Comprehensive grenada document authentication guide — gov-sourced 2026 procedures.
Overview
Grenada has been a Hague Apostille Convention member since 2002. The Ministry of Legal Affairs in St George's is the apostille authority for outgoing Grenada documents. For Grenada CBI applicants, the relevant apostilles are typically on foreign documents — apostilled in the country of origin (for Hague members) or via dual legalisation (for non-Hague countries). Documents required include birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, police clearances, academic transcripts, and comprehensive source-of-funds documentation. English is the official language of Grenada so non-English documents require certified English translation (USD 30-100 per page typical). Authorised Local Agents coordinate the entire document preparation process as part of comprehensive CBI service. The CBIC expects documents to be both authentic (verifiable apostille) and current (typically within 3-6 months of CBIC submission). For applicants pursuing the US E-2 Treaty pathway after Grenada CBI, additional US-specific documents may be required for the subsequent E-2 application. All factual information verified against cbi.gov.gd as of 2026-06-04.
Procedures + Requirements
| Item | Authority | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outgoing Grenada apostille | Ministry of Legal Affairs (St George's) | USD 50 | 2-3 weeks |
| Incoming Hague apostille | Country of origin | Variable | Accepted directly by CBIC |
| Incoming non-Hague | Home FM + Grenada consulate | Variable | Dual legalisation required |
| Certified English translation | Qualified translator | USD 30-100 per page | Required for non-English |
| Police clearance documents | Home + 6+ months residence | Variable | Most time-sensitive |
| Source-of-funds documentation | Comprehensive package | Variable | Critical CBI document set |
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Where do I get a Grenada apostille?
Ministry of Legal Affairs in St George's. USD 50 per document. 2-3 weeks. Mostly relevant only if you have Grenada-issued documents to use abroad — uncommon for typical CBI applicants whose documents originate elsewhere.
Does Grenada accept apostilles from other countries?
Yes — Hague Convention member since 2002. Foreign documents apostilled in other Hague member countries accepted directly by CBIC. No further Grenada legalisation required. For non-Hague countries, dual legalisation through home foreign ministry and Grenada consulate (or arranged alternative) required.
Do I need English translation for Grenada CBI?
Yes for any non-English documents. English is the official language. Certified English translation by qualified translator. USD 30-100 per page. Authorised Local Agent coordinates as part of comprehensive service.
How recent must documents be?
Most documents 3-6 months from CBIC submission. Police clearances particularly time-sensitive. Agent will coordinate timing to ensure all documents valid at moment of submission.
Additional documents for US E-2 path?
Yes if pursuing US E-2 Treaty Investor Visa after Grenada CBI. E-2 application requires: substantial US business investment proof (typically USD 100k-200k+); comprehensive US business plan; financial documentation. Separate from Grenada CBI documentation but builds on it.
Can my Agent obtain documents for me?
Apostilles + translations: yes. Original civil status documents: typically your responsibility given personal identification requirements at home country civil registries. Powers of attorney may enable Agent action in some countries.
Source-of-funds documentation depth?
Comprehensive — bank statements (3-5 years), tax returns, business records, accountant opinions, asset sale documentation, inheritance documentation. CBIC due diligence firms verify all submitted materials against international databases.
Document costs realistic estimate?
USD 2,000-5,000+ in apostille + translation + courier + certified copies separate from CBI program fees. More for internationally-mobile applicants with multiple country exposures.