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Dominica’s Family-Friendly Citizenship—Who Can You Include?

Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment program welcomes families with open arms. This guide explains which family members—spouses, children, parents, and more—can be included in your application, ensuring your loved ones can enjoy the benefits of citizenship alongside you.

Dominica Citizenship by Investment: A Family Affair

One of the standout features of Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Program is the opportunity to include your entire family in the application. This means that not only do you gain a new passport, but your loved ones can enjoy the benefits of global mobility, healthcare, and education alongside you.

Here’s a closer look at who qualifies and how the process works.

 

Who Can Be Included in Your Application?

The program allows for a wide range of family members to apply alongside the main applicant. Here’s the breakdown:

  • Spouse: Your legal husband or wife is automatically included.

  • Dependent Children Under 18: Any children under the age of 18 can be included without needing to prove anything other than their relationship to you.

  • Dependent Children Between 18 and 30: If your children are between 18 and 30 years old, they can still be included, provided they are:

    • Full-time students at an educational institution.

    • Financially dependent on you (the primary applicant).

  • Dependent Parents and Grandparents Over 55: If you are financially supporting your parents or grandparents who are over 55, they can also join the application. Proof of dependency and financial support will be required.

This family-friendly approach ensures that multiple generations can enjoy the benefits of Dominica’s citizenship.

Children and Education

  • Children Under 18: If your children are under 18 and living with you, they automatically qualify as dependents.

  • Children Aged 18–30: Children in this age range can still be included if they meet two conditions:

    1. They are enrolled full-time in an educational institution.

    2. They remain financially dependent on the main applicant.

This feature is particularly useful for families with college-aged children who are still dependent on their parents financially.

 

Parents and Grandparents

Including older family members, like your parents or grandparents, is also possible. To qualify, they must be:

  • Over the age of 55.

  • Financially dependent on the primary applicant.

This is an important benefit for multi-generational families who want to ensure their elders are covered, especially when it comes to enjoying healthcare services and the freedom of travel that comes with Dominican citizenship.

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Who is Not Included?

While the program is designed to include a broad range of family members, there are certain relatives who do not qualify automatically:

  • Siblings, cousins, and adult children who are not enrolled in school are not eligible to apply under the main applicant’s citizenship.

If you want to include any of these extended family members, they will need to submit a separate application.

 

Process for Adding Family Members

To add family members to your application, you’ll need to provide documentation proving the relationship between you and each family member. Common documents include:

  • Marriage certificates for your spouse.

  • Birth certificates for children and parents.

  • School enrollment records for children aged 18 to 30.

  • Proof of financial support for parents and grandparents.

All family members included in your application will undergo the same due diligence checks as the main applicant. This ensures that the integrity of the program is maintained.

Benefits of Family Citizenship

When your entire family is granted citizenship, you all benefit from the same privileges. Here are some of the advantages:

  • Shared Visa-Free Travel: Enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries, including the EU, the UK, and many others.

  • Access to Healthcare and Education: As citizens, your family members will be able to use Dominica’s world-class healthcare system and access educational opportunities within the country.

  • Freedom to Live, Work, or Retire: With Dominica citizenship, you and your family can live, work, or retire in Dominica without restrictions. The island offers a peaceful environment, excellent natural resources, and a welcoming community.

  • Peace of Mind: Having a backup citizenship provides security in uncertain times, whether it’s for political, economic, or personal reasons. It ensures that your family has a safety net if needed.

 

Final Thoughts

Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Program isn’t just for the individual applicant—it’s designed with families in mind. Whether you’re looking to provide global mobility for your children, ensure your elderly relatives have access to healthcare, or enjoy a better lifestyle with your loved ones, this program offers a unique opportunity to secure a better future for the whole family.

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