Citizenship of GrenadaOverview
Grenada's Citizenship by Investment Programme is governed by the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Act 2013 and administered by the Investment Migration Agency (IMA Grenada). Pricing has been set by S.R.O. 12 of 2024 since 1 July 2024, in line with the OECS agreement that no programme should fall below US$200,000. Of the US$235,000 National Transformation Fund contribution, at least US$200,000 must be retained by the government; under the real estate route, at least US$230,000 of the US$270,000 must remain with the developer for construction, and funds are held in escrow.
Grenada is the only one of the five Eastern Caribbean programme states with a bilateral investment treaty with the United States that qualifies its citizens for the E-2 Treaty Investor visa. That visa is adjudicated entirely by US consular authorities, requires a substantial investment in a US business and is non-immigrant in nature, but it gives Grenadian citizenship a practical value beyond visa-free travel. Grenada also benefits from visa-free access to China under a bilateral arrangement.
Regulation is tightening. In September 2025 Grenada and four neighbouring states signed the agreement creating the Eastern Caribbean Citizenship by Investment Regulatory Authority (ECCIRA), to be headquartered in Grenada. In July 2026 Parliament debated a Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Bill requiring a genuine link: 30 days of presence in aggregate within the first five years (shareable within the family, with each named dependant spending at least five days in the first 12 months), an integration programme, an initial five-year passport with ten-year renewal only on certified compliance, and interviews for applicants aged 18 and over. Circular No. 2 of 2026 (21 August 2026) deferred commencement until ECCIRA is operational and member states agree a start date; the minister may also apply the rules to pending files.
Grenada was not named in the US entry restrictions announced in December 2025. In June 2026 the European Commission wrote to all five Eastern Caribbean programme states asking them to phase out citizenship by investment by 1 June 2028, relying on the revised EU visa suspension mechanism in force since 30 December 2025. Visa-free Schengen access continues for now, but it is under formal review.
Key benefits
- Access to the US E-2 Treaty Investor visa pathway, unique among the Eastern Caribbean programmes
- Visa-free travel to China under a bilateral waiver, alongside the Schengen Area and the UK (with ETA)
- A single US$235,000 contribution covers a family of up to four
- Broad family inclusion, including siblings and parents or grandparents
- Real estate route with funds protected in developer escrow
- Dual citizenship permitted and citizenship passes to future generations
- Not subject to the US entry restrictions applied to two neighbouring programmes in 2026
Requirements
- Main applicant aged 18 or over with no criminal record
- Clear evidence of lawful source of funds and source of wealth
- Satisfactory due diligence by IMA Grenada and its providers
- Mandatory interview, conducted virtually by IMA officials
- Application through a licensed local agent; investment completed after ministerial approval
- Medical examination and police certificates for adult applicants
- Nationals of North Korea, Russia and Belarus are ineligible; certain other nationalities face conditional eligibility
- Once commenced, 30 days' family presence within five years plus an integration programme
Investment options
National Transformation Fund (NTF)
US$235,000
Non-refundable contribution for a main applicant and up to three dependants. Additional children, and parents or grandparents over 55, cost US$25,000 each; parents or grandparents under 55 cost US$50,000; siblings US$75,000. Application, due diligence and processing fees are added.
Approved real estate project
US$270,000
Investment in a government-approved tourism project, paid into developer escrow, plus a government contribution of US$50,000 for a family of up to four and additional amounts per extra dependant. The investment must be held for at least five years before it can be resold for citizenship purposes; sole freehold ownership typically requires a higher price.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Pre-assessment
We verify eligibility, nationality restrictions and documentary readiness, and discuss whether the E-2 pathway is part of the plan.
- 2
Document assembly
Civil, police, medical and financial records are prepared, apostilled and translated into English.
- 3
Filing through a licensed agent
The application and government fees are lodged with IMA Grenada.
- 4
Due diligence and interview
Background checks are completed and applicants attend a virtual interview.
- 5
Approval and investment
Following ministerial approval, the contribution or real estate investment is completed, normally within a short deadline.
- 6
Oath and passport
Certificates of registration are issued after the oath of allegiance and passports follow; under the amending legislation, first passports are expected to carry five-year validity.
Typical documents
- Signed application forms and photographs for each applicant
- Certified passport and identity document copies
- Birth, marriage and relevant family law documents
- Police certificates from countries of citizenship and residence
- Medical certificates including HIV test
- Bank reference and evidence of source of funds and wealth
- Professional references and corporate documents
- Proof of address
- Real estate purchase or share agreement for the property route
How Legal Wealth helps
Legal Wealth helps clients assess Grenada as part of a broader mobility plan, particularly where the E-2 treaty is relevant. We coordinate with licensed agents and US immigration counsel, check approved projects and escrow arrangements before funds are released, prepare a source-of-wealth file suited to stricter regional vetting, and track the commencement of the 30-day presence rule so that obligations are planned rather than discovered. Every engagement is handled discreetly, with personal data shared strictly on a need-to-know basis.
Enquire with Legal WealthFrequently asked questions
Does Grenadian citizenship give me a US E-2 visa automatically?
No. Citizenship makes you eligible to apply. The E-2 visa requires a substantial, at-risk investment in a genuine US business and is decided by US consular officers. It is a non-immigrant visa and does not lead directly to a green card.
What fees apply on top of the investment?
Government application, due diligence and processing fees are charged per applicant and vary by age, together with an interview fee. Expect fees to rise under the regional due diligence standard; we confirm the current schedule before filing.
When does the 30-day presence rule start?
IMA Grenada deferred the planned 31 August 2026 start. It will commence once ECCIRA is operational and the member states agree a date. The minister may apply it to pending applications, so new applicants should plan for it now.
Who can be included?
A spouse, children under 18, unmarried children up to 30 who are fully supported, disabled children, dependent parents and grandparents, and unmarried siblings, with additional contributions for those beyond the base family of four.
How long does the process take?
Most complete files are decided within four to nine months, depending on due diligence complexity and document quality.
Is Grenada affected by the EU review?
Yes. Grenada received the Commission's June 2026 request to phase out its programme by June 2028. Visa-free Schengen travel continues for now.
Last reviewed: 2026-10. Requirements, fees and timelines change. Information is general, reviewed on the date shown, and is not legal or tax advice.
