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Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Requirements
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.
Who Can Apply
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/future spouse
- Adopted or biological child/stepchild up to the age of 30
- Adopted or biological child/stepchild who is physically or mentally challenged of any age
- Dependent parents, parents in law, grandparents, and grandparents in law aged 55 or older
- Unmarried sibling/sibling-in-law
- Future spouse of dependent child
- Future child of dependent child
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Benefits
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 and 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.
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 and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
There are three qualifying contribution options for the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program:
Contribution to National Development Fund (NDF)
A cash donation to the National Development Fund (NDF). This onetime payment is sent directly to an escrow account, which is managed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit of the government.
Donation for a Single ApplicantUSD 230,000
Donation for a Family of 4 or LessUSD 230,000
Donation for a Family of 5 or MoreUSD 230,000
NDF Processing Fees
For a single applicantUSD 10,000
For a family of 4 or lessUSD 20,000
Incremental amount from 5th dependent onwardsUSD 10,000
Real Estate Investment
A property purchase to the value of $300,000 in a Government Approved Real Estate project.
Minimum investmentUSD 300,000
Real Estate Government Fees
In addition to the purchase of real estate, there are non-refundable government fees to be paid:
Single applicantUSD 10,000
Processing fees (Up to 4 family members)USD 20,000
Each additional dependent from family of 5 and aboveUSD 10,000
Contribution to University of West Indies - Investment Fund (UWI)
The University of the West Indies Fund (UWI) option is a mechanism for financing UWI's fourth landed campus.
Family of 6 (Inclusive of processing fees)USD 260,000
Additional qualified dependent after family of 6 per personUSD 10,000
Due Diligence and Background Checks
There are compulsory background checks payable to the government preferred due diligence agency that will use Interpol, World-Check and other government agencies to screen applicants based on their application.
Main applicantUSD 8,500
Spouse of the main applicantUSD 5,000
Dependents aged 12-17USD 2,000
Dependents aged 18+USD 4,000
Benefactor (if applicable)USD 5,000
Application Process For Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
The expected timeframe for the application process is 4-6 months. The first stage of the document collection can differ in length depending on the applicant's ability to gather the documents. Our team guides this process with samples and best practice advice. The reviewal stage is subject to the respective government schedule and can be impacted by factors which we, as authorised agents have no control over. We collaborate with the government throughout the entire process, and we aim to provide the quickest and smoothest experience for the applicant.
01
Passport pre-screening
We 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.
02
Document collection
Our professional team will assist and advise you with the collection of the documents required according to the government checklist.
03
Application submission
Your 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.
04
Government decision
The due diligence report is issued to the government. The government makes its decision on the granting of Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship.
05
Investment payment
Once accepted you are invited to pay the NDF donation, or if taking the real estate option, pay the balance of your purchase.
06
Certificate & passport
A certificate of registration and passport are issued in your name. The balance of the professional fees is then paid.
Visa-free Countries for Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship
A second passport from Antigua and Barbuda will also grant you access to the Schengen Area, the UK, Switzerland, Hong Kong and most British Commonwealth countries. With a minimum investment of USD 230,000, you can also gain visa-free or visa-on-arrival to over 150 countries with citizenship from this Caribbean country.
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