Dominica · Skilled Worker Visa

CARICOM Skilled National (Other CARICOM States — Pre-Full-Movement Regime)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
5.8/10 diff
Challenging

For CARICOM nationals of states NOT in the 4-country full free movement bloc (e.g. Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Guyana, H…

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
Yes
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

For CARICOM nationals of states NOT in the 4-country full free movement bloc (e.g. Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Saint Kitts, Saint Lucia, Suriname, Trinidad). Implements right of free movement under the CARICOM Skilled Nationals Act. Reduced fee EC$250 vs EC$800 for non-CARICOM. 12-month renewable; transitions to indefinite stay if home state joins full free movement regime. | AUDIT 2026-06-10: years_to_citizenship removed (contradicted citizenship=false)

At a Glance

Visa Duration
12 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
Yes
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18+
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Family AllowedYes
Spouse Can WorkNo
Path to Permanent ResidencyYes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Roseau
Single (monthly)€732
Family (monthly)€1,450
Rent 1BR (center)€220
Groceries€200
Transport pass€12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CARICOM Skilled National (Other CARICOM States — Pre-Full-Movement Regime)?

For CARICOM nationals of states NOT in the 4-country full free movement bloc (e.g. Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Saint Kitts, Saint Lucia, Suriname, Trinidad). Implements right of free movement under the CARICOM Skilled Nationals Act. Reduced fee EC$250 vs EC$800 for non-CARICOM. 12-month renewable; transitions to indefinite stay if home state joins full free movement regime. | AUDIT 2026-06-10: years_to_citizenship removed (contradicted citizenship=false)

Can I bring my family on the CARICOM Skilled National (Other CARICOM States — Pre-Full-Movement Regime)?

Yes, this pathway allows family members including dependents.

Can the CARICOM Skilled National (Other CARICOM States — Pre-Full-Movement Regime) lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.

Are there alternative pathways to Dominica?

Yes. Dominica offers 4 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Dominica country page.

What is the cost of living in Dominica?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Roseau: €732/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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