Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program

Yes. Grenada is the only Caribbean nation with a bilateral E-2 Treaty Investor Visa agreement with the United States. As a Grenadian citizen, you are eligible to apply for an E-2 visa, which allows you to live in the US, manage a qualifying business, and bring your spouse and children. The E-2 visa is renewable indefinitely as long as the business remains operational. This makes Grenada uniquely valuable for investors seeking both a second passport and a legal pathway to the American market. The E-2 visa is a separate application from the CBI process and requires demonstrating a substantial investment in a US-based business.

The National Transformation Fund (NTF) route starts at USD $150,000 for a single applicant and USD $235,000 for a family of up to four. The real estate route requires a minimum investment of USD $270,000 in a government-approved development (or USD $220,000 per applicant for a joint purchase). Both routes include additional government processing and due diligence fees. The NTF is the more popular option for applicants who prefer simplicity, while the real estate route appeals to those seeking a tangible investment asset.

Yes. Grenada is one of very few countries whose passport holders enjoy visa-free access to China. Grenadian citizens can enter China without a visa for stays of up to 30 days, making the Grenada passport particularly attractive for investors and business professionals with interests in the Chinese market. This benefit, combined with access to the US through the E-2 treaty, positions Grenada as a uniquely strategic passport for global commerce.

The standard processing timeline is four to six months from the submission of a complete application to the Citizenship by Investment Committee. Processing times vary depending on the complexity of due diligence checks and the volume of applications under review. Applicants who provide comprehensive, well-organised documentation tend to experience shorter processing periods.

Yes. A single Grenada CBI application can include your spouse, dependent children under 30, parents and grandparents aged 55 or over, and unmarried siblings of the main applicant or spouse under 18. Each additional family member incurs supplementary government fees. The broad family eligibility allows multi-generational planning through a single application process.

Grenada does not impose personal income tax on worldwide income, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or wealth tax. The country’s tax system is territorial in nature, meaning only income generated within Grenada is subject to local taxation. For investors whose earnings and assets are based outside Grenada, this creates a highly tax-efficient structure. As always, your overall tax obligations depend on your country of tax residence, and professional international tax advice is recommended.

No. Grenada imposes no physical presence or residency requirement at any stage of the CBI process or after citizenship is granted. You are not required to visit or relocate to Grenada to obtain or maintain your citizenship and passport. This flexibility makes the program ideal for investors who plan to use their Grenadian passport primarily for travel, US E-2 access, and international financial planning.

The real estate route requires a minimum purchase of USD $270,000 from a government-approved development. Joint purchases are available at USD $220,000 per applicant from the same approved project. An additional government processing fee applies on top of the property price. The property must be held for at least five years before it can be resold. Approved developments typically include luxury resorts, hospitality projects, and residential communities that support Grenada’s tourism-driven economy.

Yes. The Grenada CBI program is established under the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Act of 2013 and administered by the Citizenship by Investment Committee, a government body. All applicants undergo comprehensive due diligence screening through internationally recognised agencies. Grenada is a member of CARICOM, the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), and the British Commonwealth. The program operates under robust anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing frameworks, ensuring credibility and international acceptance.