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Antigua and Barbuda
citizenship by investment
8 months
Obtaining period
Obtaining period
5 years
The property can be sold
The property can be sold
Schengen Area
135+ сoutries Visa-free , including Schengen area
135+ сoutries Visa-free , including Schengen area
0%
Tax on capital gains, inheritance, and worldwide income
Tax on capital gains, inheritance, and worldwide income
Antigua and Barbuda launched its citizenship by investment program in 2013. Applicants for citizenship can make a non‑refundable contribution to the state fund or the university fund, purchase real estate, or invest in a business.
The minimum cost of participation in the program is $230,000.
The minimum cost of participation in the program is $230,000.
After five years, investments under certain options can be returned, for example, by selling real estate.
Family members receive citizenship together with the main applicant: the status is granted to a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, as well as brothers and sisters.
Family members receive citizenship together with the main applicant: the status is granted to a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, as well as brothers and sisters.
9 benefits of Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
- More than 135 visa-free destinationsHolders of an Antigua and Barbuda passport can travel without a visa to 135 countries, including the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.
- Retaining original passportAntigua and Barbuda allows dual citizenship. An investor does not need to renounce other passports, provided this does not conflict with the laws of the other country.
- A second passport for the whole familyApplicants can include family members in their citizenship application: a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, brothers, and sisters.
- A fast route to second citizenshipInvestors obtain a passport in as little as six months. The application process is confidential and can be completed remotely.
- Tax optimisationAntigua and Barbuda has no capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or tax on worldwide income.
- Minimal residence requirementsAn investor is required to visit the country only once within the first five years of citizenship and spend a total of five days there.
- Business opportunitiesAntigua and Barbuda is a member of the Caribbean Community, CARICOM. Goods move duty–free between the 15 member states, helping reduce logistics costs and speed up exports.
- A safe havenCitizens can relocate to Antigua and Barbuda at any time and stay for an unlimited period. This is especially valuable in times of crisis or instability in one’s country of residence.
- Returnable investmentsCertain investment options allow the return of funds; for example, real estate can be sold five years after obtaining citizenship.
Requirements to apply for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
Over 18 years old
In good health
No criminal record
Not under sanctions
With a legal source of income
In good health
No criminal record
No criminal record
Up to 30 years old
Over 55 years old
Financially dependent on the investor
Financially dependent on the investor
Unmarried
No children of their own
Financially dependent on the investor
Consent of a parent or guardian, if under 18
No children of their own
Financially dependent on the investor
Consent of a parent or guardian, if under 18
Investment options for obtaining Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
Request
Non-refundable contribution — $230,000+
Donation to a university — $260,000+
Real estate purchase — $300,000+
Business investment — $400,000+
Non-refundable contribution — $230,000+
Donation to a university — $260,000+
Real estate purchase — $300,000+
Business investment — $400,000+
Details
The applicant invests in the National Development Fund.
The number of people included in the application does not affect the contribution amount.
The funds are transferred to the non‑profit fund of the University of the West Indies.
This option is available for families of six or more people.
One family member receives a one‑year scholarship to study at the University of the West Indies.
The investment is non‑refundable.
The property must be in projects approved by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, such as hotels, spa resorts, and villas.
An investor may buy a share or an entire property.
The property must be held for at least five years.
Each property can qualify for citizenship only twice, with the first and second buyers.
The investment is directed to business projects approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.
$400,000+
For joint investments with a total value of at least $5,000,000.
$1,500,000+
If applying as a single investor.
The applicant invests in the National Development Fund.
The number of people included in the application does not affect the contribution amount.
The funds are transferred to the non‑profit fund of the University of the West Indies.
This option is available for families of six or more people.
One family member receives a one‑year scholarship to study at the University of the West Indies.
The investment is non‑refundable.
The property must be in projects approved by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, such as hotels, spa resorts, and villas.
An investor may buy a share or an entire property.
The property must be held for at least five years.
Each property can qualify for citizenship only twice, with the first and second buyers.
The investment is directed to business projects approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.
$400,000+
For joint investments with a total value of at least $5,000,000.
$1,500,000+
If applying as a single investor.
Additional costs
$10,000+
Government fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
$10,000+
Government fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
$10,000+
Government fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
$10,000+
Government fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
$8,500+
Due Diligence fee
$1,500+
Interview fee
$300+
Passport fee
Real estate for obtaining Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
Antigua & Barbuda, Jolly Harbour
$315,000+
Apartments in prestigious condominium
24—84 m²
1—2 bed
1—2 bath
$315,000+
Apartments in prestigious condominium
24—84 m²
1—2 bed
1—2 bath
Antigua & Barbuda, Saint Mary
$300,000+
Share and full ownership of villas in a residential complex
190—268 m²
2—3 bed
2—3 bath
$300,000+
Share and full ownership of villas in a residential complex
190—268 m²
2—3 bed
2—3 bath
Antigua & Barbuda, Saint Philip
$350,000+
Apartments in a hotel complex by the sea
1—2 bed
1—2 bath
$350,000+
Apartments in a hotel complex by the sea
1—2 bed
1—2 bath
Key documents to apply for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
- Valid passports of the applicants
- Birth certificates
- Marriage or divorce certificate
- Military service record
- Educational certificates
- Eight photographs, 35 × 45 mm
- Wealth history with details of the investor’s sources of income over their lifetime
- Bank statement for the past 12 months showing fund movements and the availability of the required investment amount
- Bank reference letter
- Documents confirming the legal origin of funds
- Two documents confirming residential address: utility bill, lease agreement, or purchase agreement
- Police clearance certificate
How to obtain Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment: step‑by‑step process
A compliance specialist conducts a preliminary check of the investor to prepare for the program department’s Due Diligence. This review helps reduce the risk of refusal to as little as 1% and makes it possible to address potential issues in advance, for example, by preparing additional documents.
The check is fully confidential. The investor provides only a passport copy.
The check is fully confidential. The investor provides only a passport copy.
The Head office`s lawyers provide the investor with a list of personal and financial documents required for the program. The applicant submits the originals, which are then translated, certified, and used to complete government forms.
The lawyers lawyers submit the documents to the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit. The investor pays the Due Diligence and government fees.
Program specialists verify information about the investor and their family. All applicants over 12 years of age undergo screening.
Applicants over 16 years of age are invited to an interview. It is held online, in English or in the applicant’s native language.
If the Due Diligence check is successful, the investor receives an official letter of approval. The chosen investment must then be transferred.
Every new citizen of Antigua and Barbuda over 18 years of age takes an oath of allegiance. A licensed notary conducts the virtual ceremony, which lasts about 30 minutes. At the end, certificates are signed to finalise the citizenship process.
The ceremony takes about three weeks to plan.
The ceremony takes about three weeks to plan.
Every new citizen of Antigua and Barbuda over 18 years of age takes an oath of allegiance. A licensed notary conducts the virtual ceremony, which lasts about 30 minutes. At the end, certificates are signed to finalise the citizenship process.
The ceremony takes about three weeks to plan.
The ceremony takes about three weeks to plan.
Additional services
Investors contact us for additional services after obtaining Antigua and Barbuda citizenship. For example, to renew a passport or replace a driving licence.
- Passport renewal
- Replacement of a lost passport
- Address or legal entity registration
- Legal entity maintenance
- Obtaining a police clearance certificate
- Obtaining a police clearance certificate
- Driving licence exchange
- Organisation of the oath ceremony
- Renunciation of citizenship
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