Citizenship by Investment in Grenada

Overview

Grenada operates one of the most respected Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes in the Caribbean. Established under national legislation and administered by a dedicated government unit, it allows qualifying foreign nationals to acquire full Grenadian citizenship in return for a significant economic contribution to the country. Successful applicants receive a passport, the right to live and work in Grenada, and the ability to pass citizenship to future generations. There is no obligation to reside on, or even visit, the island before or after approval, which makes the programme particularly attractive to internationally mobile families and entrepreneurs.

Who it suits

Grenada CBI is well suited to global business owners seeking a second passport for travel freedom, families looking to secure long-term mobility and a Plan B, and entrepreneurs who specifically want a pathway toward the United States. Grenada is one of the very few CBI nations whose citizens can apply for the US E-2 treaty investor visa, a route that can allow a citizen to live in the United States while actively operating a qualifying business there. It also appeals to applicants from countries with restrictive passports who want broad visa-free access to the UK, the Schengen Area, China, Singapore and many other destinations (140-plus in total), with China access being a particular differentiator versus several rival Caribbean passports.

Eligibility and requirements

Applicants must be over 18, hold a clean criminal record, demonstrate that their funds come from lawful sources, and be in good health. The programme is family-friendly: a spouse, dependent children, dependent parents and, in many cases, unmarried siblings can be included under one application. Every applicant undergoes rigorous multi-stage due diligence, which is a core strength of the programme and helps preserve the value of the passport. Applications cannot be filed directly with the government; they must be submitted through an authorised agent, which is where Legarithm acts on your behalf.

Investment routes

There are two principal options. The first is a non-refundable donation to the National Transformation Fund (NTF), a government fund that supports national development projects. The second is the purchase of government-approved real estate, typically a share in an approved resort or development, which can usually be resold after a minimum holding period. Real estate buyers also pay applicable government, due-diligence and processing fees on top of the property price. Minimum investment thresholds across OECS Caribbean CBI programmes generally start from approximately US$200,000-plus; because these figures are periodically revised by the government, we provide current, confirmed figures on request.

Process and timeline

The typical path runs: engagement and eligibility review, document collection and certification, due-diligence checks and application submission, government processing, approval in principle, payment of the investment, and issuance of the certificate of naturalisation and passport. Processing commonly takes several months, depending on file complexity, family size and due-diligence findings. Legarithm manages every stage, liaising with the authorities so you deal with one trusted point of contact from start to finish.

Comparison and context

Compared with other Caribbean options, Grenada’s distinguishing features are its US E-2 treaty access and strong China visa-free travel, neither of which is shared by most rival programmes. It is a credible, well-governed programme, though all CBI rules, fees and benefits evolve over time, so current verification before you commit is essential. Legarithm confirms the latest official terms with you before any payment is made.