Dominica grants citizenship to applicants who make a qualifying contribution or approved investment, run by the Citizenship by Investment Unit. South African nationals are eligible. This page sets out the current position so you can plan.
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.
South African nationals are eligible. The programme is open to applicants worldwide and there is no reported nationality bar. Eligibility depends on the lawful source of your funds, the qualifying contribution or investment and passing due diligence.
Applicants must generally be adults of good character, hold a clean record, show the lawful origin of their funds and pass a multi stage due diligence review. Confirm the live eligibility rules with the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
The main route is a non refundable contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund, which is the government fund supporting national development. The contribution rises with the number of dependants included.
An approved real estate route also exists, based on purchase of property from a government approved development. Confirm the live list of options and approved projects with the Citizenship by Investment Unit before committing any money.
Processing follows the due diligence review and depends on the completeness of your file. Plan for a period of several months and confirm current scheduling with the Citizenship by Investment Unit. Applicants must use an authorised agent listed by the Unit.
The figures below are indicative entry points for the Economic Diversification Fund route. Due diligence and processing fees are additional and charged per applicant and dependant. Confirm the current amounts and fees with the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Economic Diversification Fund contribution, single applicant | From US$200,000 | Non refundable contribution. Confirm the current figure with the CBIU |
| Economic Diversification Fund contribution, family of up to four | From US$250,000 | Main applicant with up to three dependants. Confirm the current figure |
| Due diligence and processing fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Charged per applicant and dependant and additional to the contribution |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU), Government of Dominica publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. The programme is open to applicants worldwide and eligibility depends on a lawful source of funds, the qualifying contribution or investment and due diligence, not on nationality. Confirm the current rules with the CBIU.
The two main options are a non refundable contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund and a purchase in a government approved real estate project. Confirm the current list and figures with the CBIU.
Yes. Dominica requires applicants to use an authorised agent listed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit. Confirm the current process with the Unit.
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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