The IDA Full Guide to Doing Business in Dominica

IDA's Guide will Help You in Getting Started

Maybe you’re thinking of expanding your existing business in Dominica or maybe you’d like to invest your start-up some where else. In that case it pays to research where you are going to be investing your potential future. We have provided the information to make your planning on doing business in Dominica stress free. Our information gives you a head start.

Investing in Dominica is a simple and efficient process. The Staff at the Invest Dominica Authority is ready to assist you and provide the necessary support and aftercare to ensure the implementation and success of your business.

Investing involves a number of agencies on the island. The IDA is your point of contact with all these agencies and sources all relevant information from these agencies on your behalf, plan appointments, establish link with other investor. In short, the IDA will be your One Stop Shop.

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Banking & Insurance

The financial sector in Dominica is primarily served by commercial banks and insurance companies. Three (3) international banks operate branches in Dominica, namely – Royal Bank of Canada, Bank of Nova Scotia, and First Caribbean International. One indigenous bank – National Bank of Dominica Ltd., and one development bank –...READ MORE

Non Nationals Wishing to Purchase Land/Property

Individuals or corporate bodies who are not citizens of one of the member states and who are seeking to acquire land may require a license prior to the execution of the transaction depending on the amount of land to be purchased. The Alien Land Holding License Regulation Act, No. 17 of...READ MORE

Residence Permits

In order to live in the Commonwealth of Dominica, you will need a residence permit. If You intend to work, you may also be responsible for obtaining a work permit and other related documents. The Ministry responsible for administering residence permits is the Ministry of Tourism & Legal Affairs. All residence...READ MORE

Exempt Applicants For Work Permits

According to the 2003 amendment of the Immigration and Passport Act, certain individuals are not required to obtain a work permit in Dominica. These include: Expatriates working for the Dominican government Diplomats, duly accredited to Dominica Representatives of the United Nations and other international and regional organizations to which Dominica is a member Skilled Nationals...READ MORE

Applying for Work Permit

Non Nationals wishing to engage in work in Dominica must first obtain a work permit from the Labour Division. If hiring a non national, a work permit is required. A work permit automatically confers residency status if the term of employment lasts for more than six months. All work permits...READ MORE

Applying For Fiscal Incentives

The application process is non-discriminatory. Any enterprise – small, large, domestic, or foreign – can apply for incentives. The following are the steps for applying for fiscal incentives: Application form along with relevant supporting documents are submitted to Invest Dominica Authority; Application is reviewed by Invest Dominica Authority ; Recommendation on the eligibility and/or...READ MORE

Leading by Creating an enabling Environment.

The Government of Dominica sees itself, as a partner in your investment plan and as part of its contribution provides a regime of fiscal incentives available The Government of Dominica sees itself, as a partner in your investment plan and as part of its contribution provides a regime of fiscal incentives...READ MORE