The Kalinago people were the first to make Dominica their home. Today the Kalinago culture is preserved and shared through a model village located in the Kalinago Territory. Here, visitors can get a sense for what life was like for Dominica’s indigenous residents through music, food, crafts, and enactments of pre-colonial village living. You can learn more about the Kalinago people here:
 

 

Formerly part of the British Commonwealth, Dominica has been an independent country since 1978. With our own government structure and head of state, we have autonomy to create the future we envision, and this future is led by our values that include sustainability and resilience.

When it comes to the cultural heritage of Dominica – you’ll find the influence of our history present in the sights and sounds of our every day life and our celebrations. Whether you’re walking through a busy market place, enjoying a meal on a restaurant terrace, or dancing to the sound of a creole band – it’s evident that Dominica has an energy that cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world.

Education is important to the people of Dominica. Our highly educated population fuels business growth, inspires innovation and helps us to best manage our natural resources.

Dominica has an excellent primary healthcare system. The natural lifestyle that people experience here has an unmistakable influence on attitudes to health and wellness, and on how the COVID-19 pandemic was managed. Dominica has been one of the countries least affected by the pandemic.

MODERN HEALTHCARE IN A BEAUTIFUL SETTING

There are four hospitals in Dominica, including a new hospital offering a wide array of services and modern technology.

Presently, there are forty-eight (48) Health Centres on Island; namely:

A top 10 diving destination with abundant marine life, waterfalls, and gorgeous hiking paths – Dominica has it all! There are three national parks which preserve the island’s tropical plants and wildlife. One of the parks, Morne Trois Pitons National Park, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which recognizes the value of this unspoiled natural area to the world community.

 
Fort Shirley, in the Cabrits National Park, is a rebuilt 1800s fortress that teaches about Dominica’s past while providing stunning views of both mountains and sea.

The Waitikubuli National Trail runs around the island allowing adventurers to hike into the island’s pristine backcountry. A sensational marine ecosystem welcomes water lovers who wish to go underwater to dive and explore untouched coral reefs.

The average high temperature is 85°F in January / 90°F in July; average low temperature is 68°F in January / 72°F in July. Dry season generally occurs January – May, rainy season from June – October. The south and the west coasts receive about 85 inches of rain annually, while the mountainous interior rain forest gets more than 340 inches per year. Light to moderate showers occur everywhere year round. Hurricane season is predominantly between August and mid-October.

Few would believe that you can live somewhere this beautiful at an affordable price. But, it’s true! Life in Dominica costs 10.7% less than in the United States and that’s attracting retirees, entrepreneurs and families to our beautiful island.

Those moving to Dominica from the United States can save in the following areas:

• Dining – a basic meal and drink in an inexpensive restaurant costs an average of $4.44 in Dominica versus $14.25 in the U.S.
• Housing – a 1-bedroom apartment in the downtown area will cost approximately $481.03 in Dominica versus $1,225.46 in the U.S.
• Childcare – in Dominica, families pay an average of $141.84 to send one child to preschool each month, versus $891.12 in the U.S.

Likewise, life in Dominica costs 12.7% less than it does in Germany, 13.4% less than in the U.K., 14% less than Hong Kong, and 26.6% less than it does in Australia. Click each of the links for a breakdown of how you can save money if moving from one of these countries. You can also enter a different home country to see how you can save money by relocating to the Nature Island of the Caribbean.

Anyone interested in making Dominica their home can earn citizenship through investment or apply for a work or residency permit.

Once Dominica is your home, you’ll benefit from no capital gains, estate or death tax on your assets – making Dominica even more financially attractive and affordable.