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Antigua & Barbuda

CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT

OVERVIEW

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In 2013, Antigua and Barbuda passed its dual citizenship act to promote the country’s economic development by attracting foreign investments. The unique program enables investors from foreign countries to gain full citizenship of the twin-island country through significant contributions/investments towards its progress.

It grants immutable citizenship to the applicant along with an Antigua and Barbuda Passport, without making it mandatory to reside in the country or give up their existing nationality.

Processing time

4 to 6 months (average)

Visa free travel

145 countries including the UK, the EU and Schengen countries, Singapore, Hong Kong, etc.

Investment type

Contribution to the National Development Fund (NDF) or Investment in a Government approved real estate project.

Investment cost

$ 100,000

Family dependents

spouses, children under 30 years & parents/grandparents 55 years/siblings without age restrictions.

Passport/Residency validity

5 years (initially) 10 years (upon renewal)

About Antigua & Barbuda

Known for its pristine beaches lined by coral reefs, this tropical paradise thrives on tourism that makes 80% of the country’s GDP. Besides that, Antigua and Barbuda offers attractive investment opportunities to investors owing to a business-friendly environment and lenient tax legislation.

Geographical Location

Eastern Caribbean Sea (between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean)

Total Area

440km2 or 170 sq/mi

Population

102,012

Capital

St. Johns

Language

English

Government

Parliamentary Democracy (under constitutional monarchy)

Currency

Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Member

UN, CARICOM, OAS, and OECS

Citizenship Program at Antigua and Barbuda

The citizenship program of Antigua and Barbuda is comparatively newer than the other similar initiatives in the Caribbean states to promote investment for development. Post-citizenship, the Antigua and Barbuda Passport allows Visa-free travel to 151 countries, including the UK, the EU and Schengen countries, Singapore, Hong Kong, etc. 

Eligibility

  • Minimum 18 years of age.
  • No criminal record.
  • Pass the Due Diligence examination.
  • Submit detailed medical examination report.
  • Furnish proof of the source of funds.
  • Spend a minimum of 5 days on either of the twin islands for over 5 years.

The citizenship allows applicants to have dependent spouses, children (up to 30 years of age), unmarried siblings, and parents and grandparents (55years or above). 

Investment Type

Contribution to the National Development Fund (NDF) or Investment in a Government approved real estate project.
Investment in Real Estate (USD 200,000 excluding govt. fees)
Business investment (pre-approved)
Contribution in the West Indies Fund (UWI Fund)

Passport Details

Processing time: 4 to 6 months (average)
Validity: 5 years (initially) 10 years (upon renewal)

To know more about the eligibility and other application details on the citizenship program of Antigua and Barbuda, feel free to reach out to our immigration experts at Citizenship Xperts.

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