Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship
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Starting USD 230,000
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (CIP)
Economic Citizenship
The CIP program is trusted program legally run by government for over 10 years offers direct citizenship for investments.
Family Citizenship
Cheapest CIP for families. Include siblings, parents, grandparents with spouse and children in same application..
Global Mobility
Antigua passport is recognized in 190+ countries worldwide with visa free previleges to 145+ nations.
Antigua & Barbuda is one of the most beautiful island nation in Caribbean with beautiful white beaches and lush forests visited by millions every year to enjoy summer vacation.
.The Government of Antigua and Barbuda officially launched citizenship by investment program in 2013 to attract foreign investors who can directly acquire citizenship and passport by donation to a charity or through purchase of real estate. The Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) of Antigua and Barbuda was established following parliamentary assent to the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Regulations 2014. The CIP requires a person to make a significant economic contribution to the Country. In exchange, and subject to stringent application procedures, including thorough background checks, the applicants and their families are granted citizenship.
We are pleased to inform that we assist business clients in acquiring passport in Antigua and Barbuda with minimum formalities, the easy way through our specialists in real estate.
Antigua Citizenship
Best Caribbean passport program offers lifetime citizenship to foreign clients who invest in the country under donation USD 230,000 (from 2024) and under Real Estate (USD 300,000). The processing time is very fast within 4-6 months.
Visa Free Travel
Antigua citizenship and passport offers visa free travel to 150 countries and territories including EU schengen area, UK, Russia and more. The complete list of countries is listed in another page of this website.
Secure and Trusted
A Safe and secure program known for high reputation legally run by government for over 13 years, trusted by Global investors. The Antigua passport initially issued with 5 year validity can be easily renewed later by paying a very small fee ($350).
Antigua Real Estate
Antigua real estate is a best recoverable real estate investment but the minimum is $200,000 plus additional expenses. We work with many Government approved developers in the Antigua and Barbuda. We assist clients with full hand holding service.
Key Benefits
Explore the distinct benefits of becoming a dual citizen of Antigua and Barbuda.
No Visit
No physical presence or visit required for citizenship.
Low Residence
No initial residence requirements.
Free Movement
Access visa free benefits in 140+ countries and territories worldwide.
CARICOM
Become a Caricom national and enjoy free movement in Caricom member nations.
Processing Times
Applications are processed in 4-6 months
No Taxes
No wealth, inheritance, personal income taxes.
Dual Citizen
Become a Caricom national and enjoy free movement in Caricom member nations.
Commonwealth
Access to Commonwealth citizenship benefits becoming a citizen of Antigua.
Plan B
A Great second passport as a hedge against global uncertainties.
Licensed Agent
We are authorized agents for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment program. We closely work with lawyers, property developers, agents, banks, travel companies and investment advisors in the islands.
Why Work with us?
We assure you safety for your money, smooth sailing and peace of mind.
- Established brand with 15+ years experience.
- Highly qualified citizenship and investment advice.
- Low fees compared to market price.
- We have our own office in Antigua.
- No brokers or intermediaries charging you high fees.
- Licensed agents. Trusted in the industry.
- Specialised focus on CIP applications.
- Transparent full disclosure of costs. No hidden fees.
- No illegal discounting or shortcuts.
- Strict compliance and vetting standards.
- We support you for life with post citizenship services.
- Legal support through our lawyers.
Investment Routes
Three investment pathways eligible for Antigua citizenship by investment
NDF Fund
One time donation to National Development Fund
$230,000 onwards
Real Estate
Invest in Five star luxury hotels and resorts. Condos, Residences also available.
$300,000 onwards
UWI Fund
One time contribution to University of West Indies Fund. Tailor made to Family of six or more.members.
$260,000 onwards
Why Antigua CBI?
Here is what makes Antigua citizenship so special..
- Second most powerful Caribbean passport with visa free access to 150+ nations
- Excellent support through embassy and consulates worldwide.
- Antigua is the cheapest CBI passport for families up to 4 children.
- A Stunning Caribbean country with white sand and blue waters for exotic holidays.
- Antigua now upgraded all passports to biometric passports.
- Bitcoin or cryptocurrency not officially accepted for CIP.
- A Great Backup passport for Americans and Europeans.
- Lifetime citizenship upto five generations for family and children with one time investment.
- Direct citizenship in Caribbean country without residence.
