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Grenada Permanent Residence
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For people who want to settle long-term in Grenada through the ordinary residence rules - for example after several years of living there, or through marriage to a citizen - rather than through investment.
- Processing time
- Indicative only - confirm current timelines on the official government channels.
- Government fees
- Indicative only - permanent-residence fees are set by the government. Confirm current amounts on the official government channels.
- Typical duration
- Right to reside in Grenada once granted; a separate work permit is generally still needed to work.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- Yes
Overview
Permanent residence is the ordinary settlement route in Grenada, separate from the citizenship-by-investment programme. It has generally been available to people who have lived in Grenada for a qualifying period (historically around three years) or who marry a Grenadian citizen. Permanent residents can reside in the country, but they generally still need a work permit to take up employment. The qualifying period, evidence and fees are set by the government and change. Confirm the current rules on the official government channels before relying on them.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓You have resided in Grenada for the qualifying period, or qualify through marriage to a Grenadian citizen.Government of Grenada ↗
- ✓You can document your lawful immigration status throughout the qualifying period.Government of Grenada ↗
- ✓You hold a valid passport and pass character and background checks.Government of Grenada ↗
Common blockers
- !Gaps or breaks in lawful residence during the qualifying period.Government of Grenada ↗
- !A criminal record or adverse character finding.Government of Grenada ↗
- !Assuming permanent residence removes the need for a work permit - it generally does not.Government of Grenada ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Proof of lawful residence for the qualifying period.Government of Grenada ↗
- ·Valid passport and birth certificate.Government of Grenada ↗
- ·Marriage certificate where applying on the basis of marriage.Government of Grenada ↗
- ·Police clearance certificate(s).Government of Grenada ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Confirm the current qualifying period and grounds for permanent residence on the official government channels.
Build the evidence pack
Assemble proof of residence, your passport, and any marriage evidence.
Submit through the official channel
Apply to the responsible government department as directed.
After approval
Hold your residence status; arrange a work permit separately if you intend to work.
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 Permanent Residence route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Grenada Permanent Residence.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I work in Grenada once I have permanent residence?+
Permanent residents in Grenada are generally still required to hold a work permit to take up employment. Permanent residence gives you the right to reside, but not automatically to work. Confirm the current position on the official government channels.
How is this different from citizenship by investment?+
Permanent residence is the ordinary settlement route based on time lived in Grenada or marriage, and it does not require an investment. Citizenship by investment is a separate IMA programme that grants full citizenship for a qualifying contribution or investment. Good to know: confirm both on their official pages.
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