Caribbean CBI Programs Set to Require 30-Day Residency
A significant change is on the horizon for Caribbean citizenship by investment (CBI) programs. A proposed 30-day residency requirement could fundamentally alter these popular routes to second citizenship, which have traditionally been praised for their speed and affordability.
Currently, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and St Kitts and Nevis offer CBI programs without enforcing a 30-day physical residency requirement. Antigua and Barbuda mandates only a 5-day stay within 5 years, while the other three nations have no residency requirements at all. However, this could soon change with the introduction of a new rule that requires investors to spend at least 30 days in the Caribbean within five years of approval.
This shift reflects a broader trend in CBI programs, moving away from being purely fast and easy toward becoming more credibility-driven. Investor attention is increasingly focusing on real estate, second homes, and lifestyle-based investments, seeking a tangible connection to the country. A donation or real estate investment alone will no longer be sufficient; applicants must demonstrate a commitment to their new home. This change signals a more legitimacy-focused, value-driven phase for Caribbean CBI programs.
Investors have a valuable window to begin their Caribbean citizenship journey under the current conditions before the 30-day rule takes effect. Obtaining a passport alone is no longer sufficient; investors now consider the value, flexibility, and long-term sustainability of the program. The proposed residency requirement aims to enhance the credibility and integrity of Caribbean CBI programs, ensuring they continue to attract discerning investors seeking a meaningful connection to their new home.
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