Moving to Dominica: taxes, residence and life
How to become tax resident in Dominica: personal, dividend and corporate tax, 2 residence programmes, tax-residency requirements and climate. Explore the basics and compare residence routes.
Taxes
In Dominica the top income tax rate is 35%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 25% corporate tax.
How to move and become tax resident
To become tax resident in Dominica you need at least 183 days a year (183 days in year). The typical route is Citizenship by Investment (EDF donation): US$200k Economic Diversification Fund (single) / ~US$250k family of 4, or approved real estate held 5 yrs + fees There are 2 open residence programmes in Dominica — see the list below.
Living there
Roseau has a tropical rainforest climate with winter highs around 29 °C and summer highs around 32 °C.
Key facts
| Top income tax | 35% |
|---|---|
| Dividend tax | — |
| Corporate tax | 25% |
| Skatterättslig hemvist | efter 183 dagar — 183 days in year |
| Er väg | Citizenship by Investment (EDF donation) — US$200k Economic Diversification Fund (single) / ~US$250k family of 4, or approved real estate held 5 yrs + fees |
| Klimattyp | tropical rainforest · 29° / 32° (Roseau) |
Residence programmes in Dominica
Active programmes
- Citizenship by Investment – Economic Diversification Fund — Investering CHF 160'000 · 2026-10
US partial entry suspension for Dominicans since 1 Jan 2026; UK visa required since 2023
- Citizenship by Investment – Approved Real Estate — Investering CHF 160'000 · 2026-10
US partial entry suspension for Dominicans since 1 Jan 2026; UK visa required since 2023
Plan your residence route
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need to spend in Dominica to become tax resident?
efter 183 dagar. 183 days in year Residents taxed up to 35%; CBI ≠ residence
How much tax will I pay in Dominica?
In Dominica the top income tax rate is 35%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 25% corporate tax.
Which residence programmes does Dominica offer?
Citizenship by Investment – Economic Diversification Fund (CHF 160'000); Citizenship by Investment – Approved Real Estate (CHF 160'000)
What is the usual way to move to Dominica?
Citizenship by Investment (EDF donation). US$200k Economic Diversification Fund (single) / ~US$250k family of 4, or approved real estate held 5 yrs + fees
Compare with nearby countries
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