How To Get a Grenada Passport in 2026

Grenada’s citizenship by investment programme has stayed open while many others adjusted their rules and review standards. Over the last few years the focus has been on tighter checks, clearer pricing and more predictable processing. For applicants planning ahead to 2026, the route is well defined but preparation now plays a bigger role than speed. This article looks at how the Grenada passport route works for 2026 and how to approach it in practice.

Recent context and what to expect in 2026

Grenada is part of the group of Caribbean programmes that agreed to common standards on pricing, due diligence and information sharing. Instead of redesigning its system, Grenada has refined it. The result is a programme with fewer grey areas and more consistency across applications.

Going into 2026, applicants should expect stable thresholds, mandatory interviews and a strong focus on background and funding checks. The authorities are clear about what they expect to see and less tolerant of gaps or late explanations. That makes early planning important, especially for families or business owners with complex finances.

Which two routes lead to Grenada citizenship?

Grenada offers two legal routes to citizenship by investment, both leading to the same passport.

The first route is a non refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund. Under current rules, the minimum qualifying contribution for a single applicant is USD 235,000, which reflects the harmonised regional standards. Family applications increase based on the number and type of dependents included.

The second route is investment into an approved real estate project. The qualifying investment level is typically USD 270,000 in a government approved development, with additional government fees. A holding period applies. Properties can usually be resold after five years, or earlier in some cases if sold to a non citizenship buyer, depending on project terms.

In practice, the contribution route suits applicants who want a clean and predictable structure. The real estate route is often chosen by those who prefer an asset backed option and are comfortable with holding periods and resale timing.

Are there additional costs beyond the investment to consider?

The headline investment figure is only part of the overall cost. Applicants should also budget for government processing fees, due diligence fees, mandatory interview fees and professional costs.

Due diligence fees apply to each adult applicant and some fees apply to children above certain ages. Family applications therefore rise steadily in cost as dependents are added.

For real estate applicants, it’s also sensible to factor in ownership costs during the holding period and to be realistic about resale. These projects are designed first to meet citizenship criteria, not as open market property investments.

How long does the Grenada citizenship process usually take?

Most Grenada applications are processed within four to six months from the date a complete application file is submitted. Timing depends on how clear the documents are, how well the funding trail is explained and whether any follow up questions arise during review.

Applications prepared carefully from the outset tend to stay within this range. Delays often come from missing documents, inconsistent information or unclear source of funds explanations rather than from the authorities themselves.

Which family members are eligible to be included in the application?

Grenada allows family applications, with each person assessed individually against eligibility rules. A main applicant can include a spouse and dependent children. Children are usually eligible if they are under 18, or under 30 if they are in full time education and financially dependent on the main applicant.

Dependent parents or grandparents can also be included if they meet age and dependency thresholds. This normally requires showing that the parent relies on the main applicant for financial support, supported by bank records and declarations.

Each dependent is reviewed separately, so eligibility and documentation should be checked carefully before submission, especially where adult dependents are involved.

Due diligence and interviews explained simply

Due diligence is a central part of the Grenada process. It focuses on identity, personal and business background, reputation and the origin of funds used for the investment.

Applicants are required to attend a remote interview. This usually covers personal history, current activities and how investment funds were generated. The interview is not adversarial. It’s a consistency check.

Preparation is practical rather than complex. Applicants should be able to explain their background in clear terms and ensure it matches the documents submitted. When information lines up, interviews are generally straightforward.

Source of funds in practical terms

Source of funds means showing how the investment money was earned and how it moved into the account used for the investment.

Employment income is supported with contracts, payslips and bank statements. Business income is supported with financial statements, dividend records or sale agreements. Asset sales are backed by contracts and proof of proceeds.

What reviewers look for is a clear and logical trail. When that trail is easy to follow, applications tend to progress without difficulty.

What key documents need to be prepared early?

Applicants should expect to provide passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates where relevant and police clearance certificates from applicable jurisdictions.

Financial documents include bank reference letters and records supporting income and assets. Business owners are usually asked for company documents that reflect their ownership and role.

Some documents must be legalised or apostilled. Since this can take time, starting document collection early helps keep the process on track.

What benefits does a Grenada passport offer?

A Grenada passport provides visa free or visa on arrival access to more than 140 destinations, including the Schengen Area, the UK and China. Travel access can change, so the value lies in flexibility rather than any fixed list.

Grenada is also one of the few Caribbean countries whose citizens are eligible to apply for the US E 2 investor visa. This does not come automatically with citizenship, but it is often a key reason families and business owners consider Grenada.

There is no requirement to live in Grenada before or after approval. Citizenship can be passed to future children, which many families see as a long term planning benefit.

How The Knightsbridge Group can help

With over ten years advising international businesses and families, The Knightsbridge Group supports clients across the UAE and worldwide. We help clients assess whether a Grenada passport fits their wider plans and guide the process from initial review through to citizenship approval.

Our combined legal, tax and immigration expertise means citizenship planning is handled alongside structuring, succession and compliance considerations. We work closely with authorised agents, banks, trustees, regulators and legal partners to keep applications clear, consistent and well prepared.

To review your current arrangements or plan new strategies, contact info@kbgroup.ae