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Moving to Dominica: every visa & residency route in 2026

There are 2 ways to move to Dominica legally as of 2026 — spanning digital nomad and investment routes. Here's every one, what it actually requires, and where it leads.

All 2 routes checked against official government sources · July 2026 · how we verify

2
Routes to move here
$4,167/mo
Lowest income route
$200,000
Lowest investment / deposit
Possible
Second passport?
Healthcare in DominicaPublic + private mix · private cover from about $60–150/mo.See how it works →After you land: your first 90 days in DominicaRegistration, the TIN, bank account, healthcare, driver's license — with the real deadlines.The checklist →

Every route, side by side

RouteTypeRequirementLeads to
Work In Nature (WIN) Extended Stay VisaDigital nomad$4,167/mo incomeTemporary residency
Citizenship by InvestmentInvestment$200,000 investmentDirect citizenship / passport

Digital nomad route to Dominica

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🇩🇲Work In Nature (WIN) Extended Stay Visa

$4,167/mo income

Digital nomad
Temporary residency18-mo permitFamily included
Entry barDemanding3 out of 5

Driven by a $4,167/mo income bar and no route onward to permanent residency.

Work In Nature (WIN) Extended Stay Visa requires expected income of min. US$50,000 over the next 12 months (~US$4,167/mo), or sufficient means to support applicant + family. Valid up to 18 months. Fees: US$100 application + US$800 visa (US$900 single / US$1,200 family). No income/capital-gains/dividend tax during stay; no residency/citizenship path (separate from Dominica's CBI investment program).

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Investment route to Dominica

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🇩🇲Citizenship by Investment

$200,000 investment

Investment
Direct citizenship / passportFamily included
Entry barDemanding3 out of 5

Driven by $200,000 of committed capital.

Cheapest Caribbean CBI: $200K donation to the Economic Diversification Fund, or $200K in approved real estate (3–5 yr hold). Citizenship in ~4–9 months, no residence requirement. Meets the harmonised $200K regional floor. Known for lower fees; enhanced due diligence (mandatory interview) since 2024.

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Moving to Dominica: FAQ

How many ways are there to move to Dominica?

This dataset tracks 2 residency or visa routes into Dominica as of 2026, across digital nomad, investment pathways. Each has its own income, investment, or heritage requirement.

Does Dominica have a digital nomad visa?

Yes — the Work In Nature (WIN) Extended Stay Visa lets remote workers live in Dominica. It requires about $4,167/month in income. Work In Nature (WIN) Extended Stay Visa requires expected income of min. US$50,000 over the next 12 months (~US$4,167/mo), or sufficient means to support applicant + family. Valid up to 18 months. Fees: US$100 application + US$800 visa (US$900 single / US$1,200 family). No income/capital-gains/dividend tax during stay; no residency/citizenship path (separate from Dominica's CBI investment program).

What's the lowest-income way to get residency in Dominica?

The most accessible income-based route is the Work In Nature (WIN) Extended Stay Visa at roughly $4,167/month. Requirements reset annually and move with exchange rates, so confirm the current figure with the official source before you apply.

Does moving to Dominica lead to a second passport?

Yes — at least one route to Dominica has a defined path to citizenship. The exact timeline and physical-presence rules vary by program; check each route's official source below.

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