Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit to Attend GGCC 2026 in Hong Kong: A New Compliance Milestone for CBI

Globevisa Group announced that Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, Prime Minister of Dominica, will take part in the two-day Globevisa Global Citizen Conference (GGCC 2026) taking place in Hong Kong on 26 October 2026. The event will be held as a professional summit, with the head of government of Dominica attending as a special guest.

Against the backdrop of recent structural reforms in Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs, the arrival of senior government representatives highlights Dominica’s long-term direction toward strengthening information transparency and expanding regional operations—grounded in rigorous compliance requirements.

Building a direct channel between officials and industry experts

GGCC 2026 will serve as a platform for deeper industry dialogue: the conference brings together international investment migration companies, legal advisors, family offices, and capital management specialists.

In a context of tightening international rules and rising uncertainty in geopolitically influenced policy, in 2024 four Caribbean countries running CBI programs signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoA).

The document set out a coordinated approach to raising investment thresholds, standardizing due diligence, and sharing information on applicants. Dominica’s subsequent policy adjustments are being viewed as a practical implementation of the MoA provisions, aligning with global regulatory expectations in AML (anti-money laundering).

The Prime Minister’s participation gives international delegates and industry representatives a firsthand view of how Dominica is shaping a long-term strategy and setting the direction for its CBI program.

For multinational advisory firms, it also simplifies the assessment of policy continuity across Caribbean jurisdictions—enabling teams to systematically review application processes and their compliance alignment.

In addition, this kind of dialogue helps ensure that interpretations of rules provided to high-net-worth clients remain clear, objective, and consistent with the expectations of international regulators.

How Dominica’s CBI changes affect professional compliance standards

In recent years, Dominica has consistently rolled out updates aimed at strengthening compliance within its CBI program.

These steps are both domestic policy adjustments and a move toward higher operational requirements and risk-management standards for licensed consultants worldwide. In particular, the following areas stand out:

• Refined criteria for dependent applicants: expanding or redefining the framework and age limits for accompanying family members requires advisory teams to conduct more rigorous checks on family circumstances and the level of financial dependence during the initial case assessment.
• Mandatory interviews: introducing compulsory online interviews for the main applicant and for individuals who fall under the dependent criteria raises preparation requirements and strengthens the depth of due diligence checks at the document-preparation stage.
• Aligning investment thresholds with legal requirements: the increase in overall investment requirements in 2024 reflects the drive toward fuller alignment with international AML and CTF (counter-terrorist financing) standards. Additional resources are directed toward strengthening the national regulatory framework and supporting formal due diligence mechanisms.

From an industry perspective, these system-wide reforms push companies to build more detailed internal risk-governance models. For international consulting groups, it often becomes necessary to establish dedicated compliance departments and implement procedures for independent pre-assessment/pre-submission review to meet official due diligence expectations.

Industry transparency and professional cooperation across jurisdictions

As a recognized Dominica Embassy in China partner and an official Licensed Promoter of Dominica’s CBI program, Globevisa Group operates as a licensed market participant.

With Dominica introducing more stringent sector requirements (including the Citizenship by Investment Regulations 2024 of the Commonwealth of Dominica), legal obligations and entry barriers for companies holding Licensed Promoter status have increased significantly.

Under the current rules set by the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit (CBIU), only “Authorized Agents” or “Licensed Promoters” who have passed rigorous official due diligence checks and received permission to practice law may legally promote the program globally.

Any attempt to operate without the proper license may result in application rejections and create direct legal risks for the operator.

As the global investment migration industry continues to transform, relying on fragmented resources from a single provider no longer matches the complexity of today’s challenges—especially when it comes to cross-border asset structuring and tax solutions for high-net-worth clients.

GGCC 2026 is expected to focus on rebuilding professional cooperation between jurisdictions in this new, strictly regulated reality. Consulting firms, legal practitioners, and capital management specialists will discuss compliance standards and the quality of services delivered across multiple countries.

By leveraging official verification channels and licensed legal frameworks, the summit aims to establish sustainable cross-border interaction mechanisms under heightened regulatory requirements. This, in turn, will support the development of a global investment migration ecosystem built on higher standards of legality and transparency.

About Globevisa Group

Globevisa Group is an international consulting company founded in 2002 and the organizer of GGCC. The company specializes in cross-border asset distribution, residency and citizenship planning, and operates through more than 50 direct offices worldwide.

Globevisa focuses on comprehensive “turnkey” solutions for high-net-worth clients: from identity planning to asset structuring—always with an emphasis on the highest international regulatory standards. At the same time, the company works with global partners to help shape the future of international mobility.

Rising compliance standards in Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs make it clear that investment migration should be built on transparent processes and up-to-date regulations. If you’re considering a status option through Dominica or other regional programs, the team at Digital Nomad can guide you through key steps of due diligence, documentation, and current applicant requirements—so your path to a new status stays clear, compliant, and well-prepared.

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