Grenada has long been one of the most attractive Caribbean CBI programs, prized for its flexibility, family inclusion rules, and unique access to the U.S. E-2 Investor Visa. That flexibility is about to change in one important way.

Grenada’s government has confirmed a new physical presence requirement: investors and their family members will be required to spend at least 30 days in Grenada within the first five years after receiving citizenship. The new rules are expected to come into force between April and June 2026, following a delay caused by the dissolution of St Lucia’s Parliament and subsequent regional elections. This physical presence requirement fits into a broader regional pattern — Caribbean governments are moving toward closer post-approval monitoring, biometric verification, and demonstrable ties to the issuing country, rather than the largely hands-off relationship investors have enjoyed in the past.

For families who value a fully remote, low-obligation citizenship process, this is meaningful news. Applications submitted and approved before the new rule takes effect are expected to proceed under the current, more flexible framework — but that window is closing fast, with implementation expected within months.

If Grenada has been on your shortlist because of its E-2 visa access, real estate flexibility, or family-friendly eligibility rules, now is the time to move. Our team can help you submit a complete, compliant application well ahead of the deadline, so your family secures citizenship under today’s terms rather than tomorrow’s added requirements. Reach out today to start the process.