Grenada
Data updated Oct 14, 2026
Overall Score
60.9
Good
Avg. Rent (1BR)
$633
-63% vs US Avg
Safety Index
62.8
COL Index
36
Overall Score
60.9
GoodEstimated Cost
$1,511/mo
single person, incl. rent
Verdict
Best for retirees
based on our recommended destinations
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Please check the latest official travel advisory for Grenada before planning your trip.
U.S. Department of State, verified Aug 28, 2026
Grenada works for a specific kind of expat: someone with remote income in the $3,000 to $5,000 a month range, no interest in a passive-income retiree visa (there isn't one here), and enough flexibility to accept a smaller, slower-paced island economy in exchange for easy legal residency. The Grenada Digital Nomad Visa is the actual entry point, built around a stated income threshold of roughly $3,083 a month, and it's a real, usable visa rather than a loophole. If your income clears that bar and you don't need Grenada to be your tax home, it's workable. If you're chasing a retirement visa with health coverage built in, look elsewhere.
The marketing pitch is "affordable Caribbean living," and the real numbers only partly back that up. Budget around $1,075.60 a month for a single person's costs excluding rent, plus roughly $632.54 for a one-bedroom in the city center, putting a bare-bones solo budget near $1,708 before you add health insurance, flights home, or a vehicle. That's cheaper than Miami, but it's not cheap by regional standards, and the marketing rarely mentions that Grenada's island economy means imported goods, specialty food, and anything shipped in carries a markup you won't see in Numbeo's category averages.
The friction shows up in healthcare and logistics. The healthcare index here sits at 51.2, which is mediocre, and the practical fix locals and expats use is private insurance to access better facilities, meaning you're paying for a second layer of coverage on top of whatever US-based plan you keep. The safety index at 62.8 is fine but not exceptional for day-to-day comfort. Internet is a genuine bright spot at roughly 149 Mbps average, so remote work logistics aren't the problem. English proficiency is high, which removes a layer of friction most Caribbean and Latin American countries don't offer, but inter-island shipping delays, limited specialist medical care, and a thin selection of goods are the tradeoffs for small-island living.
For a US expat, the tax picture is straightforward on paper. Grenada does not have an income tax treaty with the United States, which may result in potential double taxation. Grenada's own tax brackets run 0% up to EC$36,000, 15% up to EC$60,000, and 30% above that with no upper limit, but capital gains for individuals are not taxed, and a 15% withholding tax applies to dividends (and interest, royalties) paid to non-residents. On the US side, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion for 2026 sits at $132,900, with a foreign housing exclusion base of $21,264 and a cap of $39,870, both useful if you're earning employment or self-employment income while physically present in Grenada and meet the bona fide residence or physical presence test. None of this eliminates US filing obligations, and you still owe US tax on passive income the FEIE doesn't touch, but a remote worker on the digital nomad visa can use the exclusion limits to reduce their US tax liability, though the absence of a tax treaty means they should plan carefully.
Grenada vs. the Caribbean average
Scores out of 10, shown as the gap between Grenada and the average of the 12 other countries in Caribbean. 6 clear strengths, 0 clear gaps.
- Safety+2.4
- Internet Speed+2.0
- English Speaking+1.8
- Residency Pathway+0.9
- Cost of Living+0.8
- Public Transport+0.7
- Healthcare+0.1
- Expat Community-0.1
- Tax Friendliness-0.3
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Recommended Destinations in Grenada
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- Capital
- St. George's
- Official Language
- English
- Time Zone
- UTC-04:00
- Region
- Latin America
- Population
- 112,519
- Healthcare Index
- 51.2
- Internet Speed
- 149.05 Mbps
- Climate Zones
- tropical
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🏙️ Top Cities in Grenada
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CoL Index: 36
Est. Total: ~$1,700/mo
CoL Index: 36
Est. Total: ~$1,323/mo
CoL Index: 69
Est. Total: ~$2,402/mo
How far does $2,000 go in Grenada?
With a monthly budget of $2,000, you can live comfortably in Grenada. After accounting for an average rent of $$633, you have approximately $1,367remaining for daily expenses.
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⚕️ Healthcare System
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Quality & Affordability:
Grenada's public healthcare system offers free or low-cost services but may lack specialized care and resources. Private health insurance is available and often used to access better facilities and services. Private healthcare provides higher quality services at a cost.
