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Permits nationals of countries not on the visa-free list to enter Dominica for tourism, visiting family/friends, or short-term stays. Required only for nationalities not exempt by bilateral or regional agreement.

• Application fee is EC$200 (Eastern Caribbean dollars), payable at the Treasury Department.
• Required documents: completed visa application form, valid passport (at least 6 months validity), 2 recent passport photos, bank statement from sponsor, medical certificate (not older than 6 months), employment letter or proof of self-employment, invitation letter from sponsor, marriage/birth certificate (where applicable), and notarized applicant signature before a Commissioner of Oaths.
• All foreign-language documents must be translated into English and notarized.
• Contact: Ministry of Justice, Immigration and National Security, Phone: (767) 266-3354.
• No processing time or validity period published on official page.

Allows bona fide in-transit passengers and tourists in possession of a valid return ticket to enter Dominica without a visa for up to 21 days.

• Applies to any nationality.
• Applicant must hold a valid return ticket and have no intent to remain beyond 21 days.
• Cruise/tourist vessel passengers are also exempt for the duration of the port call.
• This is a conditional exemption, not an unconditional nationality-based visa-free grant.
• The mandatory free ED Card (edcard.dominica.gov.dm) must still be completed before travel.

Allows a visitor already admitted at the port of entry to lawfully remain in Dominica beyond the period initially granted, for up to three additional months.

• Tiered Treasury fee: CARICOM nationals EC$25 (under 1 month) or EC$50 (1-3 months); non-CARICOM nationals EC$50 (under 1 month) or EC$100 (approx US$37, 1-3 months).
• Must be applied for in person with the Inspector-in-Charge of Immigration before the stay granted at the port of entry expires.
• Requires valid passport, valid return ticket, proof of sufficient funds, local address, and Treasury payment receipt.
• Frequently the first step before applying for a residence permit.

Allows non-nationals to reside in Dominica on a temporary basis beyond the initial visitor admission period. Covers general residence including work and family residence purposes.

• Fee: EC$250 for CARICOM nationals; EC$800 for non-CARICOM nationals.
• Applicants must first obtain an Extension of Stay from Immigration and regularize visitor status before applying.
• Required documents: 2 completed application forms plus medical form, medical certificate (no communicable disease in past 3 years, including HIV test and chest X-ray), two testimonials (one from last employer), banker's statement, police record, proof of return ticket or travel deposit, 2 passport photos, valid passport (6+ months validity), Treasury fee receipt, sponsor letter, marriage certificate (if applicable), and cover letter.
• No duration or path to permanent residence published on official page.
• Ministry of National Security, Labour and Immigration: (767) 266-3553.

Authorizes a non-national to take up employment or self-employment in Dominica for a specific employer/role; foreign workers must hold a valid work permit before commencing work.

• Application fee EC$250 (approx US$93) for CARICOM nationals or EC$800 (approx US$295) for non-CARICOM nationals, paid at the Treasury.
• Valid for one year and renewable.
• A work permit automatically confers residency status if the term of employment exceeds six months.
• Requires two completed forms plus supporting documents: medical certificate (no communicable disease in past 3 years), employer letter stating job type and wages, police clearance, valid passport (6+ months), passport photos, and (for advertised posts) newspaper clippings advertising the position.
• Approval rests with the Minister responsible for Labour; applications are processed through the Labour Division.
• Online submission is also available via the government eServices portal (eservices.gov.dm/service/employment).
• Administered by the Ministry of National Security / Labour Division.

For foreign nationals admitted to pursue a full-time course of study at a recognized educational institution in Dominica.

• Dedicated Student Visa Application Form published by the Ministry of National Security (Immigration Division) under its Visas forms category.
• Applicants generally provide an acceptance/enrolment letter from a recognized institution, proof of sufficient funds, and evidence that course fees are paid.
• Nationals already eligible for visa-free entry (e.g. Commonwealth, CARICOM, US) may enter without a visa and regularize student status locally.
• Fee, validity, and processing time are not published on the official form page.

Grants indefinite residence to non-nationals who have lawfully resided or been employed in Dominica for at least five years.

• Requires 5 years of residence or employment on the island; approval is discretionary under the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Labour.
• Application fee EC$400 (approx US$148) for CARICOM nationals or EC$800 (approx US$296) for non-CARICOM nationals.
• Required documents include the application form, medical certificate (no communicable disease in past 3 years), two character references, banker's statement or employer letter, police record, and copies of all work/residence permits held while in Dominica.
• Processing time and validity not published on the official page.
• Official application form: https://nationalsecurity.gov.dm/forms/3-residence-work-permit?download=16:permanent-residence-application-form

Grants Dominican citizenship through a non-refundable donation to the Economic Diversification Fund, providing full citizenship rights and visa-free access to 140+ countries.

• Minimum donation: US$200,000 (single applicant); US$250,000 (main applicant + up to 3 dependants).
• Additional government fees: processing US$1,000; due diligence US$7,500 (main applicant), US$4,000 (dependants 16+); Certificate of Naturalisation US$500 per person; mandatory interview US$1,000 per person aged 16+.
• Applications submitted through authorized CBI agents only.
• Dual citizenship permitted, no residency requirement.
• Banned nationalities include Belarus, Russia, Yemen, and Northern Iraq (Kurdish cities).
• Established by Citizenship By Investment Regulations 2013 (SRO 43 of 2013).

Grants Dominican citizenship through a qualifying investment in approved real estate projects, providing full citizenship rights and a return-generating asset.

• Minimum real estate investment: US$200,000 in a government-approved project.
• Government fees (in addition to investment): US$75,000 (single applicant); US$100,000 (main applicant + up to 3 dependants); additional dependants under 18 US$25,000 each; dependants 18+ US$40,000 each.
• Due diligence: US$7,500 (main applicant); mandatory interview US$1,000 per person aged 16+.
• Property must be held for 3 years from citizenship grant date (5 years if future purchaser is also a CBI applicant).
• Same banned nationality rules apply as EDF option.