Cross-border investments are attractions for high net-worth individuals. Such investments usually increase one’s personal net-worth. These investments bring in expected returns if well-planned and invested in the right investment plan. There could be many visa consultants across the country; however, it is important to choose the right international investment immigration consultants who are well-versed in cross-border investments and citizenship by investment.
Five countries of the Caribbean provide such investment immigration programs under the Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) framework. These programs are quick and straightforward, the islands are excellent retirement havens, and are current hot spots for HNWIs to invest and grow.
Explore country-wise programs with us: Citizenship by Investment – Caribbean
Dominica
Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment program started in 1993. Qualifying investments:
- Donation to the Economic Diversification Fund (EDF) — (Dominica Citizenship by Donation Program)
- USD 100,000: Single applicant
- USD 175,000: Applicant + spouse
- USD 200,000: Applicant + spouse + two children
- + USD 25,000 for each additional dependent
- Government-approved real estate
- Minimum USD 200,000; maintain for 3 years; eligible for resale after 5 years
Learn more: Dominica Citizenship by Investment
Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia is a tropical Eastern Caribbean island known for safety and stunning landscapes. Typical processing time: ~3 months. Qualifying investments (choose one):
- National Economic Fund (NEF)
- USD 100,000: Single applicant
- USD 165,000: Applicant + spouse
- USD 190,000: Applicant + spouse + two children
- Approved real estate
- USD 300,000 minimum in high-end resort/hotel/boutique projects
- Enterprise projects (eligible sectors)
- Specialty restaurants, cruise ports & marinas, agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, ports/bridges/roads/highways, research facilities, offshore universities
Guide: St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment
Grenada
Grenada, the “Island of Spice,” often completes CBI in under 4 months. With Grenadian citizenship, applicants may become eligible for the USA E-2 Treaty Investor Visa.
Investment options:
- Approved real estate
- USD 350,000 (family of 4: investor, spouse, two children under 30)
- Hold for 4 years
- + USD 25,000 per additional dependent
- + USD 50,000 if parents accompany (post-approval contribution)
- National Transformation Fund (NTF) (donation)
- USD 150,000: Single applicant
- USD 200,000: Family of 4 (investor, spouse, two children under 30)
- + USD 25,000 per additional dependent
- + USD 50,000 if parents accompany (post-approval contribution)
Details: Grenada Citizenship by Investment
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Kitts & Nevis launched CBI in 1984 to attract foreign direct investment.
Investment routes:
- Approved real estate — USD 400,000
- Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF) (donation)
- USD 150,000: Single investor
- + USD 25,000: Spouse
- + USD 10,000: Each additional dependent
Program info: St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment
Antigua & Barbuda
To qualify for Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship:
- National Development Fund (NDF) — USD 200,000
- Real estate — per Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) guidelines
- Business investment — per CIU criteria
Overview: Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Investing in any of these Caribbean countries can help obtain dual citizenship and a second passport, enabling visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 100+ countries. These CBI programs typically do not require prior residency. Given their popularity for tourism and spices, investing here can also bring positive ROI—provided you work with the right registered agent.
Important: None of these countries accept direct applications. You must apply via a licensed/registered agent.
To Know more about the Application Process and your Eligibility
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FAQs
Which Caribbean CBI program is the fastest to process? Most Caribbean CBI routes complete within a few months; St. Lucia and Grenada often quote ~3–4 months, subject to due diligence and documentation.
Do I need to live in the Caribbean to keep my second passport? Generally, no residency is required for Caribbean CBI; always check program-specific conditions for oath or visit requirements.
Can parents be included as dependents? Yes, many CBI programs allow parents (and sometimes grandparents) as dependents, subject to fees and dependency rules.
Is real estate mandatory, or can I donate instead? Most Caribbean CBI programs offer two core options: a government fund donation or approved real estate investment; choose based on family size, hold period, and exit goals.
