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Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Program Overview
Minimum Investment
$230,000 Donation
Minimum Investment
$300,000 Real Estate
Time to Citizenship
4-6 Months
Visa-free Access
150+ Countries & Territories
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Requirements
The Antigua and Barbuda government launched the citizenship by investment program in 2013, making it one of the newer Caribbean programs.
To be able to apply for this program you should be at least 18 years of age, in good health, and without a criminal record. Unlike other Caribbean programs, as a future citizen of Antigua and Barbuda, you are required to reside at least 5 days within the first 5 years to retain your citizenship. Within this visit, you and any dependents above 18 years are also required to complete the oath of allegiance ceremony.
Additionally, you are required to make a non-refundable donation to the National Development Fund or make an investment in government-approved real estate projects.
Main Applicant Requirements
- 18+ years of age
- Good health
- No criminal record
- Successfully pass due diligence checks
- Receive approval by the government
- Confirmed investment sources
- Reside for five days within 5 years from the naturalisation
Eligible Dependents
- Spouse of the main applicant
- Adult children (biological or adopted) under 30 years of age
- Parents of 65 years of age or above
- Siblings
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Benefits
Visa-free travel
Visa-free access to the Schengen States, UK, Switzerland, Hong Kong & most British Commonwealth member countries.
Guaranteed by law
The program is based on the law & is guaranteed by the government since 2013.
Straightforward process
Designed to be a smooth and straightforward process with a timeframe of 6 months to your new citizenship.
Tax relief
Antigua & Barbuda has no taxes on worldwide income, capital gains, dividends, gift, wealth and inheritance.
Minimal residency required
A 5-day physical residency is required over the five-year period. (This requirement could be satisfied all at once or in parts.)
Dual Citizenship permitted
There is no need to renounce your current citizenship(s), and your home authorities are not notified of your new citizenship.
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Legal Basis
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program is one of the top-rated options for obtaining new citizenship and a second passport. The Citizenship by Investment Program was established following parliamentary approval and can be found in Section 6 of the Citizenship by Investment Act, 2013 (Act No. 2 of 2013). The Act was amended in 2014 and is compounded by the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Regulations.
Costs of Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Donation for a Single Applicant
USD 230,000
Donation for a Family of 4 or Less
USD 230,000
Donation for a Family of 5 or More
USD 230,000
For a single applicant
USD 10,000
For a family of 4 or less
USD 20,000
Incremental amount from 5th dependent onwards
USD 10,000
Minimum investment
USD 300,000
Processing fees (Up to 4 family members)
USD 30,000
Each additional dependent from family of 5 and above
USD 10,000
Family of 6 (Inclusive of processing fees)
USD 260,000
Additional qualified dependent after family of 6 per person
USD 10,000
Main applicant
USD 8,500
Spouse of the main applicant
USD 5,000
Dependents aged 12-17
USD 2,000
Dependents aged 18+
USD 4,000
Benefactor (if applicable)
USD 5,000
Interview fee per person 16 and over
USD 1,000
Application Process For Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Application Process
6 months
- Step 1Savory & Partners will pre-screen your passport copy for government pre-approval. A down payment of the professional fees is required to open your application. The response is in 24-48 hours.
- Step 2Savory & Partners' professional team will assist and advise you with the collection of the documents required according to the government checklist.
- Step 3Your application is then submitted together with the due diligence fees. If taking the real estate option, a reservation of your chosen property must be made at this time. The real estate investment is fully refundable should your application not get approved.
- Step 4The due diligence report is issued to the government. The government makes its decision on the granting of Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship.
- Step 5Once accepted you are invited to pay the NDF donation, or if taking the real estate option, pay the balance of your purchase.
- Step 6A citizenship certificate and passport are issued in your name. The balance of the professional fees is then paid.
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Visa-free Countries for Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries
150+ Countries & Territories
Visa-free access (121 countries & territories)
- Albania
- Andorra
- Angola
- Anguilla
- Aruba
- Austria
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands
- Bulgaria
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- French Polynesia
- French West Indies
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Kiribati
- Kosovo
- Latvia
- Lesotho
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- Nicaragua
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Panama
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Reunion
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Africa
- Spain
- St. Helena
- St. Maarten
- St. Pierre and Miquelon
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Tanzania
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- Uzbekistan
- Vanuatu
- Vatican City
- Venezuela
- Wallis and Futuna
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Visa on arrival (29 countries & territories)
- Armenia
- Bangladesh
- Bolivia
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cape Verde
- Comoros
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Guinea-Bissau
- Jordan
- Laos
- Lebanon
- Macao
- Madagascar
- Maldives
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Nepal
- Niue
- Palau
- Qatar
- Samoa
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- Timor-Leste
- Turkey
- Tuvalu
(eTA) access (3 countries & territories)
- Kenya
- South Korea
- Sri Lanka
e-Visa access (29 countries & territories)
- Australia
- Bahrain
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Burkina Faso
- Cameroon
- Congo (Dem. Rep.)
- Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
- Equatorial Guinea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Guinea
- India
- Iran
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Libya
- Mongolia
- Nigeria
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Papua New Guinea
- Sao Tome and Principe
- South Sudan
- Tajikistan
- Thailand
- Togo
- United Arab Emirates
- Vietnam
Client Success Stories
Applying Through Unauthorized Agents
The Challenge
Our client, a Lebanese national living between Lebanon and Nigeria, had high hopes for an Antigua passport to expand his travel freedom. But things didn’t go as planned. He had applied through an unauthorized agent, and the process hit a major roadblock.
The Antigua Citizenship by Investment Unit flagged issues with his application and sent him an "intention to deny" letter. This meant there was something wrong, and unless it was fixed, his application would be rejected. Even worse, a rejection would stop him from applying for any other Caribbean citizenship unless he withdrew this application first.
Our Solution
When the client reached out to us, we immediately got to work. It didn’t take long to uncover the problem: his 28-year-old son, included in the application as a dependent, didn’t meet the eligibility criteria. The required documents to prove the son’s financial dependency were missing.
After withdrawing the Antigua application, we recommended a better route: applying for a St. Kitts and Nevis passport instead. This program not only aligned with the client’s needs but also offered flexibility in including dependents, provided their eligibility was properly documented.
We recommended the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) option for its speed and simplicity. Under this option, the client would make a non-refundable contribution to the government fund, ensuring a streamlined approval process.
Our team meticulously prepared the application, ensuring it met all requirements. Key steps included:
- Documenting dependency: We gathered proof of the son’s financial dependency, including university enrolment letters, tuition payment receipts, and bank statements showing regular transfers from the client.
- Due diligence compliance: We ensured all family members met the program’s rigorous background checks by compiling detailed records and working closely with our compliance team.
Every document was double-checked to make sure the application was solid.
The Result
With everything in order, the application was approved. The client and his son are now proud holders of St. Kitts and Nevis passports.
This passport opens up visa-free travel to more than 150 countries, including the UK, the EU, and Hong Kong. For the client, it means hassle-free travel for business and leisure. For his son, it unlocks world-class education and new career opportunities.
Why Choose St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship?
Securing Caribbean citizenship through a trusted and authorized agent is essential for ensuring the success of your application. Here is what you get:
- Visa-free travel to over 150 countries, including the UK and EU
- Fast processing with secure and approved pathways
- A reliable citizenship-by-investment option with full legal support
- Eligibility to extend benefits to your family members, including children and parents
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Content
- Antigua & Barbuda Country profile
- Benefits of the program
- Investment requirements
- Investment process
Length
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Language
English & Arabic
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ABOUT ANTIGUA & BARBUDA
CAPITAL
St. John’s
TOTAL AREA
440 km²
POPULATION
93,763
LANGUAGE(S)
English & local dialects
CURRENCY
East Caribbean Dollars (XCD)
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 2.70 XCD
GDP – PER CAPITAL (2022)
USD 19,919
GDP – TOTAL (2022)
USD 1.868 billion
About Antigua & Barbuda
The islands of Antigua and Barbuda are famous for their tranquillity and picturesque landscapes. The abundance of pristine white beaches and turquoise waters is evident through the local saying that Antigua and Barbuda has a beach for every day of the year. Many celebrities, including Oprah Winfrey and Giorgio Armani, have recognised the beauty that this small country in the Caribbean has to offer and own holiday homes on the island.
Antigua and Barbuda is a constitutional monarchy with a British-style parliamentary system of government. An appointed Governor-General represents the reigning British Queen or King as the head of state.
Antigua & Barbuda is also a member of the United Nations, the Organization of American States (OAS), the Caribbean Common Market (CARICOM), the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
- The capital St John is located in Antigua and is the highest point on the island at 1,318 ft. high.
- Antigua is the largest of the English-speaking Islands, is about 14 miles long and 11 miles wide, totalling 108 square miles.
- The islands are the sunniest of the Caribbean islands with average tropical temperatures ranging in the mid 20 degrees to highs of 40 degrees with low humidity all year round.
- Antigua and Barbuda were granted independence in 1981, and the legal system is based on well-respected English law.
- Antigua and Barbuda is a member of the African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States, Association of Caribbean States, Caribbean Community, Non-Aligned Movement, Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States, Organisation of American States, United Nations and World Trade Organisation.
- The economy of Antigua is predominantly dependent upon tourism.
- The currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD) which is pegged to the U.S. dollar. Christopher Columbus named Antigua after a picture in Seville Cathedral, Santa Maria de la Antigua. The name meaning ancient in Spanish.
- English is the official language of the islands, and the people widely speak Antiguan Creole.
- Antiguans believe the island to have 365 beaches – one for each day of the year.
Where is Antigua & Barbuda?
The tropical islands of Antigua and Barbuda are located in the heart of the Caribbean about a thousand miles to the east of Jamaica and half that distance from Trinidad on the coast of South America.
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