Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
The largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands attracts visitors with its mesmerizing beaches of the finest white sand and azure waters. Join the celebrities who have chosen the island as a place for winter homes and neighbour with Oprah Winfrey, Eric Clapton, and many more.
NDF contribution: from USD 230,000 (up to 4 people)
Real estate route: from USD 300,000
Processing time: three to four months
Visa-free access: 144 countries
Family inclusion: Spouse, children, parents, grandparents & siblings
The Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program
The combined size of 442 square kilometers and a population of over 80,000 make Antigua & Barbuda the ninth-largest country by size in the Caribbean. The country's economic citizenship program facilitates the comfort of visa-free travel to more than 100 countries.
Antigua & Barbuda recognizes dual citizenship, which can prove advantageous for business expansion and tax relief. Other benefits include the following:
- Application processing within three to four months
- Inclusion of financially-dependent children under 30
- Inclusion of financially-dependent parents or grandparents over 55
- Inclusion of physically or mentally handicapped children living with, and fully supported by the main applicant
- Inclusion of unmarried sibling of the main applicant or the spouse
- Inclusion of a future spouse, future spouse of a qualified dependent child, or a future child of a qualified dependent
- No requirement to travel to Antigua & Barbuda during the application process
- No interview, education or managerial experience required
- Visa-free travel to 144 countries, including the Schengen zone, the U.K., Hong Kong, Singapore and more
- No tax on worldwide income
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment qualifications
Antigua & Barbuda's Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 2012. To qualify for citizenship, applicants must fulfill one of the investment options below in addition to meeting the following criteria:
- Be of outstanding character
- Hold no criminal record
- Have excellent health
- Have a high personal net worth
- Reside with the family members who are included in the application in the country for a minimum of 5 days within a period of five years
Caribbean paradise & global opportunity
From stunning white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters to a welcoming culture and modern amenities, Antigua & Barbuda offers an exceptional lifestyle alongside strategic investment opportunities.
Four routes to citizenship
The government adopted the citizenship by investment program as one of the mechanisms to promote economic growth, attract developments, increase foreign direct investment to the country, support the development of infrastructure and provide for a sustainable future. As a result, investors can choose from several options to qualify for the program.
1. National Development Fund Contribution or Charitable Donation
High net worth individuals may choose to make a monetary contribution of US$230,000 (up to four people) to the National Development Fund or an approved charity. The main applicant may include a spouse and all qualified dependents, however government and due diligence are applicable for each individual included.
2. Real Estate Investment
Applicants may purchase property with a value of US$300,000 in a pre-approved real estate development area. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years. Property registration, processing fees, and taxes may be paid in addition to the property purchase.
Financing options may be available upon request.
3. Business Establishment
Applicants may invest US$1.5 million to establish a business. Two or more applicants may make a joint business investment with an individual threshold of at least US$400,000 and a total investment of at least US$5 million.
4. University of West Indies Fund
For an investment of US$260,000, a family of six (6) is eligible to apply for citizenship. The investment amount includes processing and government fees, however customary due diligence fees do apply for each qualified dependent. In addition, one member of the family is entitled to a 1-year scholarship at the University of West Indies. Additional government processing fees are applicable for larger families.
Eligible family members
- Main applicant
- Spouse of the main applicant
- Financially-dependent children under 30
- Financially-dependent parents or grandparents over 55
- Physically or mentally handicapped dependent children and/or parents
- Unmarried sibling of the main applicant or the spouse
- A future spouse, future spouse of a qualified dependent child, or a future child of a qualified dependent
Government and due diligence fees vary according to the number and type of family members included.
Common questions about Antigua & Barbuda citizenship
The University of West Indies Fund is one of the most competitive investment options at US$260,000, for a family of six (6) including government and processing fees. The program has also expanded the definition of qualifying dependents making it the most inclusive option for large families.
The Antigua and Barbuda passport grants visa-free access to more than 130 countries, including the Schengen zone, the U.K., Hong Kong, Singapore and more.
No, income generated outside of Antigua and Barbuda is not taxed, and there are no capital gains, personal income or inheritance taxes.
No, Antigua and Barbuda's Citizenship by Investment Unit does not accept applications directly. All applications must go through authorized agents such as VisaVoy.
No, Antigua and Barbuda does not have any restrictions on dual citizenships. However, you may need to verify if your current home country allows dual citizenship.
How the Antigua & Barbuda citizenship process works
VisaVoy coordinates the end-to-end process in collaboration with licensed agents and professionals, ensuring all steps are completed accurately, discreetly and in compliance with program rules.