Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment program offers two main investment options through donation and real estate. The government’s donation route requires a minimum contribution of $235,000 to Grenada’s National Transformation Fund (NTF). Alternatively, a minimum real estate investment of US$270,000 in a government-approved project is required. In addition, related government application fees and due diligence fees apply.
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VISA-FREE ACCESS
The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program is the only one in the Caribbean to offer visa-free travel to China and Russia, in addition to Europe and over 140 countries in total.
It is also the only Caribbean citizenship by investment jurisdiction that is an E-2 Visa Treaty Country, meaning that citizens of Grenada may apply for an E-2 visa in the U.S.A.
The three Grenada citizenship program routes are:
The benefit of this route is the lower upfront cost.
This investment route can prove to be cost efficient through net rental income and resale value.
Best route in the medium term because you can resell the property and earn rental income in between.
In addition to making the necessary investment or donation there are several requirements that applicants must meet for Grenada.
Family members can be included in the application for Grenada citizenship. The main investor can include:
All applicants will need to be of good character and undergo the Grenada government’s due diligence formalities. Investors must provide:
Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment programme does not require applicants to meet any minimum stay requirements. Grenadian citizens will have the right to live, work or study in Grenada should they choose to, but this is not a pre-requisite of the programme. There is also no language test required.
The application process for Grenadian citizenship is efficient and uncomplicated, and the applicant is not required to visit Grenada to complete the process.
The Grenadian citizenship by investment application pack will be delivered to you by Henley & Partners. It will include all the relevant documentation, accompanied by detailed instructions. Once everything is returned to us, we will double-check the application for completeness and accuracy to minimize the possibility of rejection.
Applicants are not required to pick up their passports in person. Henley & Partners will coordinate the collection process and send the passport(s) to the client.
Under the real estate option, the time frame may vary depending upon the project. Therefore, it is important to select a real estate project that is able to provide the necessary paperwork from the developer. Henley & Partners will guide you in this regard.
Compile application and
determine investment route.
Submit application for review
and due diligence.
Approval in principle or rejection, usually within 90 days.
Balance of investment and
fees payable.
Passport issued, usually
within 30 days.
As the world’s biggest exporter of nutmeg and mace, wild and beautiful Grenada is known as the “Spice Island.” Unspoilt and exotic, Grenada’s dramatic scenery, tropical rain forests, mountains, waterfalls and golden beaches appeal to visitors from around the world, and the island is home to the world’s first Underwater Sculpture Park.
Grenada is a Commonwealth realm. As Queen of Grenada, Elizabeth II is head of state. The Crown is represented by a governor-general, currently Cécile La Grenade. Day-to-day executive power lies with the head of government, the prime minister.
Global Invest Consultants will advise you on which program will be best suited to your needs. Once you have decided on Grenada, you can apply through La Vida. Our in-house team of experts will manage the full application for you from A to Z. The whole application can be processed remotely; there’s no need to travel.
No. Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment programme has no minimum stay requirement. Once you become a citizen of Grenada, you have the right to reside in the country for as long or little as you choose.
There are currently two main investment routes in Grenada to choose from:
1. Citizenship by Donation – A non-refundable contribution to the Government’s National Transformation Fund (NTF) of $235,000 for families of up to four.
2. Citizenship by Real Estate Investment – $270,000 into a government-approved project, plus fees.
Additional government, professional and due diligence fees apply in all cases, for a personalised quotation, please contact us.
A number of documents are required to apply for citizenship through investment in Grenada. The list may vary depending on your personal circumstances. The Global Invest in-house processing team will work closely with you and advise on exactly what will be required. Some of the most common documents required are
Passports and ID cards
Birth certificates
Marriage certificates
Police Reports
Proof of Address
Proof of Funds / Bank Statements
Employment records
Education records
Applicants must choose a qualifying investment, submit the application with the necessary documents, and undergo a due diligence process.
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