Investment routes
- National Transformation Fund donation: from USD 235,000, covering the main applicant and up to three family members
- Real estate: USD 270,000 (shared project) or USD 350,000 (sole investment), held for five years
The new E-2 restriction
Grenada has an E-2 investor visa treaty with the US. But since the 2022 amendment, people who acquired Grenadian nationality through investment must first live in Grenada as their permanent home for three continuous years before applying for an E-2.
Other points
- Citizenship without relocating
- Applications through an authorised agent, with due diligence
- Applicants usually attend an interview
Grenada citizenship at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Donation route | From USD 235,000 |
| Real estate route | Approved real estate from USD 270,000 |
| Stay requirement | No need to relocate |
| Status | Citizenship and passport |
Grenada citizenship application process and timing
- Assessment and choice of route (1–2 weeks): We compare the donation and real estate routes.
- Documents (1–2 months): Prepare identity, source-of-funds and background documents.
- Application and due diligence (Several months): Apply through an authorised agent and undergo due diligence.
- Payment and passport (After approval): Complete payment and receive your certificate of citizenship and passport.
Main Grenada citizenship requirements
- A donation to the government fund from USD 235,000, or approved real estate
- Application through an authorised agent
- Due diligence passed and no criminal record
- Health requirements met
Key benefits of Grenada citizenship
- Citizenship and a passport
- No need to relocate
- Include your spouse and dependent children
- Eligible for the US E-2 investor visa (after three years of residence in Grenada)
More questions about Grenada citizenship
Can I apply for a US E-2 visa straight after gaining citizenship? No. Under US legislation amended in 2022, people who acquired Grenadian nationality through investment must first live in Grenada as their permanent home for three continuous years before applying for an E-2 visa.
How many family members does the donation cover? A USD 235,000 donation to the National Transformation Fund covers the main applicant and up to three family members. The real estate route is USD 270,000 (shared project) or USD 350,000 (sole investment), held for five years.
Next step
Every family’s background, funds and timeline are different. Global Immigrate’s professional consultants can assess, free of charge, whether this programme suits you and compare other options. You can also request the full programme brochure on the programme page.
Learn more: Grenada Citizenship by Investment