| TL;DR:Grenada citizenship by investment starts at USD 235,000 and qualifies you for the US E-2 Investor Visa, since Grenada holds a treaty of commerce with the United States. If you gain Grenadian citizenship through investment, US law now requires you to hold a real home in Grenada for three continuous years before you can file your first E-2 application. CtrustGlobal guides investors through both the citizenship process and the E-2 timeline. |
Grenada citizenship by investment costs at least USD 235,000 and gives you a passport that qualifies for the US E-2 Investor Visa. This guide covers cost, process, and the three-year rule that now applies to Grenada citizens who gained their passport through investment.
Does Grenada citizenship give US E-2 access?
Yes. Grenada holds a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States. This treaty is the legal basis for the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa, under INA 101(a)(15)(E). The E-2 visa lets a treaty national live in the US and run a business they invest in. It is a non-immigrant visa, so it does not lead straight to a green card.
Grenada is the only Caribbean citizenship by investment program with this treaty in force. That is a real advantage over other Caribbean passports. It is not, on its own, a guarantee of a US visa. You still need a genuine, active US business and you still need to meet one added rule if you gained citizenship through investment. That rule is covered below.
How much does Grenada citizenship by investment cost?
The lowest published route costs USD 235,000. CtrustGlobal offers two qualifying investment routes through Grenada's National Transformation Fund (NTF) and a government-approved real estate option.
| Route | Minimum Investment | Family Coverage | Notes |
| National Transformation Fund donation | USD 235,000 | Main applicant plus up to 3 dependents | Non-refundable. Each extra dependent adds USD 25,000 (under 17) or USD 50,000 (17 and older). |
| Government-approved real estate | USD 270,000 | Main applicant plus dependents (fees vary by project) | Property held for at least 5 years. Some projects add a separate government contribution. [VERIFY: figure] with your advisor before you commit. |
Government fees, due diligence fees, and legal fees apply on top of the investment amount for both routes. These vary by family size and case complexity, so ask your advisor for a full written quote before you commit funds.
What is the three-year domicile requirement, and does it apply to you?
If you gain Grenadian citizenship through investment, US law requires you to hold a real home in Grenada for three continuous years before you file your first E-2 application. This is the single most important limit on the Grenada-to-E-2 pathway, and it is not a Grenada rule. It is a US rule.
In December 2022, Congress passed the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (Public Law 117-263). This law added a new limit to INA 101(a)(15)(E): an applicant whose treaty nationality came from a financial investment must show a continuous domicile period in that country for at least three years at some point before applying. The US Department of State applies this rule case by case.
The rule targets citizenship by investment routes specifically. It does not apply if you already held E status before the law took effect. Domicile means a genuine, permanent home with intent to stay. It is a stricter test than simply holding a passport or visiting occasionally. A consular officer, not CtrustGlobal or any other advisor, makes the final domicile decision.
This rule can add years to your plan if you want to invest in a US business soon after your Grenada citizenship is approved. Confirm your own timeline with a qualified US immigration attorney before you invest, since your specific facts decide how the rule applies to you.
What are the steps from Grenada citizenship to a US E-2 visa?
The path runs through two separate processes: Grenada citizenship, then the US E-2 visa. Here is the full sequence.
1.Book a consultation with an authorized agent and confirm your eligibility.
2.Choose your investment route: National Transformation Fund donation or real estate.
3. Prepare documents and submit your application through the authorized agent.
4.Complete the government due diligence review.
5.Take the oath of allegiance and receive your Grenada passport.
6.Meet the three-year domicile period, if the rule applies to your case.
7.Identify and invest in a substantial, active US business.
8.File your E-2 visa application with supporting evidence of citizenship, investment, and business control.
How long does Grenada citizenship take?
Most complete applications move from submission to passport in 90 to 120 days. Incomplete documents or extra due diligence questions can push a case past that window. Ask your advisor for a current, case-specific timeline before you plan around a fixed date.
Who should not rely on this pathway?
Grenada citizenship by investment and the E-2 visa suit a specific investor profile. They do not suit everyone. Be clear on these limits before you start:
● There is no guarantee of E-2 visa approval. Citizenship alone does not grant the visa.
● Your US enterprise must be real, active, and more than marginal. A passive investment will not qualify.
● If you need to move to the US within three years of gaining Grenada citizenship through investment, the domicile rule may block your first E-2 filing.
● The E-2 visa is a non-immigrant status. It does not by itself lead to a green card or US citizenship.
● Always confirm your legal position with a qualified immigration attorney before you invest.
Key Takeaways
● Grenada citizenship by investment starts at USD 235,000 through the National Transformation Fund, or USD 270,000 through real estate.
● Grenada is the only Caribbean CBI program with an active US E-2 treaty of commerce.
● The 2023 National Defense Authorization Act added a three-year domicile rule for citizens who gained nationality through investment.
● Most citizenship applications take 90 to 120 days once documents are complete.
● The E-2 visa still requires a genuine, substantial US business investment on top of Grenadian citizenship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Grenada citizenship give US E-2 access?
Yes. Grenada holds a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States, so Grenadian citizens can apply for the E-2 Investor Visa. If you gained Grenadian citizenship through investment, you must also meet the three-year domicile rule before your first E-2 filing.
How much is Grenada CBI?
The National Transformation Fund donation route starts at USD 235,000 for a main applicant and up to three dependents. The real estate route starts at USD 270,000, held for at least five years. Government and due diligence fees apply on top of these amounts.
How long does Grenada citizenship take?
Most complete applications move from submission to passport in 90 to 120 days. Incomplete files or extra due diligence questions can extend this timeline.
Does the three-year domicile rule apply to me?
It applies if you gain Grenadian citizenship through a financial investment and did not already hold E status before December 2022. A consular officer reviews your actual home and ties to Grenada, not just your passport, on a case-by-case basis.
Can my family get Grenada citizenship too?
Yes. A single application can include your spouse, dependent children, and qualifying parents or grandparents under most program rules.
Does Grenada citizenship replace my current citizenship?
No. Grenada allows dual citizenship, so you keep your existing nationality alongside your new Grenadian passport.
Glossary
E-2 visa: A non-immigrant US visa for citizens of treaty countries who invest in and actively direct a US business.
Domicile: A genuine, permanent home in a country, with intent to stay there, as opposed to occasional visits or passport ownership alone.
National Transformation Fund (NTF): Grenada's government donation fund. A qualifying contribution to this fund is one route to Grenadian citizenship.
Treaty of commerce and navigation: A bilateral agreement between the US and another country that creates E-1 and E-2 visa eligibility for that country's nationals.
Non-immigrant visa: A US visa category for temporary stays tied to a specific purpose, such as business investment, that does not itself grant permanent residence.
Due diligence: The background and source-of-funds review that Grenada's government runs on every citizenship by investment applicant.
Book a Consultation
CtrustGlobal's advisory team can walk you through both the Grenada citizenship process and the US E-2 timeline, including whether the domicile rule applies to your case. Book a private consultation to review your eligibility, or explore how Grenada compares against CtrustGlobal's other Caribbean programs before you decide.