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🛂 Visa & Residency Pathways
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General Overview
Available Visa Types:
Process & Requirements:
Grenada has a very 'clear' and accessible system, primarily because of its well-known Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program. This allows an individual to obtain full citizenship directly by either making a significant non-refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund (starting at $150,000) or by investing in government-approved real estate (starting at $220,000). This bypasses the traditional residency route entirely and provides a passport in a matter of months. For those not pursuing the CBI route, standard residence permits are available based on employment or proof of independent means, but the CBI program is the main draw.
The process is highly efficient and managed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit. The speed and clarity of this pathway earn Grenada a very high score (URL: https://www.cbi.gov.gd/).
Residency & Citizenship Notes:
The pathway to citizenship is exceptionally 'clear' and fast through the CBI program. A key benefit of Grenadian citizenship is that it allows for dual citizenship, so renunciation of a previous nationality is not required. Furthermore, Grenadian citizens have visa-free access to many countries, including China, Russia, and the UK, and are eligible to apply for the E-2 investor visa to the USA, a unique advantage. This makes the Grenadian passport one of the most powerful offered through a CBI program.
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🧳 Tourist & Short-Stay Information
Extension Notes
Extensions beyond the initial stay can be requested at the Immigration Department headquarters in St. George's. Source: Royal Grenada Police Force Immigration Department.
General Visa Notes
US citizens do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. A valid passport and return or onward ticket are required.
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🌴 Retirement / Passive Income Visa
This country does not have a dedicated retirement visa, but the following notes provide guidance on pathways for retirees.
Income Notes
Grenada does not offer a retirement visa based on passive income. The primary path to long-term residency for non-CARICOM nationals is through the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program or by obtaining a standard residence permit, which typically requires a local sponsor.
Official Source: https://www.grenadaimmigration.gd/
Health Insurance Notes
Grenada does not offer a retirement visa based on passive income. The main route for long-term residency is the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, which does not have a specific health insurance requirement for the application itself.
Official Source: https://www.grenadaimmigration.gd/
💻 Digital Nomad Visa
Income Notes
Grenada offers a digital nomad visa for individuals who have an annual income of at least $37,000 USD. The visa is valid for one year and can be renewed for an additional year. Applicants must have valid health insurance. Source: Government of Grenada.
Tax Notes
Grenada operates a territorial tax system, meaning income earned from outside of Grenada is not taxed. This applies to digital nomad visa holders, making it a tax-free destination for remote work income. Source: Inland Revenue Division of Grenada.
📈 Investor Visa
Investment Details
Investment Options & Notes
This is a direct citizenship program. The lowest cost option is a $150,000 non-refundable contribution to the National Transformation Fund (NTF). A real estate option is also available, requiring a minimum purchase of $220,000 in a government-approved project.
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Path to Citizenship
Citizenship Notes
The program grants citizenship directly, typically within 3-6 months, without any residency requirement. Grenada allows dual citizenship and is one of the few CBI countries with visa-free access to China. Source: Grenada Citizenship by Investment Act, 2013.
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🛡️ Safety & Stability
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Safety Notes:
Crime Rate: Low. Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and theft, can occur in urban areas, particularly in St. George's and other major cities.
Types of Crime: Street crime, burglaries, and occasional violent incidents. Organized crime is limited.
Kidnapping Risk: Very low; incidents are rare and typically not targeted at foreigners.
🏦 Taxation & Finance
🏦 Tax Snapshot
FEIE Interaction
FTC Utility: medium
Grenada's top marginal income tax rate is 30% on income above EC$60,000 (~USD 22,200), with a middle 15% band from EC$36,000-60,000. For US expats earning above the FEIE limit, the 30% top rate generates usable foreign tax credits against US tax liability; below that, the FEIE typically covers earned income more efficiently. No capital gains tax means no FTC is available on investment gains.
Presence Day Count Notes
The 330-day physical presence test can be satisfied in Grenada with no special restrictions. US citizens residing in Grenada full-time typically qualify under bona fide residence given Grenada's straightforward residency rules (183-day domestic residency threshold).
