Antigua & Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea, with boarders on Atlantic Ocean and near the United States.The country consists of two major islands, Antigua and Barbuda, both of which are surrounded by coral reefs and are known for their beautiful beaches, lakes, and natural harbors.The country is known for its breathtaking natural landscape, it has 365 beaches with soft sands and turquoise crystal-clear waters.The country has a diverse and multicultural population, with people from various nationalities and cultures living there.

  • Capital St. John's
  • Official Language English
  • Official Currency East Caribbean Dollar
  • Area (km2) 440 km²
  • Population 93,763

About Antigua & Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda’s economy is depending on tourism, which accounts for more than half of its GDP. Noting that its tourists come mainly from the United States. The country also exports furniture and handicrafts. Antigua and Barbuda gained independence on November 1, 1981, and became a member of the Commonwealth. The country celebrates this date as a public holiday. Education in Antigua and Barbuda is compulsory and free for children between the ages of 5 and 16 years, and is modeled on the British educational system

Investment Visa History

Contribution from

100,000 USD

Real Estate from

200,000 USD

Processing Time

4 – 6 months

Visa-Free Countries

+153

Member of

UN

Commonwealth

OAS

CARICOM

OECS

Most Important Benefits

Its passport ranks 30th globally and allows visa-free travel to more than 150 countries, including the UK, Ireland, Schengen countries, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and others. 

NATIONALITY: Can be passed on to children and grandchildren

BUSINESS SECTOR: The opportunity to open ban accounts and establish business whether in the Country or outside it

ECONOMY: Relying on exporting furniture and handicrafts

SECURITY: Enjoys a safe and politically stable environment due to the exchange rate stability versus the United States Dollar

PRIVILEGES: Benefiting from healthcare and educational services

TAXES: No taxes on capital gains or wealth or inheritance or income

FREEDOM OF TRAVEL: Traveling freely to more than 151 countries worldwide including the European countries and the United Kingdom

LANGUAGE: No language requirements to acquire the citizenship

TOURISM: Possessing more than 356 beaches and tourism accounts for more than half of its GDP. Noting that its tourists come mainly from the United States

DUAL CITIZENSHIP: Antigua & Barbuda’s nationals are allowed to have dual nationalities without renouncing their original one

Conditions required to obtain citizenship.

Our team of professionals can assist with everything from identifying the right investment option to preparing and submitting the necessary documentation. With our help, individuals can obtain Antigua & Barbuda citizenship and a second passport quickly and efficiently

The main applicant must be at least 18 years old.
Submitting necessary documents to the Government.
There should be no security issues related to threatening national security, terrorism, or criminal offenses.
Dependents who are over 16 years old, must pass the due diligence.
No refusal on last submitted application to the United Kingdom.
Possess the minimum investment amount for one of the investment routes.
Validity of passport will be for 5 years and will be considered for renewal if the applicant has spent a total of 5 days in Antigua and Barbuda since obtaining the citizenship within a 5-year period.

Types of investments to obtain citizenship

Effective of 15th December 2023, applicants who are aged 16 years or above are required to attend an interview. Noting that Interview fees are 1,500 USD for each person added to the application

Noting that other fees will be added related to the professional service and lawyers’ fees along with consulting fees. In addition to other governmental fees depending on the family structure  

Contribution to the National Development Fund
  • Single applicant or for a family of 4 or fewer : Contribution : 100,000 USD Processing fee: 30,000 USD

    100000   USD

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Real Estate Investment
  • Purchase of real estate shares worth 400,000 USD for individual ownership

    400000   USD

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Contributing to the University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund
  • Applicants who choose this route are required to make an investment of 150,000 USD for a family of six (6) or more (The minimum number of applicants per application is 6 persons)

    150000   USD

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Real Estate Investment (Approved Business)
  • The main applicant makes an investment in an approved business of at least 1,500,000 USD

    1500000   USD

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Visa-Free Travel or E-Visa

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