Mandatory virtual interview all 17+ with $1,000 fee per person. NEW April-June 2026: 30-day residency in first 5 years + biometric submission. USA E-2 visa requires 3-year Grenada domicile BEFORE applying (similar to Turkey rule).
ONLY Caribbean CBI with USA E-2 treaty (3-year domicile required). $235K NDF for families. Mandatory interview 17+. 30-day residency + biometrics April-June 2026. 148 visa-free countries. Spice Island paradise.
Grenada is the ONLY Caribbean citizenship by investment program with USA E-2 treaty visa access. Grenadian passport holders can apply for E-2 investor visa to live and work in USA while running substantial business ($100K+ investment). Renewable indefinitely 2-5 years. Spouse gets unrestricted USA work authorization. Children under 21 included. CRITICAL 2026 REQUIREMENT: New citizens must be DOMICILED (living) in Grenada for 3 YEARS POST-CITIZENSHIP before E-2 eligible (similar to Turkey rule change). Cannot get citizenship then immediately apply E-2. This extends total timeline but E-2 access remains unique among Caribbean programs.
Only Caribbean CBI with USA E-2 treaty (with domicile requirement)
Grenada launched its Citizenship by Investment Programme in 2013, establishing itself among Caribbean nations offering second citizenship. Grenada's unique differentiator is its E-2 treaty with United States—the ONLY Caribbean CBI program with this benefit. However, 2026 UPDATE: New citizens must be domiciled (living) in Grenada 3 YEARS post-citizenship before E-2 eligible (similar to Turkey's 2023 rule change).
2026 UPDATES: (1) Mandatory virtual interview for all applicants 17+ with $1,000 fee per person, (2) 30-day residency requirement in first 5 years + biometric data submission effective April-June 2026 (currently zero presence required), (3) Real estate government fee $50,000 for families up to 4 (NEW), (4) Real estate options: $270K joint investment OR $350K sole ownership (two distinct routes), (5) Due diligence $5,000-$7,500 per applicant 17+.
Investment minimums: $235,000 NTF donation (single OR family up to 4), $270,000 real estate (joint shares) OR $350,000 (sole ownership unit), 5-year hold. Processing 3-8 months. Grenadian passport provides visa-free access to 148 countries including UK, EU Schengen, China (30 days), Singapore. The Spice Island (nutmeg, cocoa, cinnamon) offers pristine beaches, rainforests. Dual citizenship allowed.
Three pathways (NTF most popular)
Single OR family up to 4 (harmonized 2024)
Shares in approved project + $50K government fee
Individual unit + $50K government fee
Effective April-June 2026 (exact date TBD), Grenada introducing mandatory requirements:
30-Day Residency Requirement:
Biometric Data Submission:
Current Status (February 2026): These requirements NOT YET in effect. Applications submitted before April-June 2026 implementation NOT subject to 30-day residency or biometrics (grandfathered). Exact implementation date pending official government announcement.
Critical change affecting USA E-2 visa timeline:
NEW 2026 USA RULE (aligned with Turkey 2023 policy):
Timeline Impact:
Implications: E-2 pathway still UNIQUE among Caribbean programs BUT requires 3-year commitment to living in Grenada first. For those willing to spend 3 years in Spice Island, E-2 access remains powerful. For those wanting immediate USA access, consider EB-5 ($800K-$1.05M direct green card) OR other USA pathways. Grenada citizenship still valuable for 148 visa-free countries even without immediate E-2.
