GrenadaCitizenship by marriage

Citizenship by marriage in Grenada

Grenada grants citizenship to foreign nationals married to Grenadian citizens. There are separate routes depending on whether the spouse is a citizen by birth or by naturalisation. The marriage must be genuine and valid, with the written consent of the Grenadian spouse. All applications are processed by the Department of Home Affairs in the Prime Minister's Office of Grenada. The citizenship obtained is lifelong and allows you to work in Grenada without charge.

Visa term

Citizenship is granted for life.

Work

A Grenadian citizen works without a work permit — it is only needed by foreign employees.

There is no need to go through permanent residence separately.

Source: Embassy of Grenada — Applying for Citizenship

Two routes depending on the spouse's status

Grenada grants citizenship through marriage with different requirements depending on whether the spouse is a citizen by birth or obtained citizenship through naturalisation.

For the spouse of a Grenadian citizen by birth

A separate application form (Schedule-2-Regulation-4)
Its own list of required documents
Processed by the Department of Home Affairs

For the spouse of a Grenadian citizen by naturalisation

A separate application form (Schedule-2-Regulation-4)
Different documentary requirements
Processed by the Department of Home Affairs

When the programme will not suit you

The marriage was entered into solely to obtain citizenship

Consult an immigration lawyer to assess the risk of refusal

The spouse is not a Grenadian citizen

The citizenship by investment programme, or naturalisation after a period of residence

There is no written consent from the spouse

Obtain the required document before filing the application

Documents to gather

The required documents may differ depending on the route. The list below is based on the consular instructions.

Applicant's valid passport (original and copy)
Valid passport of the Grenadian spouse
Applicant's birth certificate (original and certified copy)
Marriage certificate (original and certified copy)
Letter of consent from the Grenadian spouse
Criminal-record certificates from every country of residence for more than a year
Medical certificate on the state of health
Photographs 4x6 cm (usually four certified copies)
Evidence of living together and of the genuineness of the marriage
Spouse's certificate of citizenship (for a citizen by naturalisation)

How the process runs

The procedure for filing and considering an application for citizenship by marriage.

1
Downloading the documents and instructions
1-2 weeks
Obtain the instructions specific to your route (spouse a citizen by birth or by naturalisation) and form Schedule-2-Regulation-4 from a Grenadian embassy or consulate.
2
Preparing and collecting the documents
2-4 weeks
Collect all the required documents, including certified copies, criminal-record certificates and the medical examination, in line with the list in the instructions.
3
Undergoing the medical examination
1-2 weeks
Undergo a medical examination covering a chest X-ray, tests for infectious diseases and a vaccination certificate.
4
Filing the application and documents
1 day
Submit the completed Schedule-2-Regulation-4 form together with all the required documents to a Grenadian embassy or consulate, or send it by post to Grenada's Department of Home Affairs.
5
Consideration of the application by the Department of Home Affairs
6 to 12 months
The application is considered by the Department of Home Affairs, Prime Minister's Office of Grenada. During this period additional documents or clarifications may be required. The medical report is requested after the initial check of the application.
6
Undergoing the medical examination in Grenada
1-2 weeks
If the application is approved for further processing, the applicant may be invited to undergo an additional medical examination at the laboratory of Grenada's General Hospital.
7
Receiving the decision and the passport
1-2 months
Once the application is finally approved, a Grenadian passport is issued. How long this takes depends on the workload of the Prime Minister's Office.

Who you can bring with you

Information on whether family members can apply together with the main applicant.

Applicant's minor children

They may be included in the application with the appropriate documentation. The consent of both parents and the children's birth documents are required.

Adult children (18 and over)

They must file a separate application for citizenship by marriage if they too are married to Grenadian citizens, or consider other routes.

Applicant's parents

They must file separate applications for naturalisation as dependants where applicable, under a separate procedure.

Renewal and the grace period

Grenadian citizenship obtained through marriage is granted for an indefinite period (for life) and does not need to be renewed. The passport must be renewed under the ordinary passport renewal procedures in force in Grenada (usually every 10 years).

How it differs from the routes next to it

The comparison is built from the official terms of the routes themselves — the source links sit on their own pages.

	Citizenship by marriage	Work permit	Citizenship by descent
Visa term	Citizenship is granted for life	The renewal application is filed three months before the current permit expires	Citizenship is granted for life
Money	Fee of XCD 1000 plus XCD 5.10 for translation	Application fee USD 100	Fee of XCD 250 plus XCD 5.10 for translation
Work	A Grenadian citizen works without a work permit — it is only needed by foreign employees	Gives the right to work for a specific employer	A Grenadian citizen works without a work permit — it is only needed by foreign employees

What comes next: permanent residence and citizenship

Route to citizenship

Applications are considered by the Prime Minister's Office in Grenada, not by embassies. The medical report is requested only after the applicant has been checked; the tests are taken at the laboratory of the General Hospital.

Frequently asked questions about Citizenship by marriage

What is the minimum duration of the marriage before applying for citizenship?

According to consular sources, a minimum of one year of genuine and valid marriage is required. It is nevertheless advisable to check the exact requirements with the Department of Home Affairs, as they may differ depending on the route (spouse a citizen by birth or by naturalisation).

How long does it take to consider an application?

The standard consideration period is 6 to 12 months at the Department of Home Affairs. However, the overall process from preparing the documents to receiving the passport may take 12 to 24 months depending on the department's workload and any additional requirements.

Do you have to live in Grenada permanently to obtain citizenship by marriage?

Grenadian law does not require permanent residence in the country to obtain citizenship through marriage. It is, however, essential to have a genuine marriage and to provide evidence of living together and of the genuineness of the marriage. Some advisers point to a two-year residence requirement for naturalisation, so it is advisable to check the current requirements with the Department of Home Affairs.

What costs are involved in obtaining citizenship by marriage?

According to consular sources, the main costs comprise the government fee (the amount of which depends on whether the spouse is a citizen by birth or by naturalisation), plus other costs for documents, the medical examination and legal assistance. It is advisable to check the exact fee directly with the Department of Home Affairs, as this information is not published on the official websites.

Can I keep my original citizenship?

Yes. Grenada recognises dual citizenship and allows people to keep their original citizenship when obtaining Grenadian citizenship through marriage. You must, however, check the law of your country of origin, as some countries do not allow dual citizenship.

Do you need a visa to live in Grenada after obtaining citizenship?

No. Grenadian citizens have an unconditional right to live in the country and do not need a separate visa or residence permit. Permanent residence comes automatically with citizenship.

Other ways to move to Grenada

Every route in one list — migration programmes: Grenada.

The terms and the amounts are checked against official sources — the link sits under each section.Last checked on: 7 August 2026.