Economic Citizenship, Dual Citizenship, Second Passport Services in Dominica provided by Safe Haven Offshore Ltd.

Economic Citizenship / Second Passport

Safe Haven Offshore Ltd. is authorised by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica to process applications for Economic Citizenship (Second Passports).

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Dominica is a democratic country with freely elected representatives. The system of law is based on the English legal system. The Prime Minister is Roosevelt Skerrit. Learn more about Dominica here.

Dual Citizenship / Second Passports may be desired for a number of reasons, including security or as part of tax planning. At the present time the only means of obtaining Dominican citizenship is through the direct cash contribution.

Jurisdictions Offering Economic Citizenship

Only the Commonwealth of Dominica in the Eastern Caribbean and St. Kitts & Nevis now offer economic citizenship or dual citizenship as it is also known. Some people include Austria but the investment requires millions of dollars and is out of the reach of the ordinary citizen.

St. Kitts & Nevis

Second Citizenship in St. Kitts & Nevis requires investment in an Approved Government project of US$350,000. This usually involves buying land in a designated project and can be very expensive as there are additional purchase costs, namely conveyance fees. In addition the following fees are payable:

US$ 35,000 for the main applicant
US$ 15,000 for the spouse
US$ 15,000 for any dependent children below the age of 18
US$ 35,000 for any dependent and unmarried children older than 18 but younger than 25.
Children over 18 years but below 25 must be in a full time learning institution and fully supported by parents.
US$ 3,500 due diligence fee per person who is older than 16 included in the application.

Benefits of the Dominica Economic Citizenship

The Dominica programme is easier and cheaper than the St. Kitts and Nevis programme.
There is no investment in any specific project in Dominica.
As a Dominican citizen you have exactly the same rights as a Dominican by birth.
If you decide to purchase property at a later date you will not have to pay the 10% Alien Land Holding License Fee which foreigners have to pay.
You will pay the same taxes as a Dominican by birth.
You can reside in most Caricom countries
You have visa free travel to the Commonwealth countries (other than the USA and Canada). See list below:

Visa Free Travel

VISA Free Entry List for Dominican Passport Holders

Anguilla
Antigua & Barbuda
Aruba
The Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
British Virgin Islands
Brunei
Cape Verde Islands
Cayman Islands
Columbia
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Dominican Republic
El Salvador
Fiji
Gibraltar

Grenada & The Grenadines
Guyana
Haiti
Hong Kong
Jamaica
Korea (South)
Leeward Islands
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Montserrat
Mauritius
Namibia
Netherland Antilles
Panama
Peru
Philippines

Samoa (Western)
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent & The
Grenadines
Seychelles
Singapore
Solomon Islands
Tanzania
Tonga
Turks & Caicos
Tuvalu
Trinidad & Tobago
United Kingdom
Vanuatu
Venezuela
Zambia

Taxation

Most importantly Dominican citizens are not taxed to the hilt. There are no

Death Duties
Estate Taxes
Inheritance Tax
Capital Gains tax

In these troubled times when the banking system world-wide seems to be in chaos you can if you wish, at whatever time you wish, invest in property and grow your money without fear.

Second Citizenship can therefore form a critical part of your Estate planning. This used to be the preserve of the very wealthy but with Inheritance tax in many countries hitting the middle classes because of the value of the family home, second citizenship can play a vital role in tax planning.

Types of Citizenship

Family Option

A family of four (Investor, spouse and two children under 18): US $100,000

Additional children under 18: US $15,000.00

Children between 18 and 21: US $25,000.00

Single Option

Where the Applicant is the sole applicant for citizenship whether or not he is married, the direct cash contribution which he will be required to make is US $75,000.

Economic Citizenship in Dominica is Safe and Easy

Why Choose Safe Haven Offshore - Money Back Guarantee

We have a money back guarantee.
Your business is important to us so your case will be dealt with by a qualified lawyer not a clerk whilst lawyers fees are charged. This means any problems are identified early in the process and dealt with. You will get all the support and assurance you need. We provide a personal service;
Once you pass the due diligence test if your application is refused the Government refunds your investment and we will give you back our fee. Beware of any Agent guaranteeing 100% success.
Before you send any money we will let you know the cost of the due diligence;
Once you pass the due diligence if your application is refused for reasons beyond our control Government refunds your investment and we will give you back our fee. Beware of any Agent guaranteeing 100% success. At the end of the day the decision which lies with the interviewing panel is discretionary.
Confidential Service;
We recognise this can be a sensitive issue depending on the part of the world you live. We would never reveal your business to your country of origin.

