South African citizens can apply for Grenada citizenship by investment, a Caribbean route offering a passport through a contribution to a national fund or an approved real estate investment. It is open on investment criteria rather than nationality.
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.
Grenada citizenship by investment is granted on qualifying investment and due diligence, not on nationality, so South African citizens can apply. The main applicant must be at least 18, pass medical and police clearance checks and prove the lawful source of funds.
Eligible family members can usually be included in the same application. Confirm the current dependant rules and document list with the official authority.
There are two main routes. The first is a non refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund, which finances public projects. The second is an investment into government approved real estate that must be held for a set period before it can be sold. Confirm the current minimums, the approved project list and holding rules with the Investment Migration Agency.
Grenada typically processes applications, including due diligence and approval, in roughly four to six months. Confirm the current service standard and document checklist with the official authority.
Beyond the qualifying investment there are government, due diligence and processing fees that vary with family size, plus professional costs. Confirm the current fee schedule with the official authority before budgeting.
| Route | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National Transformation Fund contribution | From USD 235,000 as reported | Non refundable, confirm current figure |
| Approved real estate | From USD 270,000 as reported | Held for a set period, confirm details |
| Government and due diligence fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Vary with family size |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Investment Migration Agency (IMA) Grenada publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. The programme is based on qualifying investment and due diligence, not nationality, so South African citizens who meet a route and pass checks can apply.
A non refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund, or an investment in government approved real estate held for a set period. Confirm the current minimums with the official authority.
Grenada usually processes applications in about four to six months including due diligence. Confirm the current standard with the authority.
The Investment Migration Agency, known as the IMA, oversees Grenada's programme. Always verify the current rules with the official authority and a licensed professional.
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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