Entrepreneur Visa

The Dominica Entrepreneur Visa Program was launched in late 2020 as a strategic initiative to stimulate economic growth and job creation. It provides a structured pathway for foreign investors to obtain residency by actively participating in the local economy. This program fills a specific gap for investors who prefer a residency-based approach to business development over the direct, donation-based citizenship routes, allowing them to establish a tangible footprint in the country while contributing to its national development goals through business innovation and local employment.

This visa is designed for business owners and investors who are ready to make a significant financial commitment to Dominica. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a clean criminal record, and invest a minimum of US$50,000 to US$100,000 in a government-approved business or a new startup that generates local employment. It is distinctive because it is not an instant citizenship program; instead, it grants a two-year residency permit that serves as a pathway to potential naturalization, requiring the investor to have an active, hands-on role in the company's operations and to reside in the country for a minimum period each year.