Comparison guide
From Grenada Citizenship to a US E-2 Visa
How Grenada is the one Caribbean citizenship-by-investment programme that can open the door to a United States E-2 treaty investor visa - and the important limits of that route.
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How Grenada is the one Caribbean citizenship-by-investment programme that can open the door to a United States E-2 treaty investor visa - and the important limits of that route. It compares Grenada CBI - National Transformation Fund, E-2 Treaty Investor, with each route linked to its primary government source.
Verified against Investment Migration Agency, Grenada on 1 June 2026.
At a glance
Key facts for each route covered in this comparison. Click any visa for the full guide.
| Country | Route | Sponsor? | Duration | Leads to PR? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grenada | Grenada CBI - National Transformation Fund | No | Full citizenship once the contribution is made and the application is approved. | Yes |
| United States | E-2 Treaty Investor | No | Initial up to 2 years at port of entry (5-year visa stamp for many nationalities); renewable indefinitely. | No |
Detailed comparison
Grenada is the only Caribbean citizenship-by-investment country whose citizens can apply for the United States E-2 treaty investor visa, under a long-standing treaty between Grenada and the United States.
The E-2 is a non-immigrant visa: it requires you to invest a substantial amount in a real, active US business that you direct, and the funds must be genuinely at risk.
The E-2 can be renewed for as long as the business qualifies, but it does not by itself grant a US green card or US citizenship.
This is a two-step path - first obtain Grenadian citizenship through its Investment Migration Agency, then apply for the E-2 to the US Department of State - and each step has its own requirements and costs.
Full guides for each route
Each link takes you to the complete visa guide — eligibility, step-by-step pathway, fees, processing time, and FAQs.
Grenada CBI - National Transformation Fund· Grenada
For people who want citizenship of Grenada by making a one-time, non-refundable contribution to a national fund, rather than buying property. This is Grenada's main donation route.
No sponsorship needed · Full citizenship once the contribution is made and the application is approved.
E-2 Treaty Investor· United States of America
Non-immigrant treaty investor visa for nationals of countries with a qualifying treaty of commerce and navigation with the US.
No sponsorship needed · Initial up to 2 years at port of entry (5-year visa stamp for many nationalities); renewable indefinitely.
Source basis
This comparison is based on the official government portals and primary route sources for the visas named on this page. Open each full guide for eligibility, fees, processing time and action links.
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Primary sources
- Investment Migration Agency
Investment Migration Agency (Grenada) - verified
- USCIS — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - verified
- Becoming a Citizen - Investment Migration Agency (Grenada)
Investment Migration Agency, Grenada - verified
- USCIS — E-2 Treaty Investors
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - verified
Frequently asked questions
Does a Grenada passport give me US residency?+
No. Grenadian citizenship lets you apply for the US E-2 treaty investor visa, but the E-2 is a temporary, renewable non-immigrant visa tied to an active US business - it is not US permanent residence or citizenship. Confirm current rules with the US Department of State.
How much do I need to invest for the E-2?+
US rules require a "substantial" investment in a bona fide, active US enterprise, with the funds genuinely at risk; there is no single fixed figure, and the amount must be proportionate to the business. Check the official US Department of State guidance and take professional advice.
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