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Grenada Digital Nomad Visa

Grenada · Latin America

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Min Monthly Income

$3,083.33

Application Fee

$1,500

Processing Time

2–2 wks

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

12 months

Path to Citizenship

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Overview

Grenada's Remote Employment Permit allows remote workers and freelancers to live and work legally for up to 1 year with tax-free foreign income, requiring a minimum annual income of $37,000 from outside Grenada.

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
NationalitySpecific countries only

Non-national (not a citizen of Grenada or OECS Protocol Member State)

Minimum Income$3,083.33 USD/month
Accepted Income SourcesRemote Work / Freelance, Business Income
Application Fee$1,500 USD
DependentsAllowed
Local Work PermittedNo
Local Income LimitMax 0% of total income
Permitted Employment Types1099 Contractor, Business Owner, Self-Employed
Health InsuranceRequired
Physical PresenceNot specified
Max Consecutive AbsenceNot specified
RenewableYes
Duration12 months
Leads to PRNo

Requirements Checklist

- **Identity Documents:**

- Certified copy of valid passport (6+ months beyond stay)

- Two passport-sized photographs (one certified by Notary Public or Justice of the Peace)

- For dependents: marriage/birth certificates proving relationship

- **Financial Proof:**

- 3-6 months bank statements showing minimum $3,083.33 USD/month ($37,000/year) from remote work/business outside Grenada

- Employment contracts, freelance agreements, or client letters confirming work for non-Grenada entities

- **Health:**

- Proof of valid international health insurance for full 12-month duration

- **Background:**

- Police certificate from countries of residence in preceding 12 months (no apostille or FBI check required)

- **Application:**

- Completed Remote Employment Permit Application Form (Schedule I)

- Payment receipt for $1,500 USD fee (individual) or adjusted for dependents

Note: No translations needed if in English; no COVID vaccination specified in structured data.

📍 Application location: Apply online through the official Grenada government portal at puregrenada.com/remote-employment-act. American passport holders can enter visa-free for short stays and apply or convert in-country, avoiding consulates. Some sources note embassy confirmation for remote work on tourist entry, but full permit requires formal submission.

Tax Information

Tax Regime:Territorial (foreign income exempt)

All foreign income is tax-free. No local income tax on foreign earnings. No social security contributions.

Work Permissions

·Local employment: Not permitted
·Permitted work types: 1099 Contractor, Business Owner, Self-Employed
·Accepted income sources: Remote Work / Freelance, Business Income
·Local income limit: Max 0% of total income from local sources

Application Steps

  1. 1

    📋 Verify eligibility and income

    1-2 days

  2. 2

    📄 Collect passport and photos

    1 day

  3. 3

    📄 Secure income and insurance proof

    3-7 days

  4. 4

    📄 Obtain police certificate

    1-2 weeks

  5. 5

    📋 Complete application form

    1 day

  6. 6

    📬 Submit application online

    Same day

  7. 7

    ⏳ Wait for approval

    2 weeks

  8. 8

    🏛️ Enter Grenada and register

    1-2 days

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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The minimum income requirement is $3,083.33 USD per month, equivalent to $37,000 annually, from remote work or business sources outside Grenada. Prove this with 3-6 months of bank statements showing consistent income above the threshold, employment contracts, or freelance agreements. Income must be generated entirely from non-Grenada entities with 0% local income allowed.
No, local work is not permitted under the Grenada Digital Nomad Visa. You can only engage in remote work or business for foreign entities, with a strict 0% local income limit. Violating this by working for Grenadian clients or companies will invalidate your visa status.
Yes, income can come from multiple foreign clients as contractors, self-employed, or business owners. The structured data allows remote_work and business income sources for contractor, owner, or self_employed employment types. Ensure total income meets $3,083.33 USD/month via combined proof like freelance agreements and bank statements.
Provide 3-6 months of bank statements showing consistent income over $3,083.33 USD/month, plus employment contracts, freelance agreements, or client letters confirming remote work for non-Grenada entities. All documents must demonstrate foreign-sourced income only. This is the standard evidence required per program guidelines.
Yes, dependents are allowed, including spouse and children. The application fee increases for families (e.g., $2,000 USD for individual plus up to 3 dependents, $200 per additional). Submit proof of relationship like marriage or birth certificates.
No, this visa does not lead to permanent residency. It is a 12-month renewable permit focused on temporary remote work, with no specified path to PR, years to PR, or citizenship. For PR, consider Grenada's separate Permanent Residence program after 2 years of lawful stay.
Processing time is 2 weeks. Submit a complete application through the official channel, and expect approval within 10 business days based on verified sources. Delays can occur if documents are incomplete.
Health insurance is required for the full duration of your stay. International coverage is accepted; no local policy is specified. Ensure it is valid from day one of your stay in Grenada.
Grenada has a territorial tax regime where all foreign income is tax-free with no local income tax on foreign earnings and no social security contributions. Holders are presumed non-residents for tax purposes. Confirm with a tax professional regarding your home country's rules.
No, a local bank account is not required. You can manage finances remotely with foreign accounts, as the visa focuses on proof of foreign income.
Grenadian citizens and nationals of OECS Protocol Member States are restricted and ineligible. You must be a non-national with clean background and meet all other criteria like income and insurance.

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At a Glance

Renewable✓ Yes
Dependents✓ Allowed
Leads to PR✗ No
Local Work✗ Not permitted
Health InsuranceRequired
NationalitySpecific countries only
Admin Ease1.8/5

Last verified: May 13, 2026

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