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Grenada

The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program was launched in August 2013 when the Grenadian parliament passed the Citizenship by Investment Act, 2013. Avion Citizenship was formally mandated in 2019 by the Government of Grenada to revitalize, enhance, and relaunch the program globally..

About Grenada

Grenada is a picturesque island with exotic, diverse topography, breathtaking beaches, and a year-round temperate climate. Often referred to as the ‘Spice Island’ for its nutmeg and mace crops, Grenada is an English-speaking Commonwealth country with a common law legal system and a stable government.

Population:  114,300

Languages:  English

Economy:   Tourism-based

Currency:  Eastern Caribbean dollar




An Introduction to Grenada

Grenada gained independence from Britain in 1974 and is part of the British Commonwealth. The country has a small but open tourism-based economy. Its principal export crops are mace and nutmeg; Grenada is the world’s second-largest producer of nutmeg, after Indonesia.

The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program was relaunched in 2013 with the passing of the Citizenship by Investment Act, 2013. Grenadian passport holders can travel visa-free or by visa on arrival to 145 destinations such as China, the UK, and Europe’s Schengen Area, as well as to other key business and lifestyle destinations. Grenada is the only Caribbean country with a citizenship program that holds an E-2 Investor Visa treaty with the USA, which allows Grenadian citizens to apply to the USA for a nonimmigrant visa.

Benefits of Grenada Citizenship by Investment

  • ​Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 destinations, including China, Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, and Europe’s Schengen Area.
  • The only Caribbean citizenship by investment program that holds an E-2 Investor Visa Treaty with the USA, allowing citizens to be eligible to apply for a non-immigrant visa after being domiciled in Grenada for a continuous period of three years.
  • ​The ability to include a spouse, children under 30, unmarried siblings aged 18 and over, parents, and grandparents of the main applicant and spouse.
  • ​No restrictions on dual citizenship in Grenada.
  • No minimum stay required

Requirements of Grenada citizenship by investment

To qualify for citizenship, the primary applicant must be over 18 years of age, meet the application requirements, and satisfy one of the two primary qualifying options:

National Transformation Fund donation option: A minimum non-refundable contribution to the NTF of USD 235,000 for a single applicant or for a family of up to four members.
Real estate option: A purchase of at least USD 270,000 from a government-approved real estate project, along with an additional minimum non-refundable contribution of USD 50,000, applies for a single applicant or a family of up to four members. The real estate must be held for five years if it is resold as a qualifying investment to another citizenship by investment investor. Alternatively, it can be sold at any point after purchase.
 

Procedure for the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program

The application process for Grenadian citizenship is efficient and uncomplicated.

The applicant is not required to visit Grenada to complete the process.

​The Grenadian citizenship by investment application pack will be delivered to you by Henley & Partners. It will include all the relevant documentation, accompanied by detailed instructions. Once everything is returned to us, we will double-check the application for completeness and accuracy to minimize the possibility of rejection.
Applicants are not required to pick up their passports in person. Avion Citizenship will coordinate the collection process and send the passport(s) to the client.
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Successful applicants

Under the real estate option, the time frame may vary depending upon the project. Therefore, it is important to select a real estate project that is able to provide the necessary paperwork from the developer. Henley & Partners will guide you in this regard.


Grenada Real Estate

Everything you need to know about acquiring premium real estate in Grenada and linked to the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program.

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Holding period of real estate

Minimum five year

Minimum real estate investment

USD 270,000

Type of​ ownership

Sole owners

Rental income opportunity

2–5% on residential property

Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program frequently asked questions

The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program offers citizenship to individuals and their families through significant economic contributions.

Investment options include contributions to the National Transformation Fund and real estate investments.

Benefits include visa-free travel to over 140 countries, the right to live, work, and study in Grenada, and access to a tropical climate and beautiful beaches.

The minimum investment starts at USD 235,000 for a contribution to the National Transformation Fund. This includes the main applicant and up to four family members.

Yes, the main applicant can include their spouse and dependent children as well as dependent parents and siblings in their application.

There are no mandatory residence requirements, but applicants are encouraged to visit Grenada.

Applicants must choose a qualifying investment, submit the application with the necessary documents, and undergo a due diligence process.