Dominica runs one of the longest standing citizenship by investment programmes in the Caribbean. Filipino nationals can apply, and this page sets out the routes, the official authority and the figures to confirm before you act.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
The Dominica programme is open to applicants of most nationalities, and Philippine passport holders are eligible to apply. There is no rule that excludes Filipino citizens. Every applicant, whatever the nationality, must pass the same checks on identity, health, source of funds and a clean criminal record.
Applications go through licensed agents and the CBIU applies enhanced due diligence in line with international standards. A mandatory interview now applies to applicants aged sixteen and above. Confirm any nationality specific document requirements with the CBIU before you start.
Two qualifying routes exist. The first is a contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund, which is not refundable. The second is the purchase of government approved real estate, which must be held for a set period before resale. Real estate is the only route that can later return capital.
For the fund route the minimum contribution starts at USD 200,000 for a single applicant and USD 250,000 for a family of four. For the real estate route the minimum qualifying purchase is USD 200,000, held for at least three years. Confirm the current option list and any limits with the CBIU.
Processing time depends on the completeness of the file and the due diligence outcome. The CBIU reviews the application, conducts background checks and arranges the mandatory interview before any decision. Plan for several months rather than weeks.
Citizenship is only confirmed once the unit issues approval and the certificate of naturalisation is processed. Do not commit to travel plans before you hold the final documents.
Beyond the qualifying contribution or property, applicants pay government and processing charges. These include due diligence fees, the interview fee, the certificate of naturalisation fee and agent costs. Use the table as a checklist rather than a quote.
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| Cost line | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Economic Diversification Fund, single applicant | USD 200,000 | Not refundable |
| Economic Diversification Fund, family of four | USD 250,000 | Not refundable |
| Approved real estate | From USD 200,000 | Held for at least three years |
| Due diligence, main applicant | USD 7,500 | USD 4,000 per dependant aged sixteen and above |
| Interview fee | USD 1,000 per person | Applicants aged sixteen and above |
| Certificate of naturalisation | USD 500 per person | Government charge |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU), Ministry of Finance, Commonwealth of Dominica publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. Philippine passport holders are eligible. Every applicant passes the same identity, health, source of funds and background checks. Confirm current requirements with the CBIU.
The Economic Diversification Fund starts at USD 200,000 for a single applicant. The real estate route also starts at USD 200,000 but adds property costs and a holding period. Confirm with the CBIU.
No. The Economic Diversification Fund contribution is not refundable. Only the approved real estate route can return capital, after the minimum holding period and subject to market conditions.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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