Secure a Second Citizenship Through Approved Investment
Caribbean Citizenship by Investment, commonly known as Caribbean CBI, allows eligible investors and their families to obtain citizenship through a government-approved contribution, real estate purchase or other qualifying investment.
The five established Caribbean CBI jurisdictions are:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Dominica
- Grenada
- St. Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
Each country operates its own programme, investment options, family rules, due-diligence standards and government fees.
Caribbean Citizenship by Investment, commonly known as Caribbean CBI, allows eligible investors and their families to obtain citizenship through a government-approved contribution, real estate purchase or other qualifying investment.
The five established Caribbean CBI jurisdictions are:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Dominica
- Grenada
- St. Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
Each country operates its own programme, investment options, family rules, due-diligence standards and government fees.
A successful entrepreneur NIW case should show that the proposed venture has the potential to create benefits extending beyond the founder, shareholders or immediate customers.
Your case may be stronger where the venture addresses matters such as:
Caribbean CBI Programs Compared
| Country | Minimum Contribution | Approved Real Estate |
|---|---|---|
| Dominica | USD 200,000 | From USD 200,000 |
| Antigua and Barbuda | USD 230,000 | From USD 300,000 |
| Grenada | USD 235,000 | From USD 270,000 plus applicable government contribution and fees |
| Saint Lucia | USD 240,000 | From USD 300,000 plus administration fees |
| St. Kitts and Nevis | USD 250,000 | Approved development from USD 325,000 |
Investment figures are starting minimums. Due-diligence, processing, interview, passport, legal, agent and family-member charges apply separately.
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Antigua and Barbuda currently offers:
- National Development Fund contribution from USD 230,000
- Approved real estate investment from USD 300,000
- University of the West Indies Fund option
- Approved business investment options
Successful applicants must generally spend at least five days in Antigua and Barbuda during the first five years after citizenship registration.
Dominica Citizenship by Investment
Dominica offers two principal routes:
- Economic Diversification Fund contribution from USD 200,000
- Government-approved real estate investment from USD 200,000
The EDF contribution is currently USD 250,000 for a principal applicant and up to three qualifying dependants. Approved real estate generally must be held for at least three years, or five years when resold to another CBI applicant.
Grenada Citizenship by Investment
Grenada offers:
- National Transformation Fund contribution from USD 235,000
- Approved-project investment from USD 270,000, with applicable government contribution and other charges
A key distinction is that Grenadian nationals are eligible to apply for the United States E-2 Treaty Investor Visa, subject to independently satisfying all U.S. E-2 requirements.
St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment
St. Kitts and Nevis offers:
- Sustainable Island State Contribution from USD 250,000 for a principal applicant or family of up to four
- Approved Public Benefit investment from USD 250,000
- Approved development real estate from USD 325,000
- Qualifying private real estate options
Approved real estate is generally subject to a seven-year holding requirement under the current programme rules.
Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment
Saint Lucia currently offers:
- National Economic Fund contribution of USD 240,000 for an applicant with up to three qualifying dependants
- Approved real estate investment from USD 300,000
- Approved enterprise options
- Government bond options under the applicable programme rules
Additional contributions, administration charges and due-diligence fees depend on the number and ages of family members.
Main Benefits of Caribbean Citizenship
Depending on the selected jurisdiction, successful applicants may benefit from:
- Citizenship for the approved applicant and eligible family
- The right to hold a Caribbean passport
- The ability to live, work or establish a business in the country of citizenship
- International travel access, subject to each destination’s current entry rules
- No requirement to surrender existing citizenship where dual nationality is legally permitted
- Potential estate, succession and international mobility planning benefits
- Citizenship that may be passed to future generations under the country’s nationality laws
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival access can change at any time and should never be treated as guaranteed.
Who Can Be Included?
Depending on the programme, an application may include:
- Spouse
- Minor children
- Dependent adult children
- Dependent parents or grandparents
- Certain siblings in limited programmes
Age limits, education requirements, dependency rules and additional contributions differ between countries.
General Eligibility Criteria
A principal applicant must normally:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Make the prescribed qualifying investment
- Demonstrate a lawful source of funds
- Pass enhanced background and security checks
- Provide police-clearance and identity documents
- Meet health and medical requirements
- Provide complete and accurate information
- Pay all applicable government and due-diligence fees
- Complete a mandatory interview where required
Applicants may be refused due to criminal history, sanctions exposure, false information, unexplained wealth, reputational concerns, previous visa refusals or national-security issues.
Caribbean Citizenship Application Process
1. Confidential Eligibility Assessment
Review nationality, family composition, source of funds, immigration history and preferred investment.
2. Select the Country and Investment Route
Compare total family cost, property holding period, travel goals and future business requirements.
3. Apply Through an Authorised Agent
CBI applications must be processed through authorised or licensed agents recognised by the selected government. Applicants generally cannot submit directly to the citizenship unit.
4. Complete Due Diligence and Interview
Government authorities conduct identity, financial, criminal, sanctions and international background checks.
5. Receive Approval in Principle
Where approved, the applicant completes the qualifying contribution or approved investment according to government instructions.
6. Receive Citizenship and Passport
After the investment is verified, the government issues the citizenship documentation, followed by the passport process.
Contribution vs Real Estate
Government Contribution
A contribution is normally:
- Non-refundable
- Simpler to administer
- Lower in total initial investment
- Suitable for applicants who do not want property management
Approved Real Estate
Real estate may offer:
- Ownership in a government-approved development
- Potential resale after the required holding period
- Possible rental or investment returns
Returns, resale value and project completion are not guaranteed. Independent legal and financial due diligence is essential before purchasing any CBI property.
Why Choose Superior Consulting
Superior Consulting has provided immigration and international mobility support since 2004.
- Confidential programme comparison
- Family eligibility review
- Total-cost estimation
- Source-of-funds planning
- Document preparation
- Due-diligence readiness review
- Coordination with authorised Caribbean agents
- Interview preparation
- Contribution or investment process coordination
- Citizenship and passport-stage guidance
Superior Consulting does not guarantee citizenship approval, travel access, investment returns or property resale.
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Caribbean Citizenship Visa
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Send:
- Passport nationality
- Current country of residence
- Marital status
- Number and ages of dependants
- Preferred investment budget
- Source of investment funds
- Previous visa refusals
- Preferred Caribbean programme
- Real estate or contribution preference
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Important Disclaimer
Caribbean citizenship laws, investment thresholds, eligible dependants, due-diligence rules, travel access and government fees may change.
