Antigua and Barbuda is an independent country in the Commonwealth located in the Eastern Caribbean. This twin-island nation has made significant progress since creating the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) in 2013 to attract foreign investment and boost economic growth.

The islands are well-known for their beautiful scenery, featuring about 365 beaches with clear turquoise waters and soft white sands. Each beach offers its own unique charm and peaceful atmosphere. With lush tropical plants and diverse marine life, Antigua and Barbuda are seen as paradise, bringing in visitors who want to relax or explore.

Tourism is crucial for the economy of Antigua and Barbuda, making up around 60% of the islands’ Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Activities like sailing, snorkelling, and cultural festivals attract tourists and enhance their experience. The main tourist markets are the United States, Canada, and Europe, where people are drawn to the islands’ rich history, friendly hospitality, and pleasant weather year-round.

Besides tourism, Antigua and Barbuda is active in the global community, joining several important international organizations. These include the United Nations, the British Commonwealth, CARICOM (Caribbean Community), and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). Joining these groups shows the country’s commitment to working together for regional cooperation, sustainable development, and tackling critical global issues.

1. Lifelong citizenship

2. Visa-free travel to the UK and Schengen countries

3. 10-year tourist visa for the USA

4. Tax optimization opportunities

5. Global mobility to 152 countries either visa-free, via visa on arrival or with an electronic travel

authorization (eTA)

6. Ability to pass citizenship to descendants

7. Citizenship in a British Commonwealth country

8. Antigua and Barbuda recognizes dual citizenship and does not require applicants to renounce their current citizenship

DONATION TO THE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND

Citizenship acquisition under the NDF investment option requires a one-time contribution to the National Development Fund of a minimum of US$230,000 per application. The primary applicant may include a spouse, dependent children and dependent parents over 55 within the application, with no additional NDF contribution required. The application process is pretty straightforward.

REAL ESTATE

To qualify for citizenship through the real estate option, applicants must purchase property in approved projects valued at a minimum of US$300,000.

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES FUND

The University of the West Indies Fund (UWI) option is a mechanism for financing UWI’s fourth landed campus. Applicants to the Citizenship by Investment Program who choose this option must invest

US$260,000 for a family of six (6) or more (i.e., the minimum number of persons per application is 6).

Participation in the option will entitle one family member to a one-year, tuition-only scholarship at the University of the West Indies. The application process is pretty straightforward.

BUSINESS INVESTMENT

The two business investment options are:

• A principal applicant, on his behalf, invests an approved business of at least US$1,500,000
• A minimum of two persons to make a joint investment in an approved business totaling at

least US$ 5,000,000. Each person is required to contribute at least US$400,000 to the joint investment. An application for Citizenship by Investment may be submitted through an agent on his or her behalf.

Once the business investment is approved, the CIU will consider applications for citizenship. Due to the potentially varied nature of such investments, any escrow agreement will be negotiated between the parties. Yet, the transfer of the investment sums must be made within 30 days of the issuance of an approval letter.

Antigua and Barbuda’s citizenship by investment application process consists of seven steps:

Step 1:

Pre-approval and application session by Certified Immigration Consultants. We will review your application to ensure everything is in order and confirm that it meets the requisite conditions, giving it the best possible chance of being accepted.

Step 2:

Documentation and Submission of Citizenship Application

After vetting documents and approving them for submission, we’ll send them to Antigua and Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) on your behalf.

Step 3:

Government processing and due diligence checks.

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda will process your application and perform due diligence checks, which include checking for criminal records and assessing your ability to provide funds.

Step 4:

Approval in principle

Once your application is approved in principle, you’ll receive a letter confirming that the CIU has officially granted your request for citizenship.

Step 5:

Invest in your selected option.

Submit all the required documentation, pay government fees, and make qualifying investments.

Step 6:

A citizenship certificate will be issued.

After you’ve completed the above steps, you’ll receive a citizenship certificate, officially making you an Antigua and Barbuda citizen.

Step 7:
Passport application.

From submission of the application to receiving the approval in principle, applicants can generally expect a response within 6 months. You are not required to attend an interview, pass tests, or even travel to or reside in Antigua and Barbuda, which helps speed up the process.

Applicants will be informed of the collection date once their application and all supporting documentation have been received and processed.

1. Investor with documented legal income.

2. Spouse

3. Children under 30 (entirely financially dependent on the investor)

4. Parent of the investor and their spouse (55 and older)

5. Siblings of the investor and their spouses.

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