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Citizenship by investment
Grenada Citizenship by Investment
Obtain Grenadian citizenship and passports for your whole family through a donation or approved real estate.
Reviewed by Fergus Wu · Updated October 2026
Schengen access watch: on 25 June 2026 the European Commission asked Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis and St Lucia to phase out citizenship by investment by 1 June 2028, or their nationals’ visa-free Schengen access could be suspended. As of late September 2026 no suspension had been decided; subject to the EU’s latest announcements.
Programme overview
Grenada’s citizenship by investment programme lets investors obtain citizenship and passports by donating to a government fund or buying approved real estate. There is no need to relocate, and applicants must pass due diligence.
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InvestmentFrom USD 235,000
Investment routesDonation or approved real estate
Stay requirementNo need to relocate
StatusCitizenship and passport
Summary
Grenada’s citizenship by investment starts from USD 235,000 through the donation route, with an approved real estate route as well. Since 2024, the Eastern Caribbean countries have agreed a common minimum investment of at least USD 200,000. Applications must be made through an authorised agent and pass due diligence, and can include your spouse, children, and the financially dependent parents and grandparents of you and your spouse.
Key benefits of Grenada citizenship
- One contribution, family of fourThe USD 235,000 National Transformation Fund contribution covers a family of four; siblings and some other relatives cost extra.
- Siblings and grandparents tooCovers dependent children under 30, dependent parents and grandparents, and unmarried siblings (extra fees apply).
- Access to the US E-2 visaGrenada has an investment treaty with the US; those who obtain citizenship by investment must first live in Grenada for three years.
- Visa-free to mainland ChinaA China–Grenada mutual visa exemption for ordinary passports has applied since June 2015.
- Visa-free to 140+ destinationsCurrently visa-free or visa-on-arrival to over 140 destinations, including the Schengen Area and the UK (ETA required).
- Property resaleable after 5 yearsApproved real estate from USD 270,000 (plus a USD 50,000 government fee) can be sold after five years.
Why Global Immigrate for Grenada citizenship
- families approved
- 9+
- approval rate
- 98%
- offering this programme since
- 2018
Due diligence preparation
We review your background and source-of-funds documents in advance, reducing requests for more information and delays.
Comparing several countries
We compare total costs and what each passport can do for you — based on your travel needs, family size and budget — rather than selling a single programme.
Clear, transparent fees
All service fees and third-party costs are set out in writing before you sign — no hidden charges — and our refund terms are explained clearly.
Requirements
Investment options
Choose one of the following options; the other requirements are listed below.
- Option 1From USD 235,000National Transformation Fund
- Option 2From USD 270,000Approved real estate
- Shared ownership USD 270,000 per share; sole ownership USD 350,000
- Plus a USD 50,000 government contribution
- Held 5 years
Applicants generally need to meet the following:
- Application through an authorised agent
- Due diligence passed and no criminal record
- Health requirements met
Investment rules
Investment requirements in detail
Grenada offers two routes: a contribution to the National Transformation Fund (NTF), or an approved real estate project plus a government contribution. The base amount on both routes covers the main applicant and up to three dependants, with extra family members charged by category; real estate must be held for five years.
Main applicant + up to 3 dependants
NTF contributionUSD 235,000
Real estate route
Shared ownership from USD 270,000 per share / sole from USD 350,000, plus a USD 50,000 government contribution
Each extra dependant (child, or parent/grandparent over 55)
NTF contribution+USD 25,000
Real estate route
Government contribution +USD 25,000
Each dependent parent/grandparent aged 55 or under
NTF contribution+USD 50,000
Real estate route
Government contribution +USD 50,000
Each unmarried sibling aged 18+
NTF contribution+USD 75,000
Real estate route
Government contribution +USD 75,000
What counts
- NTF contribution: one-off, non-refundable, no return, and nothing to maintain afterwards.
- Real estate: only projects approved under section 11 of the Citizenship by Investment Act (mainly hotel and resort developments); sole ownership from USD 350,000.
- Shared ownership: two or more investors buy into the same approved resort unit, each holding a share of at least USD 270,000.
- Real estate funds go into the developer's escrow account, and most of the money must be applied to construction.
What doesn't count / restrictions
- Property outside approved projects, or private homes and land bought independently, do not qualify.
- The property price does not offset the government contribution; the USD 50,000 contribution (and any extra-dependant amounts) is non-refundable and payable on top.
- Under the 2024 Memorandum of Agreement among the five Eastern Caribbean states, every route has carried a floor of at least USD 200,000 since mid-2024, and discounts or rebates that cut the effective investment are prohibited.
- Application, due diligence, processing and interview fees are charged per person and do not count towards the investment.
Timing and holding rules
- The application is submitted and passes due diligence first; the contribution, property purchase and government contribution are paid only after approval in principle.
- Real estate must be held for at least five years from the grant of citizenship; after that it may be sold, including to another citizenship-by-investment applicant.
- Current prices have applied since 1 July 2024; complete applications filed before then were assessed at the old prices.
