Question 1

How much does Grenada citizenship by investment cost in 2026?

Accepted Answer

The most affordable route is the National Transformation Fund (NTF) donation at $235,000 for a single applicant or a family of up to four. Adding due diligence fees ($5,000 per adult aged 17+), application and processing fees ($1,500 per adult, $500 per minor), and legal representation ($15,000–$25,000), the realistic all-in cost is $260,000–$275,000 for a single applicant and $280,000–$310,000 for a family of four. The real estate route starts at $270,000 (shared ownership) or $350,000 (sole ownership), plus a $50,000 government fee, bringing total costs to $350,000–$490,000, depending on the structure. At roughly $1,770 per visa-free destination via the NTF route, Grenada delivers strong value relative to its Caribbean peers.

Question 2

Can I get a US E-2 Investor Visa with Grenada citizenship?

Accepted Answer

Yes — this is Grenada's single most important differentiator. Grenada has held a bilateral investment treaty with the United States since 1989, making all Grenadian citizens eligible for the US E-2 Investor Visa. The E-2 allows you to live, work, and manage a business in the US by investing typically $100,000 or more in an American enterprise. It is issued for up to 5 years and is renewable indefinitely — effectively functioning as long-term US residency. No prior residence in Grenada is required; CBI citizenship alone establishes eligibility. No other Caribbean CBI programme — not Saint Kitts, Dominica, Antigua, or St. Lucia — offers E-2 access.

Question 3

How many countries can I visit visa-free with a Grenada passport?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, Grenada passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 147 destinations, ranking 27th. Key destinations include all 27 Schengen Area countries (90 days), the United Kingdom (6 months), mainland China (30 days), Singapore, Hong Kong, Russia (90 days), Brazil, and virtually all of Latin America and the Caribbean. Grenada is one of only five countries globally offering simultaneous visa-free access to China, Russia, the Schengen Area, and the UK. Visas are still required for the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan — though US access is achievable through the E-2 Investor Visa route.

Question 4

Does Grenada allow dual citizenship?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Grenada fully permits dual and multiple citizenship with no restrictions, reporting requirements, or prohibitions under the Citizenship Act of 1976. US, UK, and EU nationals can acquire Grenadian citizenship without affecting their existing passports. However, not all home countries reciprocate: India does not recognise dual citizenship, so obtaining a Grenada passport requires surrendering the Indian passport (though OCI status remains available). Nationals of China, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia should consult legal counsel before applying, as their home countries may automatically revoke their citizenship upon acquiring a second nationality. For most applicants, dual citizenship is straightforward and creates a powerful complementary mobility stack.

Question 5

How long does it take to get Grenada citizenship by investment?

Accepted Answer

Processing takes 6 to 12 months depending on the route and application completeness. The NTF donation pathway is faster at 6–9 months from submission to passport issuance. The real estate route takes 8–12 months due to additional property due diligence. No travel to Grenada is required during the application — the entire process can be completed remotely through an authorised agent. The most common cause of delays is incomplete documentation or triggered background checks. Once approved, the passport itself is issued within 2–4 weeks of the oath of allegiance, which can be taken at a Grenadian embassy or consulate abroad.

Question 6

Can I open a European bank account with a Grenada passport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but with important caveats. As a Grenadian citizen, you can legally apply for bank accounts across Europe, particularly in countries where you have visa-free access. In practice, however, many European banks apply enhanced due diligence to CBI passport holders, and some institutions may decline applications from newer CBI citizens without established European ties. Countries with more accessible banking for Caribbean passport holders include Portugal, Latvia, and Lithuania. Having a Grenadian passport alongside existing banking relationships, a European address, or business activities in Europe significantly improves acceptance. Opening accounts remotely has become more difficult post-2020 due to tightened AML/KYC rules across the EU.

Question 7

Can my family be included in the Grenada CBI application?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Grenada's CBI programme supports comprehensive family inclusion. The NTF donation of $235,000 covers a single applicant or a family of up to four (spouse plus two children). Additional dependants cost $25,000 each. Eligible family members include your spouse or common-law partner, children under 30 (if financially dependent and unmarried), parents and grandparents aged 55+ of either the main applicant or spouse, and siblings of the main applicant who are unmarried, childless, and under 18. All included family members receive full Grenadian citizenship and their own passports simultaneously. Children born after naturalisation automatically qualify for citizenship.

Question 8

Do I need to live in Grenada to get or keep citizenship?

Accepted Answer

Currently, no — but this is changing in 2026. As of early 2026, Grenada's CBI programme has no residency requirement for either obtaining or maintaining citizenship. However, new rules taking effect around April–June 2026 will introduce a mandatory 30-day presence requirement within 5 years of obtaining citizenship. Specifically, the main applicant must visit Grenada for at least 5 days within 12 months of receiving the passport, with the remaining 25 days shareable among family members over the following 4 years. This is a significant policy change that brings Grenada closer to Caribbean peers who have introduced similar presence requirements.

Grenada Citizenship by Investment

Grenada CBI: The Only Caribbean Passport with US E-2 Treaty Access

Key Benefits

Investment Options

National Transformation Fund (NTF)

Approved Real Estate

Program Benefits

Tax Optimization

Education

Healthcare

Business Access

Dual Citizenship

Application Process

Initial Consultation

Document Preparation

Application Submission

Due Diligence and Review

Investment Completion

Citizenship and Passport Issuance

Key Requirements

Family Inclusion

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