Dominica visa options for Switzerland passport holders

Visa types & longer-stay routes for Dominica

WIN visa open to all nationalities with remote income and clean police record. Tourist visa-free for US/UK/EU/Schengen/CA/AU/CARICOM and most Commonwealth

• Tourist

  Tourist Entry (Visa-Free)

  21 to 180 days depending on nationality (commonly 6 months UK/Commonwealth, 6 months US, up to 90 days for many others) granted on arrival

  Insurance

  Recommendedgiven limited on-island medical and high evacuation costs

  Good for

  US/UK/EU/Schengen/CA/AU/CARICOM and most Commonwealth for tourism

  Requirement

  Passport (6 months validity recommended), return/onward ticket, accommodation, funds

• Tourist

  Standard Visitor Visa (non-exempt nationalities)

  Typically up to 90 days, extendable at Immigration Department in Roseau

  Insurance

  Recommendednot legally mandated

  Good for

  Citizens of countries not on Dominica visa-free or visa-on-arrival list (e.g. some African, Asian, Middle Eastern) - VERIFY specific list with DM Immigration

  Requirement

  Visa application, passport, photos, return ticket, funds, accommodation, sometimes invitation letter; via nearest Dominican mission or online - VERIFY current fee

• Residence

  Work In Nature (WIN) Extended Stay Visa

  Up to 18 months

  Insurance

  Required(valid in Dominica for applicant and family, incl. repatriation, emergency medical and hospital care for duration)

  Good for

  Remote workers, freelancers and self-employed working for non-Dominican employers or clients; spouse and dependents may accompany

  Requirement

  Expected income ≥USD 50,000 over next 12 months, clean police records (past 5 yrs all jurisdictions), 6 months bank statements, employer letter or business proof, passport bio, USD 100 application fee + USD 800 (individual) or 1,200 (family) visa fee on approval

• Residence

  Citizenship by Investment (CBI) - Economic Diversification Fund

  Permanent (citizenship for life, passport valid 10 yrs renewable)

  Insurance

  RecommendedNot required for citizenship grant; recommended for stays in Dominica

  Good for

  HNW investors seeking second passport and visa-free access to ~145 countries; applicant + family

  Requirement

  Non-refundable USD 200,000 (single) or 250,000 (family up to 4) to Economic Diversification Fund + USD 1,000 processing + USD 7,500 due diligence main + USD 4,000 per dependant 16+, clean background, source-of-funds

• Residence

  Citizenship by Investment (CBI) - Real Estate Route

  Permanent citizenship

  Insurance

  OptionalNot required for citizenship grant

  Good for

  Investors preferring approved real estate over fund

  Requirement

  Min USD 200,000 in approved real estate (held min 3 yrs, or 5 if resold to another CBI applicant) + gov fees ~USD 75,000 single (total ~USD 285,000), due diligence and processing fees

Visa rules change often and depend on your nationality. Last checked: 2026-06. Always confirm with the official immigration service or your nearest consulate before you apply.

Last verified June 2026

Switzerland → Dominica: frequently asked

Do Switzerland passport holders need a visa to visit Dominica?

Visa-free · up to 180 days. Enter without a visa, usually for a set number of days. Always confirm with the official source before booking.

Can a Switzerland passport holder live or work long-term in Dominica?

Yes, via a long-stay visa. Dominica has 5 documented visa types covering work, study, residence and — where it exists — digital-nomad routes.

Do I need travel insurance for Dominica?

Entry to Dominica never includes health cover, so travel medical insurance is strongly recommended. Several Dominica visas also require proof of insurance before they're granted.