Family members and after citizenship
- Applications can include a spouse, dependent children under 30, dependent parents and grandparents, and unmarried, childless siblings aged 18+ (the last two charged as in the table).
- No minimum stay is in force yet. A Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Bill debated in late July 2026 would require 30 days in total in the first five years (countable per family, with each named dependant spending at least 5 days in the first 12 months), originally from 31 August 2026; an IMA circular of 21 August 2026 deferred it until the Eastern Caribbean regulator (ECCIRA) is operating and all five states agree a start date, and it may then apply to some pending applications.
- In June 2026 the European Commission wrote to the five Eastern Caribbean states asking them to phase out citizenship by investment by 1 June 2028, at the risk of losing Schengen visa-free access; the governments are negotiating, and as of November 2026 the programme is still accepting applications.
Based on official regulations and Citizenship by Investment Unit information as of November 2026; amounts and rules are subject to change.
Our three guarantees
Full service-fee refund if refused
Guaranteed in your service agreement: if your application is refused, we refund the service fees you have paid in full — or you can switch to another suitable programme at no extra charge.
No extra charge for further documents or resubmission
If the authorities request further documents, or an application must be resubmitted, we handle it at no additional service fee.
Handled by professionals, fee fixed at signing
Every application is prepared and reviewed by our professional immigration team. Your service fee is fixed when you sign, with no additional charges afterwards.
Service fees exclude investment amounts, government fees and third-party costs. Refusals caused by false or incomplete information, or by the applicant not cooperating as required, are not eligible for a refund. Full terms are set out in the service agreement.
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Application process
- Assessment and choice of route1–2 weeksWe compare the donation and real estate routes.
- Documents1–2 monthsPrepare identity, source-of-funds and background documents.
- Application and due diligenceSeveral monthsApply through an authorised agent and undergo due diligence.
- Payment and passportAfter approvalComplete payment and receive your certificate of citizenship and passport.
Pathway to PR and citizenship
- Citizenship and passportAbout 4–12 months
You and your family receive citizenship and a passport directly, with no residence or PR stage; passports are usually renewed every 5 to 10 years. You can keep your current nationality, subject to your home country’s rules.
Residence requirementNo need to relocate at present; a proposed 2026 amendment may require 30 days in total in Grenada within the first five years — the effective date is still to be confirmed, so the latest official announcements apply
General information only; requirements follow each country’s latest rules and can vary with your circumstances.
Grenada citizenship client stories
Client storyComparing donation and property routes, and Grenadian citizenship by donation
Ms Wan’s Grenada citizenship experience. She wanted second passports for the family.
Read the full storyClient storyWell prepared for the interview, and Grenadian citizenshipMr Yim’s Grenada citizenship experience. He wanted a second passport.
Read the full storyClient storyPlanning a US E-2 visa through Grenadian citizenship — and the three-year residence ruleMr Peng’s Grenada citizenship experience. He hoped to run a business in the US in future.
Read the full storyCompared with other options: Citizenship by Investment
See the Citizenship by Investment overview| Programme | Investment | Status | Typical timeline | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Citizenship by Investment | Real estate USD 400,000 (held for three years) | Citizenship and passport | Usually about 6–12 months | Citizenship through real estate |
| Grenada Citizenship by InvestmentThis programme | Donation from USD 235,000 | Citizenship and passport | Usually a few months | A future US E-2 visa (after three years of residence) |
| St Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment | Donation from USD 250,000 | Citizenship and passport | Usually a few months | Prioritising visa-free access and a long track record |
| St Lucia Citizenship by Investment | Contribution from USD 240,000 (up to four family members) | Citizenship and passport | Recently about 12–18 months | Families prioritising Schengen access, or needing ties with Taiwan |
| Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment | Donation from USD 230,000 | Citizenship and passport | Usually a few months | Covering a family at lower cost |
| Dominica Citizenship by Investment | Donation from USD 200,000 | Citizenship and passport | Usually a few months | Families on a limited budget |
| Argentina Citizenship by Investment | Contribution from USD 350,000 (coming soon) | Citizenship and passport | Applications targeted for Q4 2026 | Families wanting a South American passport who can wait for the official launch |
| Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment | Donation USD 130,000 | Citizenship and passport | Usually within a few months | Prioritising speed and tax |
Grenada citizenship FAQ
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.
Is there an interview?
Applicants generally attend an interview, as arranged by the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Do I need to give up my current nationality?
Grenada recognises dual citizenship, but please confirm whether your current country of nationality allows it.
Sources
- Investment Migration Agency, Grenada
- Grenada Investment Migration Agency (IMA)
- IMI Daily: Grenada CIP issues new prices, in force from 1 July 2024
- Serka Law: Grenada CBI summary citing S.R.O. No. 15 of 2024, No. 21 of 2025 and Act No. 19 of 2025 (secondary)
- Global Citizen Solutions: Grenada National Transformation Fund (secondary)
- IMI Daily: Grenada defers residence requirement days before its 31 August commencement
- IMI Daily: EU asks Caribbean states to end CBI by June 2028
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