ABOUT ANTIGUA & BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT
In 2013, the government of Antigua & Barbuda officially launched the citizenship by investment program. Individuals that are above 18 are eligible to apply for this program. In addition, the interested applicant must be in good health condition and without any record of any criminal offense. Potential citizens of Antigua & Barbuda are expected to stay in the country for a minimum of 5 days within the initial 5 years to obtain citizenship. During this stay, the applicant and his dependent(s) will be required to take
the oath of allegiance ceremony.
Furthermore, applicants must invest in real estate projects approved by the government or make a non-refundable donation to the National Development Fund.
Country Statistics
Antigua And Barbuda is a small Caribbean country known for its beautiful and
adventurous landscapes. The country is naturally blessed with beaches. The world celebrated celebrities like Giorgio Armani and Oprah Winfrey, among others, have visited this country and have several holiday homes in Antigua And Barbuda islands.
In 1981, Antigua And Barbuda separated from British rule and became a sovereign nation. It is a member of the British Commonwealth. The country is a constitutional monarchy and operates a parliamentary system of government. The reigning king or Queen is represented in the country by an appointed Governor-General as head of the state.
Aside from being a member of the British Commonwealth, the country is a member of the UN, OAS, CARICOM, IMF, OECS, and World Bank.
Facts About Antigua And Barbuda
- The captivating islands of Antigua and Barbuda are at the north of the equator, in the Eastern Caribbean.
- The country is the biggest of all the English-speaking islands. Its area totals about 108 square miles, 14 miles long, and 11 miles wide.
St John is the Capital of Antigua and Barbuda. It is situated at the peak of the island at 1,318 ft. high. - Among other Caribbean islands, the island of Antigua and Barbuda is the
sunniest, with tropical temperatures of about 20 degrees to 40 degrees and low humidity throughout the year. - The legal system of the country is grounded on English law
- The economy of the country is based on tourism
- Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD) is the official currency of the country
- Christoper Columbus named the country after a picture in Seville Cathedral, Santa Maria de la Antigua.
- The island of Antigua and Barbuda is a member of the African, Caribbean
community, Association of Caribbean States, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States, Non-Aligned Movement, World Trade Organization, United Nations, British Commonwealth, and Organization of Eastern Caribbean States. - The country claims to have 365 beaches, making it one beach for every day of the year.
- English is the main language of the islands. However, the indigenous speak Antiguan Creole.
BENEFITS OF ANTIGUA & BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP
Visa-free Trips
Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda get visa-free access to the UK, most British Commonwealth member countries, Switzerland, and the Schengen States.
Supported by Law
The citizenship program is founded by the country’s law and guaranteed by the
government.
Easy Process
Processing Antigua and Barbuda citizenship are stress-free. However, it takes 6 months to get approved citizenship.
Tax Relief
The island of Antigua and Barbuda take no task on capital gains, international income, wealth, gifts, and inheritance.
Minimal Residency Requirement
A 5-day physical stay in the country within 5 years is the only residency requirement. Applicants should note that this requirement could be fulfilled in parts or at once.
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Citizens of foreign countries are allowed to maintain their nationality and keep up with permanent stay as a resident in the islands of Antigua and Barbuda.
VISA FREE COUNTRIES FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP HOLDERS
Holding citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda grants you access to the UK, Switzerland, Hong Kong, Schengen Area, and most British Commonwealth countries. An investment of $100K is all an applicant needs to get the passport. Citizens can also get visa-free or visa-on-arrival to more than 145 countries.
(Visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries)
- Albania
- Andorra
- Armenia
- Austria
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Bulgaria
- Cambodia
- Cape Verde
- Chile
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Costa Rica
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Estonia
- Ethiopia
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Ireland
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macedonia
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Malta
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Mozambique
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- Nicaragua
- Norway
- Palau
- Panama
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Romania
- Rwanda
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Samoa
- San Marino
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Suriname
- Swaziland
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- Vanuatu
- Vatican City
- Venezuela
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
GUIDELINES FOR APPLICATIONS FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP
Document Screening
We assist you in screening your document in preparation for government approval. For this process to go smoothly, applicants are expected to make a down payment for opening the application. A positive response is expected within 48 hours. We have professionals ready to guide and advise you on how to meet up with the government-required documents.
