Initial Contact
The team will conduct an initial due diligence check on each applicant to assess their suitability for the chosen programme. A passport copy and utility bill will be required from each applicant.
About
The Commonwealth of Dominica is an island located in the Eastern Caribbean region 1400 miles away from Miami. Known as the nature island, Dominica has over 365 rivers flowing through its unique rainforests and mountains.
Established in 1993, the Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment programme is one of the oldest citizenship programmes in the world. Citizenship can be acquired through a donation or investment in real estate.
The programme offers visa-free travel to 145 countries, including the Schengen Area, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Benefits of 2nd Citizenship
No Residency Requirements
No Language Requirements
Dual Citizenship is Recognised
Limited Taxation; no wealth, gift, foreign income or capital gains tax
Visa free travel to 145 countries including the Schengen region, Hong Kong and Singapore
No Residency Requirements
No Language Requirements
Dual Citizenship is Recognised
Visa free travel to 145 countries including the Schengen region, Hong Kong and Singapore
Limited Taxation; no wealth, gift, foreign income or capital gains tax
General Requirements
The main applicant must:
- Be over the age of 18
- Have no criminal record or be under investigation for a criminal offence
- Be able to make full investment amount on approval
- Not have been rejected from a visa from a country that has a visa free travel agreement
with Dominica. All visa rejections must be disclosed. - Must not be found to be involved in any activity which may cause disrepute to Dominica.
- Should be healthy and not be diagnosed with a contagious disease.
- Full disclosure must be made on the application forms.
Any incorrect information or false documentation provided will lead to a rejection.
Investment and Donation Options
Option 1: Economic Diversification Fund
Option 1: Economic Diversification Fund
A donation to the economic diversification fund supports public and private projects within Dominica, covering industries such as education, healthcare, sport and tourism.
Economic Diversification Fund
Main Applicant
US $200,000
Main Applicant & Spouse
US $250,000
Main Applicant, Spouse
& 2 Other Dependents
US $250,000
Each Additional
Dependent
Age 18 and over: US $40,000
Under 18: US $25,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US 7,500
Spouse
US $4,000
Each Additional Applicant
Age 16 and over: US $4,000
Additional Fees
Processing Fee
US $ 1,000 Per Applicant
Certification of Naturalisation Fee
US $ 250 Per Applicant
Expedited Passport Issuance Fee
US $ 1,200 Per Applicant
Eligibility of Dependents:
- Child aged under eighteen years old of the main applicant or spouse.
- Children between the ages of 18-30 who are fully supported by the main applicant and in full time education.
- A child of the main applicant or spouse who is physically or mentally challenged. The child should be fully supported by the main applicant.
- Unmarried daughter under the age of 25 of the main applicant and spouse who is fully supported and living with the main applicant
- Parents or grandparents of the main applicant or spouse above the age of 65 who is fully supported and living with the main applicant.
- A parent of any age who is physically or mentally challenged and is fully supported by the applicant.
Option 2: Real Estate Investment
Option 2: Real Estate Investment
The property must be held for atleast 3 years and be authorised by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica. The property must be valued at a minimum of $200,000.
Real Estate
Applicant applying with any number of Dependents
US $200,000
Government Fee
Main Applicant
US $75,000
Main Applicant and up to 3 dependents
US $100,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US $7,500
Spouse
US $4,000
Each Additional Dependent
Age 16 and over: US $4,000
Additional Fees
Processing Fee
US $ 1,000 Per Applicant
Certification of Naturalisation Fee❘
US $ 250 Per Applicant
Expedited Passport Issuance Fee
US $ 1,200 Per Applicant
Timeline and Process
1
Client Boarding Process
A contract between AIM Capital Partners and the client will be signed.
2
Document Checklist
Applicants will be required to provide the requested documentation and complete all application forms . A document checklist will be shared with the main applicant.
3
Application submitted to the Citizenship Unit
AIM Capital Partners will submit your application to the Citizenship Unit once all documentation is in order. The main applicant must pay the required fees at the submission stage. A fee breakdown will be provided in the contract during Stage 1. Within 1-2 weeks, AIM Capital Partners will receive a submission acknowledgement letter from the citizenship unit.
4
Due Diligence Process
The government and several due diligence agencies will conduct comprehensive due diligence on each applicant.
5
Approval or Rejection
The citizenship unit will issue an approval letter providing the applicants pass the due diligence checks.
6
Approval in Principle
The citizenship unit will issue the citizenship certificates upon receipt of the investment funds. The passport office will thereafter issue the passports of the applicants.
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Request a Callback from the Team
If you have any questions or are ready to start your journey 2nd citizenship journey,
Contact AIM Capital Partners and we will be happy to help.