EDF

In plain words

The EDF (Economic Diversification Fund) is Dominica’s state fund, into which the main non-refundable contribution under the citizenship by investment programme is paid. The fund contribution is the simplest and fastest route to a Dominican passport, an alternative to buying approved real estate.

The contribution starts from about $200,000 per family (the amount depends on the family composition and is periodically updated by the state). It is one of the most affordable programmes in the Caribbean in terms of cost. The money is non-refundable — a contribution to the island’s development, not an investment that can be recovered.

Dominica is valued for its reputation as a stable and respected programme with wide visa-free access. The EDF contribution is chosen by those for whom a reasonable budget and a reliable second passport matter, without having to tie up capital in real estate. The full cost is calculated with all fees and the due diligence check.

Where the EDF contribution applies

What matters about the EDF contribution

Where the EDF sits in the process

1. 01Preparing the file through an agent
2. 02Filing and due diligence
3. 03EDF contribution
4. 04Approval
5. 05Dominican passport

What you need to know

• The EDF is Dominica’s state fund for the CBI contribution
• The contribution is from $200,000 per family, non-refundable
• One of the most affordable Caribbean programmes
• A simple route — an alternative to real estate
• The full cost is calculated with fees and the check

Common mistakes

• ✕Counting only the contribution and forgetting the fees and the check
• ✕Expecting the contribution back — it is non-refundable
• ✕Underestimating the due diligence timeline
• ✕Not accounting for family composition in the calculation
• ✕Hiding a contentious episode — the check will find it

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