Commonwealth of Dominica · citizenship by investment · Leads to settlement
Dominica CBI - Approved Real Estate
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Source check: all 1 official citation reconfirmed 11 July 2026
For people who would rather own an asset than donate: you buy into a government-approved property development in Dominica and, in return, you and your family can apply for citizenship.
- Processing time
- Indicative only - confirm current timelines on the official CBIU page.
- Government fees
- Indicative only - a qualifying property purchase plus government and due-diligence fees apply. The shared CARICOM US$200,000 floor applies. Confirm current minimum values and fees on the official CBIU page.
- Typical duration
- Full citizenship; the qualifying property must be held for a minimum period before it can be resold under the programme.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- Yes
In short
As of 10 July 2026, the Dominica CBI - Approved Real Estate for Commonwealth of Dominica is an unsponsored Dominica immigration route. Sources: official Commonwealth of Dominica government pages, reviewed 10 July 2026.
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What is the Dominica CBI - Approved Real Estate in Commonwealth of Dominica?
Dominica CBI - Approved Real Estate is an unsponsored Dominica route. Indicative government fees are Indicative only - a qualifying property purchase plus government and due-diligence fees apply. The shared CARICOM US$200,000 floor applies. Confirm current minimum values and fees on the official CBIU page; indicative processing time is Indicative only - confirm current timelines on the official CBIU page; typical duration is Full citizenship; the qualifying property must be held for a minimum period before it can be resold under the programme. This route can lead to permanent residence.
Verified against Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit on 1 June 2026.
Overview
The real-estate option of the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme lets you qualify by investing in property in a government-approved development, such as an eco-resort or hotel project. The property must be held for a minimum period before resale, with the holding period depending on whether the future buyer is also a CBI applicant, and government fees apply on top of the purchase price. Minimum values, holding periods and approved projects are set by the government and change - confirm the current details on the official CBIU page.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓You invest at or above the minimum value in a government-approved real-estate development.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- ✓You commit to holding the property for the minimum period before any resale.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- ✓You pass the programme's due-diligence and background checks.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- ✓You can evidence the lawful source of the investment funds.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
Common blockers
- !Investing in a project that is not on the government-approved list.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- !Planning to resell before the mandatory holding period ends.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- !An adverse due-diligence finding or unverifiable source of funds.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Purchase agreement for the approved property.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- ·Valid passports and birth certificates for all applicants.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- ·Police clearance certificates for the main applicant and adult dependants.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
- ·Proof of the lawful source of the investment funds.Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
On the official CBIU page, confirm the real-estate option, the current minimum value, and choose a government-approved project.
Build the evidence pack
Assemble the property agreement, passports, police clearances and proof of lawful funds.
Submit through the official channel
File through an authorised agent with the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
After approval
Complete the purchase as instructed, then collect your certificate of registration and apply for your passport.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- Official guidanceApplicantUse official Dominica CBI - Approved Real Estate route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Dominica CBI - Approved Real Estate.
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Frequently asked questions
How long must I keep the Dominica property?+
There is a mandatory minimum holding period, which has historically differed depending on whether your future buyer is also a citizenship-by-investment applicant. Your citizenship is not removed by a later compliant resale. Confirm the current holding period on the official CBIU page.
Is real estate more expensive than the fund route?+
It can be, once the property price and government fees are added, but the figures change and we do not state current amounts here. Good to know: compare both options using the current numbers on the official CBIU page before deciding.
Can I buy any property in Dominica to get citizenship, or only certain projects?+
Only an investment at or above the minimum value in a government-approved real-estate development qualifies, such as an approved eco-resort or hotel project; choosing a project that is not on the approved list is a common reason applications fail. Confirm the approved projects on the official CBIU page.
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Primary source: Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit
Last checked: 1 June 2026