ANTIGUA & BARBUDA

Program Overview

• Processing Time: 6-9 months

• Global Mobility Access: 154 countries 

• Application: Remote process

• Residency Requirement: 5 days within 5 years of gaining the citizenship 

• Interview: Virtual interview required

• Minimum Investment: US $230,000

  
  

Where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean, Antigua & Barbuda is a twin-island nation known for its reef-lined beaches, investor-friendly environment, and strong global standing. Established in 2013, its government-backed Citizenship by Investment Program enables individuals and families to obtain citizenship through a qualifying investment or contribution with global mobility benefits and a clear pathway to long-term flexibility. 

Investment Options

• National Development Fund (NDF): A non-refundable contribution starting from US $230,000, supporting national development initiatives

• University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund: A non-refundable contribution starting from US $260,000, for a family of six and above

• Real Estate Investment: An investment starting from USD 300,000 in a government-approved real estate project

  
  

Including Family Members

Applicants can include:

• Spouse

• Unmarried children under 30 years

• Parents and grandparents over 55 years, financially dependent on the main applicant

• Unmarried siblings of the main applicant or spouse

  
  

Who Can Apply?

• Age: Main applicants must be at least 18 years old

• Investment: A minimum qualifying investment is required

• Eligibility: The main applicant must demonstrate legitimate proof of source of funds, and all applicants must have no criminal record

• Due Diligence: All adult applicants are subject to a background check, including an interview conducted online or in-person

  
  

Advantages

• Remote Application Process: The application process is straightforward with no language requirements

• Global Mobility: Access to 154 countries worldwide

• Limited Residency Required: Applicants are required to spend a minimum of five days in Antigua & Barbuda within the first five years of holding citizenship 

• Tax Benefits: No personal income tax, wealth tax, gift tax, inheritance tax, orcapital gains tax

• Dual / Multiple Citizenship: Applicants may retain their existing citizenships

• Investment Post-Approval: Investments are made only after conditional approval. Real estate investments may be resold after five (5) years

• Education Opportunity: Through the UWI Fund option, one dependent may enroll as a full-time student at the University of the West Indies and receive one year of tuition-free education

• Lifetime Citizenship: Citizenship is granted for life and can be passed on to future generations