Submission of Application
We get your application submitted alongside the diligence fees. If the applicant prefers to invest in real estate, we will make a reservation of the applicant’s choice of property. It should be noted that the investment would be refunded if the application is not approved.
Diligence Report and Government Decision
After running a background check on the applicant, the government will issue the diligence report. Then, it is left to the government agency to decide on granting Citizenship or not.
Acceptance and Investment
As soon as the application is approved, the applicant will be invited to pay for the National Development Funds. If the applicant prefers real estate, the purchase balance needs to be paid.
Issuance of Citizenship Certificate
At this point, the applicant is issued the citizenship certificate. Then the balance of the professional fee is settled.
COST FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP
According to the government requirement, for applicants to get qualified for the Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program, any of these two options have to be fulfilled:
1. Donation – PDF Option
Applicants are required to donate to the National Development Funds. The donation is a one-time payment. After that, the payment is sent directly to an escrow account controlled by the government’s Citizenship by Investment Unit. These are the costs for the donation option:
Donation (Up to 4 family members) – USD 100,000
Donation (Family of 5+ members) – USD 125,000
Government fees to pay in addition are as follow:
Processing fees (Up to 4 family members) – USD 30,000
Processing fees for each additional dependant – USD 15,000
2. Real Estate Investment Option
Applicants who prefer this option must make a property purchase worth $400,000 in the government’s approved real estate project. Property that may be purchased includes Hotel shares, Freehold property with title deed, land, or fractional ownership.
The minimum investment under the real estate option will qualify an applicant and the family. After the mandated 5 years, the purchased property may be sold, depending on the applicant’s decision.
Under specific conditions, an investment of $200,000 under the real estate option may also qualify an applicant and the family. If you need more information about this, contact our team.
Minimum amount – USD 400,000
Minimum amount – *USD 200,000
GOVERNMENT FEES
The following government fees must be paid alongside the real estate investment:
Processing fees (Up to 4 family members) – USD 30,000
Processing fees for each additional dependant – USD 15,000
Due Diligence and Background Investigation
Some necessary background investigations are payable to the government choice due diligence agency using Interpol, World-Check, and international government agencies to assist in screening applicants according to their application information.
Main applicant – USD 7,500
Spouse of the main applicant – USD 7,500
Dependent child aged 0-11 – No charge
Dependent child aged 12-17 – USD 2,000
Dependent child aged 18-29 – USD 4,000
Dependent parent aged 58+ – USD 4,000
Notwithstanding, our professional fees, certificate of Citizenship, passport, official application forms, and other disbursements are the only charges inclusive of the cost. A detailed quotation without any hidden charge will be made available.
PROGRAM DURATION
The duration of 6 months is the specified timeframe for the application process. However, the initial duration of document collection could be a bit longer depending on how fast the applicant provides the required documents. We are fully on the ground to assist our client (applicant) pass-through this stage faster with samples and professional advice.
The duration of the renewal stage depends on the availability of the agency that would handle it. We have no regulation over this particular process. However, we assure you that we work with the best Government agencies to hasten the entire process and make our client (applicant) get quick approval.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENT & LEGAL GROUNDWORK
Main Applicant Criteria
- Must be 18+
- Good health condition
- No record of criminal Act
- Clean due diligence investigation
- Government granted approval
- Verified source of investment
- Reside in the country for 5 days within five years of initiating the application
Qualified Dependents
- Spouse of the applicant
- Biological or adopted adult children below the age of 28
- Parents of applicants above the age of 58
*Note that parents and children above 18 are dependent on the applicant.
Legal Groundwork
Citizenship by Investment Program organized by the government of Antigua and Barbuda is highly recognized as a means of getting second citizenship and passport with Antigua & Barbuda.
After approval by the parliament, Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment was launched according to Section 6 of the Citizenship by Investment Act, 2013 (Act No. 2 of 2013). In 2014 the Act was amended and compounded by the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Regulations.