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Grenada CBI - National Transformation Fund
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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.
- Processing time
- Indicative only - confirm current timelines on the official IMA page.
- Government fees
- Indicative only - a non-refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund applies, set by family size, plus due-diligence and government fees. The shared CARICOM US$200,000 floor applies. Confirm current amounts on the official IMA page.
- Typical duration
- Full citizenship once the contribution is made and the application is approved.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- Yes
Overview
The National Transformation Fund (NTF) is the contribution option of the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Programme, administered by the Investment Migration Agency (IMA). You make a single non-refundable payment to a government fund that finances projects across tourism, agriculture, alternative energy and other sectors, and in return you and qualifying family members can be granted citizenship after due-diligence checks. Amounts and family bands are set by the government and change. Good to know: Grenada has a particular feature for US-bound investors - see the E-2 FAQ. Confirm current figures on the official IMA page before you apply.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓You make a qualifying non-refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund at the level set for your family size.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- ✓You are the main applicant aged 18 or over, with eligible dependants added under the rules in force.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- ✓You pass the programme's due-diligence and background checks.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- ✓You can show the lawful source of your contribution funds.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
Common blockers
- !A criminal record or adverse due-diligence finding.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- !Inability to evidence a lawful source of funds.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- !Assuming the contribution is refundable - it is not.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Valid passports and birth certificates for all applicants.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- ·Police clearance certificates for the main applicant and adult dependants.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- ·Proof of the lawful source of the contribution funds.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
- ·Completed application forms filed through an authorised local agent.Investment Migration Agency, Grenada ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
On the official IMA page, confirm the National Transformation Fund option and the current amount for your family size.
Build the evidence pack
Assemble passports, birth certificates, police clearances and proof of lawful funds for everyone on the application.
Submit through the official channel
Apply through an authorised local agent, who files with the Investment Migration Agency.
After approval
Make the contribution as instructed, then receive 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 Grenada CBI - National Transformation Fund route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Grenada CBI - National Transformation Fund.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it true Grenadian citizens can apply for the US E-2 visa?+
Yes - Grenada is the only Eastern Caribbean citizenship-by-investment state that holds a treaty with the United States allowing its citizens to apply for the US E-2 treaty investor visa. But be clear about what E-2 is: it is a NON-IMMIGRANT US visa that requires an active US business and a substantial, at-risk investment, and it does NOT itself grant US permanent residence (a green card) or US citizenship. Eligibility, conditions and the treaty list are decided by the US authorities and can change - confirm with the US Department of State and a qualified US adviser, and confirm the citizenship side on the official IMA page.
Do I have to live in Grenada to keep this citizenship?+
Grenada has not historically required physical presence for citizenship granted through the National Transformation Fund, and dual citizenship is allowed. Rules can change, so confirm the current position on the official IMA page before you rely on it.
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