Duration of Passport

Passport is valid for 10 years and can be renewed very easily.
For children under sixteen it is valid for five years.
Information on applying for a Dominican Passport can be found on the Government website.

How to Apply for Citizenship/Second Passport

Documents you will need to provide:

A letter of Application addressed to the Minister of Legal Affairs which we will advise you on.
Certified copies of passports
Certified copy of Birth Certificates for all members of the family from place of residence and birth if different
Marriage Certificate or Dissolution of Marriage where required
Police Record, with fingerprints, from country of birth and country of residence (if different) for each applicant sixteen (16) years and older.
Police Clearance or Criminal History Certificate. In the U.S., persons need to apply to the FBI directly for a criminal history report. Information to do this can be found on the following website: http://www.fbi.gov/hq/cjisd/fprequest.htm
One (1) professional reference
Two (2) personal references. Referees should have known the investor for 5 years or more.
Recommendation from applicants’ banker.
Letter of employment.
If you own your own business, an audited financial statement.
Letter of recommendation from the head of the school/university for children between 16 and 18 years old.
Detailed Business Background Reports: A C.V. or resume and any other relevant biographical profile information (please note: for retired persons, a detailed work history including employers, locations, positions and dates held, including any self-employment, is still required).
If applicant has their own business, copies of incorporation or other business registration documents (may include the following, if applicable -- corporate registration information, commercial license, commercial registration, registration of shareholders, business license, etc.).
Most recent Income Tax Return
Notarized copies of University/College Diplomas
Eight (8) passport size photos for each applicant. Note: Passport photographs should be 2-1/2 inches by 2 inches.
Affidavit from investor declaring source of funds
Statutory Declaration
Medical Certificate including HIV report (See Form Below)
Notarized Disclosure Form (See Form Below)
Two (2) completed and notarized copies of Application Form 12 for each applicant. (See Form Below)
Documents should not pre-date application by more than three months.

Due Diligence

You will have to pay for due diligence.

These costs range from US$5,000 upwards. The cost varies according to

i) where you have resided,

ii) the number of countries in which you have resided,

iii) your county of birth,

iv) number of family members.

We can get a quotation for you before you send any money.

Interviews

All applicants will be required to undertake an interview which will be conducted in Anse Bateau English. No interpreters will be allowed.

Interviews take place in Dominica and are held on the second and last Fridays of the month.

If the investor is unable to travel to Dominica and wishes to have his interview conducted overseas, interviews can be conducted at the British High Commission in London or in New York. The investor would be required to pay US$3,000 plus the full cost of hotel, airfare and Per Diem for three members of the interview panel.

While it is possible to get interviews outside of Dominica if you cannot travel to the country, we believe it is a good idea to visit Dominica so that when using the passport you are more knowledgeable about the country.

In no circumstances will an interview be waived.

The whole process takes approximately six weeks from the date of receipt of due diligence report provided all the correct documentation has been supplied.

The Interview

What questions will I be asked?

The questions asked at interview will be within the following categories:

Personal information and eligibility for citizenship.
Reason for seeking Dominican citizenship and how you feel you can contribute to the social and economic growth of Dominica.
Allegiance to Dominica.

See our FAQ page for answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the interview process.

Fees for Citizenship Application

Government Fees

Application Fee of US$1,000 per investor (Non-refundable)

Processing Fee of US$200 per applicant (Non-refundable)

Naturalization Fee of US$550 plus US$15 stamps per applicant

Naturalization Certificate US$5.50

Passport US$38

Due Diligence Fees depend on your individual circumstances such as where you reside and countries you have lived in. The range is somewhere between US$5,000.00 and US$10,000.00 but we will ascertain this before we start.