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The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program was designed and implemented by Henley & Partners under a government mandate in 2012. The program is appealing to applicants seeking alternative citizenship through acquiring desirable properties or by contributing to the islands’ National Development Fund.

Antigua and Barbuda

Citizenship by Investment Overview

The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program offers an excellent solution for high-net-worth families seeking access to the European and Caribbean markets, as well as visa-free access to key Asian financial centers.

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Investment

Minimum donation of USD 230,000

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Processing time

Four–five months

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Key benefit

Freedom of travel to Antigua and Barbuda, Hong Kong, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Europe’s Schengen Area, among others

Benefits of Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment

  • An Antigua and Barbuda passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 150 destinations including Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, and Europe's Schengen Area
  • Applicants are able to include a spouse, dependent children under 31 (as well as their spouse and children), parents and grandparents aged 55 and over, and unmarried siblings of the main applicant and/or their spouse of any age, as well as to add dependents after they have been granted citizenship
  • Antigua and Barbuda is a member of the Commonwealth, entitling citizens to certain privileges in the UK and other member states
  • The nation is an attractive place to live or to own a second home in, with excellent air links to North America and Europe

Requirements of Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment 

To qualify for citizenship, the main applicant must be over 18 years of age, meet the application requirements, and select one of the following four options available:

  • A contribution to the National Development Fund of a minimum non-refundable amount of USD 230,000
  • A contribution to the University of the West Indies of a minimum non-refundable amount of USD 260,000
  • The purchase of real estate with a minimum value of USD 300,000 from an approved real estate project. Two applicants can make a joint investment with each applicant investing a minimum of USD 300,000 to qualify. The real estate cannot be disposed of within the five-year period
  • The direct purchase of an eligible business for a minimum amount of USD 1.5 million as an individual. Alternatively, a joint purchase where each person contributes at least USD 400,000, totaling a minimum of USD 5 million

Procedures and time frame of the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program

The government authority responsible for administering the program, the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), is responsible for the processing and thorough examining of all applications.

The CIU undertakes strict due diligence checks and will decline an application if the applicant makes a false statement or omits any relevant information in the application. The documentary requirements of the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program are reasonable, and the procedures are straightforward. Once the application has been approved, main applicants and dependents aged 16 and older are required to attend mandatory virtual interviews. Passports can then be collected in Antigua and Barbuda. It is estimated that the process will take between four and five months from the submission of the application to issuance of the passport, assuming there are no areas of concern with the application.

Successful applicants are required to reside in Antigua and Barbuda for a minimum of five days during the first five years of obtaining citizenship. Under the real estate option, the time frame may vary depending on the project. Therefore, it is important to select a real estate project that can provide the necessary paperwork required from the developer for the citizenship application.

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Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program frequently asked questions

The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program grants citizenship to individuals and their families through significant economic contributions.

Investment options include acquiring desirable real estate, a significant contribution to the islands’ National Development Fund or the University of the West Indies, or the direct purchase of an eligible business.

Benefits include visa-free travel to over 150 countries, the right to live, work, and study in Antigua and Barbuda, and access to a tropical climate and beautiful beaches.

The minimum investment starts at USD 230,000 for a contribution to the National Development Fund.

Yes, the main applicant can include their spouse and dependent children as well as dependent parents and siblings in their application.

Applicants must spend at least five days in Antigua and Barbuda within the first five years of obtaining citizenship.

Required documents include a valid passport, proof of investment, health insurance, a clean criminal record, and other supporting documents.

Applicants must choose a qualifying investment, submit the application with the necessary documents, and undergo a due diligence process.

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