Antigua and Barbuda
The Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme ensures visa-free travel to 162 countries as you qualify to apply for a Antigua and Barbuda passport once yoButtonu’ve invested in citizenship.
162
visa-free countries
$230,000
minimum requirement
6-12
months processing time
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment means you travel more freely and allows you to establish a business base in this totally tropical location, should you wish.
The Land of 365 Beaches, the island of Antigua is also knows for its deep water port, English Harbour. As a member of the Leeward Islands, Antigua and Barbuda furthermore guarantee an attractive Caribbean climate in terms of weather and the chance to reduce your tax liability to 0%.
Benefits of Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Spend as Little or as Much as You Like in Antigua and Barbuda
The Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme requires a minimum stay of 5 days in the country, spread over the first 5 years.
Include Family Members as Dependents
Obtain citizenship for yourself and your family members, including a passport for you, your spouse, your children, your parents, and your grandparents.
Enjoy Prompt Processing
The processing time for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship ranges from 6 to 12 months.
Ensure Global Mobility
Travel visa-free to 162 countries, including numerous popular business and tourist destinations.
Invest in Stability
Antigua and Barbuda is a secure country, a member of the United Nations, the Commonwealth, the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States, the Organization of American States, and the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Who Can Get Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship?
Investor Requirements
Be at least 18 years old
Have no criminal record
Complete a health assessment
Spouse Requirements
Must be at least 18 years old
Maintain a clean criminal record
Pass a health assessment
Children and Stepchildren Under 30
Must be fully dependent on you
Mentally and Physically Disadvantaged Children and Stepchildren
Fully dependent on you, regardless of age
Parents, Grandparents, Parents-in-Law, and Grandparents-in-Law
Must be aged 55 or older
Financially dependent on you
Siblings, Brothers-in-Law, and Sisters-in-Law
Must be unmarried
Future Spouse
Can be a future spouse of either you or a dependent child
Future Child
Automatically qualifies under your application if born after your citizenship is granted
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme Requirements
To apply for the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme, you must, first of all, select ONE of the following investment options in addition to meeting other requirements:
OPTION 1. Make a Donation
Your first investment option is a $230,000, one-off, donation to the National Development Fund. There’s a $20,000 processing fee for a family of up to 4, as well as $10,000 for each additional dependent.
On top of these fees, the following due diligence fees apply: $8,500 for you, then, $5,000 for your spouse, next, $2,000 per dependent between 12 and 17, and, finally, $4,000 per dependent aged 18+.
OPTION 2. Buy Property
Alternatively, you can purchase property or invest in government-approved development projects. In this case, it entails investing $300,000 into Antigua and Barbuda real estate or a share of a property project that must be held for 5 years, at the bare minimum.
In addition, you must pay a $20,000 processing fee for a family of up to 4, along with a $10,000 charge for each additional dependent. There are due diligence fees of $8,500 for you, $5,000 for your spouse, $2,000 per dependent aged 12-17, and, finally, $4,000 per dependent aged 18 and above.
OPTION 3. Make a Business Investment
The third, last-but-one, option is to invest a minimum $1.5 million into an approved business. Alternatively, make a joint investment in a qualifying business worth at least $5 million.
Either way, you’ll pay a $30,000 processing fee for a family of up to 4, in addition to a $15,000 charge for each additional dependent. Furthermore, there are due diligence fees adding up to $7,500 for both you and your spouse, too, then, $2,000 per dependent aged 12-17, and, finally, $4,000 per dependent 18+.
OPTION 4. Donate to the University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund
A $260,000 contribution for a family up to 6, with processing fees of $10,000 for each additional dependent, confirms citizenship for all. Additionally, 1 family member benefits from a 1-year, tuition-only scholarship at the University of West Indies.
Due diligence fees of $8,500 for you, $5,000 for your spouse, then, $2,000 per dependent aged 12 to 17, and, lastly, $4,000 for dependents aged 18 and above, as well.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND BENEFITS
A further, final, key concern is that you must meet the following requirement:
Within the first 5 years of obtaining your Antigua & Barbuda citizenship, you need to reside in your new host country for at least 5 days, at the very least.
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Application Process
MONTH 1
Onboarding you
Form 1 begins our onboarding. This ensures we satisfy RIF Trust due diligence requirements, from the very start. After completing this screening, we give you a Client Agreement (CA) to, initially, review and, later, sign.
With the signed agreement and retainer finalized, next, our case processing team helps complete the application forms and collate the required documents. If you're making a property investment, you'll also need to arrange a sales and purchase agreement. Lastly, we'll be your bridge with the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) in capital St John's as the CIU doesn't allow direct applications.
The country's Prime Minister established the CIU. This is the Government authority that processes all CBI applications.
MONTHS 2-5
Review and submission of your application
Before submitting your application, our case processing team will review this to ensure it fulfills the CIU's requirements, and then, and only then, will we submit it.
MONTHS 6-12
Receiving your citizenship
Before submitting your application, our case processing team will review this to ensure it fulfills the CIU's requirements, and then, and only then, will we submit it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where in the world is Antigua and Barbuda?
Antigua & Barbuda is located in the Lesser Antilles island group in the Eastern Caribbean Sea. Christopher Columbus first landed on Antigua in 1493 and named it after the Church of Santa Maria de la Antigua in Seville, Spain. It is approximately 3,995 km southeast of the United States.
Who can apply for the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme?
Anyone over the age of 18 who meets the program's requirements is eligible to apply for the Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme.
What are the main benefits of applying for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship?
Citizens of Antigua & Barbuda benefit from a favorable tax regime, with no capital gains or inheritance taxes and no tax on foreign-sourced income for those residing more than 183 days per year on the islands. The programme also permits the inclusion of a spouse and other family members in your application.
How long does the Antigua and Barbuda citizenship application process take?
The citizenship application process can range from 6 months to a year. After receiving citizenship, applicants can then apply for an Antigua and Barbuda passport.
What is the minimum investment required for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship?
A minimum donation of $230,000 is required. Additional government fees apply to complete the process of becoming an Antigua and Barbuda national.
Who can I include on my Antigua and Barbuda citizenship application?
The application can include dependent children and stepchildren under 30, dependent grandparents and parents aged 55 or older, unmarried siblings, and mentally or physically challenged dependent children or stepchildren of any age.
How long will my Antigua and Barbuda passport be valid?
The initial passport is valid for 5 years and can be renewed for 10 years if the holder meets certain conditions, such as residing in Antigua and Barbuda for at least 5 days within a 5-year period post-citizenship.
Is speaking English a requirement for the Antigua and Barbuda citizenship application?
No, applicants are not required to speak English and there are no language proficiency tests required.
How many Antigua and Barbuda visa-free countries can I visit with the passport?
The Antigua & Barbuda passport allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 162 countries, including the EU Schengen area, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the UK. The passport is ranked 19th in the Passport Index in terms of travel freedom.
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