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Dominica's citizenship programme boosts tourism and investment
The island has been welcoming foreign investors to become citizens of the island with full rights by making an economic contribution to a government fund, and since 2015, via investment in government-approved real estate options
- PUBLISHED: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 9:44 AM
The Commonwealth of Dominica, known as the ‘Nature Isle,’ is not a typical Caribbean island. Its mountainous terrain, unusual black sand beaches, and 365 rivers make it the ideal destination to rejuvenate, relax, and refocus.
In 2025, Dominica was a popular destination, particularly for cruise tourism, and was recognised by travel publications like The New York Times and National Geographic. The island welcomed a record number of visitors, including both cruise passengers and air travellers. Dominica saw an increase in cruise visits and passenger numbers compared to previous years, with a significant boost from inaugural visits by reputable cruise lines. United Airlines flies daily from Miami, and there are seasonal flights from New York. A new international airport is under construction, planned to finish by 2027. A Super yacht Marina is being built in the north of the island too.
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Since 1993, Dominica has been welcoming foreign investors to become citizens of the island with full rights by making an economic contribution to a government fund, and since 2015, via investment in government-approved real estate options. Known as the Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP), successful applicants unlock a wealth of benefits, including increased travel freedom, and the ability to pass citizenship down to future generations.
The entry level for the CBI Programme is $200,000 for the Government Fund, and $200,000 for the Real Estate option. Both are cost-effective solutions, and the Dominica CBI option has changed the lives of many persons around the globe. Recently, enhancements were brought to the programme, introducing mandatory interviews and redefining the qualification of dependents, granting the possibility of adding new dependents at the post-naturalisation period.
Post-citizenship support services are available to all newly adopted citizens, including Tax and Social Security Registrations. Sophisticated investors who do not choose the jurisdiction for the international mobility its citizenship offers, may opt for advantageous tax and estate planning solutions.
Vardikos & Vardikos is an Authorised Agent in Dominica since 2005. With offices in Greece and Dominica and a network of 44 Promoters in the UAE, assures that the remote filling process is swift and smooth within 4 months.
Visit www.vardikos.com for more details.
