Caribbean Citizenship by Investment: The Complete 2026 Guide

Five Caribbean states grant citizenship by investment in 2026: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, and St Lucia. Qualifying contributions start at $200,000, processing typically takes four to six months, there is no residence requirement, and the passports give visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to roughly 140 to 150 destinations, including the Schengen Area and the UK.

Key facts

Dominica: from $200,000 into the Economic Diversification Fund, approximately 6 months.
Antigua and Barbuda: from $230,000 into the National Development Fund, approximately 4 to 6 months.
Grenada: from $235,000 into the National Transformation Fund, approximately 4 to 6 months, with US E-2 treaty access.
St Lucia: from $240,000 into the National Economic Fund, approximately 4 to 6 months.
St Kitts and Nevis: from $250,000 via the Sustainable Island State Contribution, approximately 4 to 6 months, accelerated option available.
No residence or visit requirement to obtain or retain the citizenship in most cases, and it can be passed to future generations.
The EU is reviewing visa-free access for these passports, so travel benefits may change; programme durability and clean due diligence matter more than headline price.

Frequently asked questions

Which Caribbean countries offer citizenship by investment in 2026?

Five: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, and St Lucia. Each grants full citizenship and a passport for a qualifying investment from $200,000.

How much does Caribbean citizenship cost in 2026?

From $200,000 in Dominica, $230,000 in Antigua and Barbuda, $235,000 in Grenada, $240,000 in St Lucia and $250,000 in St Kitts and Nevis, before due diligence and professional fees.

Can Caribbean passport holders travel to Europe visa-free?

Yes, as of 2026 these passports offer visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to the Schengen Area and the UK, among roughly 140 to 150 destinations. The EU is reviewing this access.

Do I have to live in the Caribbean to keep the citizenship?

No. There is generally no residence requirement to obtain or retain it, and it can be passed to future generations.

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