Antigua & Barbuda

Why Choose Antigua & Barbuda?

With a combined size of 442 sq. km and a population of a little over 90,000, Antigua & Barbuda is one of the Caribbean’s most attractive investor-citizenship destinations. The program provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 140 countries and recognizes dual citizenship.

Key advantages include:

• Application processing typically within 3–4 months.
• Inclusion of financially dependent children under 30 years old.
• Inclusion of financially dependent parents and grandparents over 55 years old.
• Inclusion of physically or mentally challenged dependent children.
• Possibility to include unmarried siblings of the main applicant or spouse.
• Option to add future spouse and future children of qualified dependants.
• No interview, education or management experience required.
• Visa-free travel to 140+ countries including the Schengen Area, the UK, Hong Kong, Singapore and more.
• No tax on worldwide income for non-residents.

Qualifications

Antigua & Barbuda's Citizenship by Investment Program was launched in 2012. To qualify, applicants must:

• Be of outstanding character with a clean personal record.
• Hold no criminal convictions.
• Demonstrate excellent health.
• Have a high personal net worth.
• Spend at least 5 days in Antigua & Barbuda within the first 5 years after approval.

Individuals born in restricted jurisdictions may still qualify if they have relocated and maintained residence in permitted countries for at least 10 years and hold no ongoing economic ties to restricted states.

Investment Options

1. National Development Fund (NDF) or Approved Charity

A contribution of US$230,000 (family of up to four) to the NDF or an approved charity. Government and due diligence fees apply per applicant.

2. Real Estate Investment

Purchase real estate with a minimum value of US$300,000 in a government-approved development. The property must be held for at least 5 years. Additional closing costs and taxes apply. Financing may be available on request.

3. Business Establishment

Invest US$1.5 million as a sole investor into an approved business, or participate in a joint investment of at least US$5 million where each investor commits a minimum of US$400,000.

4. University of the West Indies Fund

A contribution of US$260,000 for a family of up to six. The amount covers government and processing fees, and one family member receives a one-year scholarship at the University of the West Indies. Additional fees apply to larger families.

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