Updates:Second Citizenship & Residency by Investment | Global Citizen Investment Partners
Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme offers a reputable, efficient path to second citizenship for qualified investors and their families. There is no residency or language requirement, dual citizenship is permitted, and a spouse and dependent children (and, in some cases, dependent parents) can be included.
Investment routes:
- National Transformation Fund (NTF) contribution — a non‑refundable donation that supports national development. Minimums are set by regulation and vary by family size; confirm the current schedule and fees before applying.
- Approved real estate — purchase in a government‑designated development (typically hospitality or mixed‑use). A set minimum applies, with a multi‑year holding period (commonly five years), plus government and due‑diligence fees.
Key advantages:
- Streamlined processing, typically 3–6 months after file submission, subject to clean background checks and timely responses.
- Robust due diligence and a stable regional currency (XCD) pegged to the USD.
- Wide visa‑free/visa‑on‑arrival access, including the Schengen Area; always verify the latest travel list and entry rules.
- Eligibility for the U.S. E‑2 Treaty Investor visa route, subject to U.S. law and consular practice; applicants who obtained citizenship by investment are currently expected to demonstrate three years of domicile in Grenada before applying.
Eligibility and compliance:
- Applicants 18+ of good character, with clean police certificates.
- Verified lawful source of funds and adequate financial standing.
- Full KYC, medical declaration, and enhanced due‑diligence checks; interviews for adult applicants may be required. Certain nationalities or sanctioned persons may face restrictions.
Process overview:
1) Pre‑screening and KYC with a licensed agent.
2) Select NTF or approved real estate; pay due‑diligence/processing fees.
3) Due‑diligence review and approval‑in‑principle.
4) Remit contribution or complete the property purchase and pay government fees.
5) Oath of allegiance; issuance of naturalization certificate and passport.
Applications must be submitted via authorized agents. Program terms, thresholds, and travel access can change—obtain up‑to‑date advice before proceeding further.
- Fast processing (~3–6 months); no residency or language requirement; dual citizenship permitted.
- Family-inclusive: add spouse, dependent children (and in some cases dependent parents); reputable program with robust due diligence.
- Strategic mobility and business: broad visa-free/VOA access including Schengen (verify current list) and eligibility for the U.S. E‑2 Treaty Investor visa after three years’ domicile in Grenada.
- Eligibility and checks: 18+; good character; clean police certificates; pass enhanced due‑diligence/background screening (interview may be required); certain nationalities/sanctioned persons restricted.
- Investment: Make the qualifying NTF contribution or purchase approved real estate at the set minimum; pay government/due‑diligence/processing fees; hold real estate for the required period.
- Documentation and process: Prove lawful source of funds and sufficient means; submit full KYC (passports, forms), medicals; apply via a licensed agent; take the oath of allegiance; include eligible dependents.
- National Transformation Fund (NTF) — non‑refundable contribution; minimums set by regulation and vary by family size; plus due‑diligence and government fees.
- Approved real estate — purchase in a designated project at the set minimum; typical 5‑year holding period; additional government fees; potential rental/dividend income.
- Dependents can be added for incremental fees; no financing/crypto; resale/exit subject to program rules—confirm current thresholds, eligible projects, and exit terms.
GCIP handles Grenada CBI end‑to‑end: goal assessment, NTF vs approved real estate guidance, source‑of‑funds preparation, KYC and due diligence, document assembly, licensed‑agent filing, interview coaching, approval tracking, oath coordination, family inclusion, E‑2 visa planning, holding‑period compliance, passport delivery plus renewals.