FBAR Trigger Notes
FBAR filing is required if aggregate balances in Grenada financial accounts exceed USD 10,000 at any point during the calendar year. Common institutions include RBTT/Republic Bank and local credit unions. FATCA and CRS reporting both apply. No special FBAR complications beyond standard rules.
401k/IRA Treatment
Pension Income
Foreign pension income received by Grenada tax residents is assessable income under the 3-tier scale: first EC$36,000 exempt, 15% from EC$36,001-60,000, 30% above EC$60,000.
Locally TaxedSocial Security
No US-Grenada tax treaty exists. US Social Security benefits received by a Grenada tax resident could be treated as taxable income under domestic rules and the standard exemption/bracket structure, though enforcement on foreign-sourced retirement income is limited in practice.
Locally TaxedRoth Distributions
Roth distributions are a return of post-tax capital and would generally not constitute taxable income under Grenada's domestic income tax base in most circumstances, though there is no treaty confirmation of this treatment given the absence of a US-Grenada tax treaty.
Not Taxed LocallyUS 401k/IRA Distributions
Grenada has no tax treaty with the United States. US retirement distributions received by a Grenada tax resident would be assessed under the standard 3-tier scale: first EC$36,000 (~USD 13,300) exempt, 15% from EC$36,001-60,000, 30% above EC$60,000.
Locally TaxedCapital Gains Tax
Reconfirmed for 2026: Grenada imposes no capital gains tax on individuals or corporations. Gains from asset disposals (including real estate, securities) are not taxed. Grenada's Income Tax Act and Ministry of Finance guidance describe a personal allowance of EC$36,000, with 15% applying to the next EC$24,000 of taxable income (to EC$60,000) and 30% above EC$60,000 — capital gains are outside the scope of this income tax base entirely.
No capital gains tax exists in Grenada for individuals or companies. Grenada's tax base for individuals is wages, business profits, rentals, royalties, interest, and similar income items per the Income Tax Act; gains from disposal of capital assets fall outside this base.
Dividend Tax Rate
Reconfirmed for 2026: dividends paid by Grenadian companies to residents are not subject to further personal income tax once corporate tax has been paid (no withholding on payments to Grenada tax residents). A 15% withholding tax applies to dividends (and interest, royalties) paid to non-residents, per Grenada Inland Revenue Division guidance.
exempt
Rate: 0.0%
Dividends received by resident individuals from Grenadian companies are exempt from further income tax; no withholding applies to residents.
withholding
Rate: 15.0%
Withholding tax of 15% applies to dividends (and interest/royalties) paid to non-residents.
Tax Treaties Notes:
Grenada does not have an income tax treaty with the United States, which may result in potential double taxation for U.S. citizens residing there.
Retiree Tax Benefits:
Grenada has no special retiree visa or tax program. U.S. citizens must comply with U.S. tax obligations on their global income.
Cost Savings vs. U.S.:
Grenada offers a low cost of living compared to the United States, with variations depending on lifestyle and location.
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☀️ Climate & Environment
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😊 Quality of Life
Cultural Amenities:
Museums & Cultural Institutions
The Grenada National Museum showcases cultural artifacts and stories from the island's vibrant past.
Performing Arts
Grenada hosts various cultural events featuring music, dance, and traditional performances.
Cultural Festivals
Grenada's cultural festivals include chocolate fests and music carnivals celebrating the island's heritage.
Culinary Culture
Grenadian cuisine is influenced by the island's diverse cultural heritage, featuring dishes like oil down and various seafood specialties.
🌐 Infrastructure & Connectivity
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Internet Reliability:
Grenada provides decent internet connectivity with moderate speeds and improving infrastructure.
Speed & Quality: Fixed broadband averages 149.05 Mbps with expanding fiber networks and good mobile coverage.
Availability: Good coverage in St. George's and major areas, decent connectivity across the main island.
Cost: Moderate pricing, around $40-70/month for higher-speed residential plans.
Reliability for Remote Work: Moderately suitable for remote work with generally stable connections, though occasional service interruptions may occur.
Transportation Network:
Grenada has adequate transportation infrastructure for its small size with tourism-focused improvements.
Roads: Good road network connecting major areas of the island.
Rail: No railway system due to small size.
Domestic Travel: Single international airport; most domestic transport is by road or boat to offshore islands.
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