NTF $235K covers family of 4 (main + 3 dependents). Additional dependents beyond 4:
Example Family Costs:
All fees with interview + biometrics
| Cost Component | Single Applicant | Family of 4 |
|---|---|---|
| NTF Donation | $235,000 | $235,000 (same) |
| Due Diligence Fees (17+) | $5,000-$7,500 | $20,000-$30,000 (4 x $5K-$7.5K) |
| Interview Fees (17+, NEW) | $1,000 | $4,000 (4 x $1K) |
| Authorized Agent Fees | $30,000-$50,000 | $35,000-$55,000 |
| Legal & Advisory | $5,000-$10,000 | $7,500-$12,500 |
| Document Prep & Certification | $2,000-$5,000 | $5,000-$10,000 |
| Passport Issuance | $400 | $1,600 (4 x $400) |
Single Applicant: $278,400-$308,900
Family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children 17+): $308,100-$348,100
Real Estate Joint Route (Family of 4): $403,100-$463,100
Real Estate Sole Ownership (Family of 4): $483,100-$543,100
Ongoing Costs (April-June 2026 onwards):
Optional USA E-2 Visa Costs (after 3-year domicile):
Why investors choose Grenada (despite E-2 domicile requirement)
ONLY Caribbean CBI with USA E-2 treaty. After 3-year Grenada domicile, apply for E-2 investor visa to live/work in USA ($100K+ business investment). Renewable indefinitely 2-5 years. Spouse unrestricted USA work authorization. Children <21 included. No green card needed. Faster/cheaper than EB-5 ($800K-$1.05M). Timeline: Citizenship (8 months) + 3-year Grenada residence + E-2 (4 months) = 3.5-4 years total to USA.
UK (6 months), all EU Schengen (26 countries, 90 days), Singapore (30 days), Hong Kong (90 days), Russia (90 days), China (30 days - rare), CARICOM freedom of movement. Ranks ~32nd globally. Slightly lower than some Caribbean CBIs but E-2 treaty access compensates. Good for Europe/UK/Asia travel.
"Spice Island" - world's second largest nutmeg producer. Pristine Grand Anse Beach (2-mile white sand). Rainforests, waterfalls, diving. St. George's capital (colonial architecture). Population ~120,000. Less touristy than Jamaica/Barbados. Authentic Caribbean. Year-round tropical climate. English-speaking. If fulfilling 3-year domicile for E-2, beautiful place to spend time.
3-8 months citizenship timeline. NTF donation route fastest (3-5 months). Real estate 4-6 months. Interview adds minimal time (virtual, $1K fee). Digital application. Among faster second citizenships globally. Comparable to other Caribbean programs. Accelerated processing available for premium fee.
Keep original passport - no renunciation. Grenada recognizes multiple nationalities. Strategic backup passport. Privacy protections (confidential records). Geopolitical diversification. Travel flexibility with two passports. Passport doesn't indicate CBI status. Valuable for family planning, business access.
No income tax for non-residents. No wealth tax, inheritance tax, capital gains tax. Territorial tax system. Tax residency requires 183+ days/year (separate from citizenship). Attractive for high-net-worth establishing residency. If fulfilling 3-year E-2 domicile, potential tax optimization. Consult advisor on home country obligations (CRS/FATCA apply).
Spouse included. Children to 30 years old (financial dependence only). Parents/grandparents 55+ (no upper age limit for some categories - flexible). Unmarried siblings 18+ (financially dependent). Additional dependents: $25K children/parents 55+, $50K parents <55, $75K siblings. Multi-generational planning. Interview required all 17+.
English primary language. Former British colony, Commonwealth member. British common law system. Easy communication for English speakers. International schools English-taught. Business conducted in English. No language barrier Americans/Brits/Canadians/Australians. Helpful for 3-year domicile period.
China 30 days visa-free entry. Rare benefit among Western passports. Valuable for business with China/Asia. Simplified China travel vs complex visa process. Same as other Caribbean CBIs. Growing importance as China economy expands. Business advantage Asia-focused entrepreneurs.
What is E-2 visa:
2026 CRITICAL REQUIREMENT - 3-Year Grenada Domicile:
E-2 Requirements (after domicile period):
E-2 vs EB-5: E-2 investment $100K+ (vs EB-5 $800K-$1.05M), E-2 timeline 4 months post-domicile (vs EB-5 2-5 years), E-2 renewable non-immigrant (vs EB-5 permanent green card), E-2 cheaper/faster/flexible BUT requires 3-year Grenada residence first. EB-5 advantage: direct green card/citizenship pathway.
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