefits
- Increased visa-free travel;
- Settlement rights in multiple countries (beyond the program country itself);
- Freedom of movement (but not settlement) within Schengen;
- Minimal physical presence requirements;
- Permits dual/multiple citizenship;
- Ability to include three or more generations of family members in the application;
- Lower taxes;
- Lower cost of living;
- Safety and security;
- Warm climate;
- Short processing time;
- English as official language
Requirements to qualify for citizenship
Investors can make an initial payment to begin the application process and an approve agent will prepare the documentation requested for the application.
The government will begin their due diligence on you and additional adult dependents included in the application.
You will receive a preliminary approval after the due diligence has been completed. The final qualifying investment amount will need to be paid to complete the process. After the transfer has been completed, you will be approved as a citizen and your new passports.
There is no requirement to visit Grenada and you are able to renew your passport at any consulate or embassy.
Applications for this program may be directed to:
The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Committee
Legislation upon which this program is based:
Grenada Citizenship by Investment Act 15 , 2013
