Now I have both a second passport and a share in a hotel.
Linda M
Private practice doctor , USA
PROFILE
Private practice doctor
Applicant
52 y.o.
goals
Client Requirements
Visa-free access to China
Economic and political stability
Situation
Our client Linda lives in New York. She has travelled extensively and is used to open borders: a US passport typically requires few visas. However, her son moved to China: he has been head of department at an international company in Shanghai for over four years, and recently had a daughter. US citizens require a visa to enter China, and the process became a frustrating challenge. Moreover, a visa agent warned Linda that it would likely become even harder in future due to increased tensions between the countries.
Solution: Grenada Citizenship
A childhood friend recommended Linda to contact Astons, having used our services a few years earlier to obtain Spanish residence by investment. We thoroughly analysed Linda’s situation, budget and goals. In addition to visa-free access to China, she wanted citizenship of a country with a comfortable climate and good quality of life – a place she could move to upon retirement or if political tensions increased.
Astons’ experts recommended Grenada’s investment citizenship programme. A Caribbean passport allows visa-free access to China, the process can be completed entirely remotely, and there is no requirement to reside in the country.
Grenada offers two investment routes to citizenship: a non-refundable contribution of $235,000 to the National Transformation Fund, or investment in real estate from $270,000 plus a government contribution of $50,000. The benefit of the second option is that the property can be sold after 5 years without losing the passport. We recommended Linda invest in one of the government-approved projects – a 5-star hotel by a reputable and well-known developer.
Steps to Obtaining Grenada Citizenship with Astons
1. Consultation with an Astons immigration specialist and preparation of the immigration case
Our experts explained the citizenship-by-investment process in detail and conducted a preliminary background check.
2. Choosing the investment option
Linda opted for the real estate route, selecting a share in a government-approved hotel project.
3. Document preparation and application submission
Astons’ experienced lawyers compiled the necessary list of documents and assisted with collection. The entire package was reviewed for compliance with programme requirements and sent to a licensed local agent in Grenada.
4. Application review and Due Diligence check
Linda’s case underwent a comprehensive Due Diligence background check to confirm the authenticity of the information and her eligibility under Grenada’s citizenship programme.
5. Receiving preliminary approval
Linda received written preliminary approval from the Government of Grenada.
An important advantage of all Caribbean programmes is that the main investment amount is made only after approval. This minimises the risk of financial loss. However, the applicant must demonstrate proof of funds and their legal origin.
6. Making the investment
After receiving approval, Linda completed her investment by acquiring a share in a five-star hotel in Grenada worth $270,000.
7. Receiving the passport
After completing all formalities, Linda took the oath of allegiance and received her certificate of naturalisation, confirming her citizenship, followed by her national ID card and passport. She did not need to visit the country to obtain citizenship.
Comparison of Citizenship-by-Investment Programmes
Program
Investment Threshold
Processing Time
Schengen Access
Physical Presence Requirement
Saint Lucia
Citizenship
from $240,000
10–12 months
None
None
Grenada
Citizenship
from $235,000
6 months
None
None
Dominica
Citizenship
from $200,000
4 months
None
None
Antigua & Barbuda
Citizenship
from $1
8 months
None
None
Turkey
Citizenship
from $400,000
8 months
None
None
Vanuatu
Citizenship
from $130,000
3 months
None
None
Nauru
Citizenship
from $90,000
3 months
None
None
Expenses
Property investment:
$270,000
Government contribution:
$50,000
Due Diligence fee:
$5,000
Processing fee:
$1,500
Application fee:
$1,500
Interview fee:
$1,500
Additional Costs:
Astons services
calculated individually
Total excluding additional expenses:
$329,000
Personalised Cost Breakdown for Program Participation
The second passport process took 11 months. Now Linda can visit her family in China at any time without applying for a visa.
She plans to spend one of the upcoming long weekends in Grenada to better explore the country she now calls her second home.
Why Grenada is the Best Solution
Visa-free access to 140+ countries worldwide
Second citizenship from $235,000 for a family of 4
Passports for the entire family, including spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and unmarried siblings
Fast processing through investment in from 10 months
No requirement to live in the country before or after obtaining citizenship
No taxes on global income, inheritance, or wealth
Access to the US E-2 visa
Real estate investment in hotel property with income potential and the option to sell after 5 years
Why Astons
We help clients around the world to obtain second citizenship or residency by investment quickly and effortlessly. Our experts handle all bureaucratic matters and find solutions even in the most complex cases, relying on deep expertise in international law and immigration regulations. Contact us for a free consultation — we’ll take care of the rest.
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