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The Grenada passport provides access to visa-free travel around the world. Visa-free countries include Singapore, Hong Kong, and Schengen countries. Citizens have the right to obtain a US E-2 visa, which is not available to residents of many states. At the same time, the residency of this country allows one to profitably optimize personal taxes.
The validity period is 5 years, after which an individual should apply for an extension. Since 2023, the government has been providing a biometric passport that provides higher security of personal data and accuracy of identification.
Like most international ID cards, Grenada's passport is dark blue with a golden coat of arms. A distinctive feature is that the document spells out the national motto – "Always aware of God, we strive forward, build and develop as one people."
How to get a Grenada passport
Only a citizen of the country can obtain an ID card. Accordingly, it is necessary to obtain residency. There are several ways for foreigners to obtain citizenship:
- By the right of "land" and "blood".
- Based on marriage.
- By naturalization.
- By Investment.
Each of the programs provides individual requirements for the candidate. The number of basic conditions includes:
- Age of majority.
- No criminal record.
- Proof of the legality of the invested funds.
- Absence of serious diseases and provision of medical certificates.
- The investor is not included in international sanctions lists.
- No denial of entry to countries that have a visa waiver agreement with Grenada, including the United States and Canada.
If the applicant meets the basic requirements and wishes to contribute to the economy or public life of the country, he/she can submit a relevant application to the Citizenship Committee. If false, inaccurate information is provided, the government will reject the application of any candidate.
How get Grenada Citizenship
Each of the available programs is suitable, provided that they meet the requirements. However, it should be borne in mind that it is possible to obtain the passport of a Grenada citizen through investments only through licensed migration agents. At the same time, a personal visit by the applicant to the country is not necessary.
The step-by-step procedure for obtaining residency is as follows:
The right to participate will be determined by the current package of documents and application forms.
In accordance with the terms of the selected program, a file is prepared and duly legalized by a notary.
Current passport application forms are available on the official website of the Government of Grenada.
Depending on the method of application, the base cost is determined. The current rules allow the person to process and pay for the accelerated processing of the application.
Authorized state bodies process the application and carefully analyze the submitted package of documents.
After receiving a positive verdict, the applicant must pass an interview and fill out a form to obtain a passport.
The processing time of the application depends on the workload of government agencies. As a rule, the period does not exceed 2-3 weeks. For an additional fee of $50, the application process can be sped up.
Grenada Citizenship Act
The right of citizens to obtain a passport is determined by the Law "On Citizenship" of 1976 and its current changes for 2024. In turn, the Act is governed by the Grenada Constitution of 1973. The criteria for granting citizenship status are defined in accordance with this legislative framework.
Legislation and government initiatives allow foreign persons and their family members to obtain Grenada residency in several ways. The fastest was the passport-for-investment program, which is regulated by Law No.15 of 2024. It allows a person to contribute to the National Transformation Fund with a sum from $150,000 to finance government projects and purchase real estate.
Passport documents
The checklist of documents to be submitted to the Grenada Migration Service may vary on a case-by-case basis. The basic list includes:
- Completed application form.
- CV of the main applicant and family members (if applicable).
- A certified passport copy.
- 20 passport size photos.
- Original and certified copy of marriage certificate (if applicable).
- Original and certified copy of birth/adoption certificate (if applicable).
- Police clearance certificate.
- Certificate of medical examination.
- Copies of documents on education.
- Evidence of residence in the country.
- Extracts from banks for 12 months to confirm financial solvency.
The package of documents must be notarized and apostilled in accordance with the requirements of local legislation.
How much does a Grenada passport cost?
Since there are several residency programs in the country, it is safe to divide them into paid and free. In particular, the popular investment program allows one to obtain a Grenada passport by investing in the National Transformation Fund (NTF) or buying real estate.
The table shows an example of the registration fees and dues charged depending on the personal circumstances of the applicant.
| Category | Fee amount |
| Administration fees | from $105 to $250 |
| Investor Registration Fee | $1,500 |
| Trustworthiness verification | $5,000 |
| One applicant (for investment in NTF) | $150,000 |
| Couple + 2 children (for investment in NTF) | $200,000 |
| Real estate investment (4 family members) | $350,000 |
| Fee for the purchase of real estate | $50,000 |
| Each additional family member | $25,000 |
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