Grenada, known as the “Spice Isle” of the Caribbean, is a tri-island state comprising Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique. The country launched its CBI programme in 2013 and occupies a uniquely strategic position in the investment migration market: it is the only CBI country that has a Treaty of Commerce and Navigation with the United States, granting Grenadian citizens eligibility for the US E-2 Investor Visa. This makes Grenada’s programme the preferred route for investors who wish to live and work in the United States. The island’s economy is anchored in tourism, agriculture (particularly nutmeg and cocoa), and growing offshore financial services. Grenada’s programme consistently ranks among the most credible in the industry, with a reputation score of 8.4 out of 10.
Last Updated: May 27, 2026
2026 Global Citizenship Programs Report: Grenada
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Introduction
Rankings Snapshot
Index | Ranking | Score |
|---|---|---|
Overall Ranking
| 3rd | 87.87 |
Procedure
| 5th | 87.70 |
Mobility
| 7th | 83.10 |
Tax Optimization
| 4th | 87.50 |
Quality of Life
| 8th | 67.13 |
Investment
| 4th | 86.50 |
Credibility
| 6th | 83.50 |
Compliance
| 3rd | 79.00 |
Country Information at a Glance
Continent: America
Population (2025 est.): 114,000
GDP Nominal (USD, 2025): USD 1.4 B
GDP per Capita (USD, 2025): USD 12,700
Program Type: Structured CBI
Economic/Mobility Blocs: OECS, CARICOM, Commonwealth, OAS, UN, US E-2 Treaty
Category | Details |
|---|---|
Legal Provision
| Grenada Citizenship by Investment Act, No. 15 of 2013 |
Region
| America |
Minimum Investment Threshold
| $235,000 |
Year of Inception
| 2013 |
Visa-free Countries
| 140 |
Investment Options
| NTF contribution or real estate investment |
Physical Presence Requirements
| None |
Family Member Inclusion
| Spouse, children under 30, parents/grandparents any age, unmarried siblings |
Dual Citizenship Allowed
| Yes |
Average Processing Time
| 8-10 months |
Total Costs (MIT + Fees)
| $ 266,500+ |
Language Requirements
| No |
Tax System / Tax Rates
| Territorial / CT:28%, PIT:0%, CGT:0%, WT:0%, IGT:0%, ET: 0% |
Conclusion
Footnotes
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