Caribbean • Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship
$230,000+
Investment amount
6+ months
Processing time
5 years
Investment return
The Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment program was launched in 2013. Applicants can get citizenship by investing at least $230,000 through one of four options: contribution to a state fund, donation to a university fund, real estate purchase, or business investment.
Family members can obtain citizenship with the investor, including a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings. Investors must spend at least 5 days in Antigua and Barbuda within the first 5 years after obtaining citizenship.
9 benefits of Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
The passport allows visa-free travel to 150+ countries, including Schengen states and the UK.
The passport allows visa-free travel to 150+ countries, including Schengen states and the UK.
Citizens can leave their country of residence quickly without visa delays in emergencies.
Antigua and Barbuda does not tax personal income, inheritance, or capital gains.
Investors may move to or visit the country without visas and stay as long as they wish.
Antigua and Barbuda citizens can travel visa-free within CARICOM member states.
The process takes 6+ months and allows including eligible family members.
The country recognises dual citizenship.
Real estate or business investors may return invested capital after 5 years.
Families of six or more can use the university contribution option with favourable terms.
One investment, citizenship for all
Investment options for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
Antigua and Barbuda offers four investment options, and it is the only Caribbean country providing an option specifically designed for large families.
Non-refundable contribution — $230,000+
Contributing to the National Development Fund is the least costly option for single investors and families of up to five people. The contribution is non-refundable.
| Fee item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contribution | $230,000+ to National Development Fund |
| Eligible family composition | Single investor or families under programme rules |
| Refundability | Non-refundable |
Real estate purchase — $300,000+
Investors buy shares and properties in government-approved real estate projects. They can sell the property in 5 years and return the money.
| Fee item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Investment route | Government-approved real estate |
| Minimum investment | $300,000+ |
| Return profile | Potential resale according to statutory holding period |
Donation to a higher education institution — $260,000
The option is designed for families of at least six people. Any family member under 29 can study for a year at a university for free. The contribution is non-refundable; processing fees are included.
| Fee item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Donation amount | $260,000 |
| Target institution | Approved higher education institution |
| Family profile | Designed for larger families under programme criteria |
| Refundability | Non-refundable |
Business investments — $400,000+
There are two investment paths:
| Fee item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Business investment | $400,000+ |
| Investment route | Approved business project under CBI framework |
| Return profile | Depends on business performance and legal structure |
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship
Visa-free travelling to 150+ countries and opportunities to decrease the tax burden
The Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment program was launched in 2013. Applicants can get citizenship by investing at least $230,000 through one of four options: contribution to a state fund, donation to a university fund, real estate purchase, or business investment.
Family members can obtain citizenship with the investor, including a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings. Investors must spend at least 5 days in Antigua and Barbuda within the first 5 years after obtaining citizenship.
Muhammad Shoaib
Head of the Immigration Department
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