How Does Grenada Citizenship by Investment Work?

How Does Grenada Citizenship by Investment Work?

Grenada Citizenship by Investment works through a structured 9-stage government process: eligibility check, route selection, authorized agent filing, due diligence, interview, government approval, investment completion, and certificate issuance.

Option 1: National Transformation Fund (NTF)

• Minimum US$235,000 non-refundable contribution for single applicant or family up to 4.• Straightforward capital deployment supporting Grenadian infrastructure and green economy.• Fastest processing with zero property maintenance responsibilities.

Option 2: Approved Real Estate (e.g. National Resort)

• Minimum US$270,000 investment in developer shares + **US$50,000** government contribution.• Investment in approved 5-star resort/hotel units with potential capital appreciation.• Must be held for a mandatory holding period of 5 years before resale.
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Stage 1: Initial Eligibility Assessment

Review applicant background, family structure, source of wealth, source of funds, and verify absence of previous visa/citizenship refusals.
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Stage 2: Select Qualifying Investment Route

Choose between the US$235,000 NTF donation or US$270,000 approved real estate project (e.g. Grenada National Resort).
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Stage 3: File via Official Authorised Agent

Applications can only be submitted by law through an Authorised International Marketing Agent partnering with an Authorised Local Agent.
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Stage 4: Document Preparation & Translation

Gather medical reports, bank reference letters, police clearances, birth/marriage certificates, and comprehensive source-of-wealth documentation.
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Stage 5: Government Due Diligence Review

The Investment Migration Agency commissions independent international intelligence agencies and Interpol to conduct background checks.
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Stage 6: Mandatory Virtual Interview

The main applicant, spouse, and dependants aged 17+ complete a mandatory online video interview conducted by government compliance officers.
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Stage 7: Approval-in-Principle Issued

Upon successful due diligence, the IMA issues an official written Letter of Approval-in-Principle instructing the completion of investment funds.
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Stage 8: Transfer Qualifying Investment

The investor transfers the required NTF contribution or real estate balance into the designated government treasury or project escrow account.
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Stage 9: Issuance of Citizenship Certificates & Passports

The Government of Grenada issues the official automated Certificate of Naturalization and processes passports for all approved family members.

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