- Visa free travel to 145+ countries incl EU schengen countries including UK and Ireland (ETA).
- No wealth, inheritance, personal income taxes.
- No personal visit required
- No requirement to live in Antigua before getting citizenship.
- No tests, business experience or language exams.
- Streamlined fast processing time for citizenship.
- Best second passport for international travel.
- Free movement in the caribbean CARICOM countries.
- Freely hold dual or multiple citizenship with other countries.
- Establish a second home in Antigua.
- Tax free country for citizens who live abroad.
- Antigua has second most powerful caribbean passport for Global mobility.
- Excellent support through embassy and consulates worldwide.
New Price Increase from Aug 1, 2024
Pursuant to Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Regulations 2024, the new threshold of investments are.
NDF Donation
- For a family of 1 to 4, the minimum investment threshold will be US$230,000 (up from $100,000)
- For a family size of 5 or more, the minimum threshold will be US$230,000
UWI Fund
The minimum threshold will be US$260,000 (from previous $150,000)
Real Estate
The minimum threshold will be US$300,000 (up from $200,000)
What’s New?
- Mandatory interviews for principal applicant and children.
- 5 day residence requirement reinstated.
- UWI fund open for family of six or more provide huge savings
- Oaths can now be taken at Antigua consulates worldwide.
- No government discounts or financing.
- Siblings under 18 can apply under family application.
Antigua and Barbuda
Qualifying Investments
Under the Amended Citizenship Investment program rules, there are following investment options stipulated by government:
- National Development Fund – USD 230,000 one time donation (or)
- University of West Indies Fund – USD 260,000 option effective from May 2020 for family of six or more
- Antigua Real Estate – USD 300,000 investment in approved real estate (or)
- Antigua Business Investment – USD 1,500,000 or more
*Additional Govt processing fee, Due diligence fee.
The CIP passport is granted for 5 year validity period after that it can be renewed. To renew after 5 years, you must have visited Antigua for about 5 days.
National Development Fund (NDF)
The National Development Fund (NDF) is a non-profit fund established under section 42(2) of the Finance Administration Act 2006 for the purpose of funding government sponsored projects, including public-private partnerships and approved charitable investments.
- Single Applicant – US$230,000 contribution
- Family of 4 or less – $230,000 contribution
- Family of 5+ – $230,000 contribution
Processing Fee
- Single Applicant – US$10,000
- Family of 4 or less – $20,000
- Additional person – $10,000
Due Diligence Fee
- USD $ 8,500 investor
- USD $5000 for spouse,
- USD$ 2,000 per dependent 12-17 age,
- $4,000 per dependent age 18 and over
University of the West Indies Fund
he Government of Antigua introduced the fourth University of West Indies Fund (UWI fund) option after a cabinet decision is currently open for applications. The new university campus is expected to bring economic benefit to the new Five islands campus of UWI and will inspire many youths to pursue tertiary education in the OECS region. Foreigners can qualify for Antigua citizenship by making $260,000 one time contribution to the UWI fund.
The University of the West Indies Fund (UWI) option is a mechanism for financing UWI’s fourth landed campus in Antigua. This fund is tailored for family of six people or more.
- Family of Six – US$260,000 contribution (inclusive of processing fees)
- Family of Seven+ – US$260,000 Contribution plus $10,000 for each additional dependent
In addition to citizenship, one member of the family entitled to a one year, tuition only, scholarship at the University of the West Indies campus.
Due Diligence Fee
- USD $ 8,500 investor
- USD $5000 for spouse,
- USD$ 2,000 per dependent 12-17 age,
- $4,000 per dependent age 18 and over
Antigua Real Estate Investment
Antigua and Barbuda is a bustling property market due to uptick in cruise and holiday tourism arrivals giving investors excellent ROI. Real estate investments are eligible for citizenship in Antigua.
- Minimum USD 300,000* invested in shares, fractional ownership or freehold properties.
- Must be government approved.
- Cannot be sold for 5 years
- Buyback available.
- Excellent rental income with capital appreciation.
- Investors get 2-4 weeks free vacation.
*We have our own inhouse real estate specialist assisting all our clients with easy paperwork in purchasing a real estate in Antigua and Barbuda.
Government Processing fee
Single – $10,000
Family of four – $20,000
Additional – $10,000 per person
Due Diligence Fee
- USD 8,500 investor
- USD 5000 for spouse,
- USD 2,000 per dependent 12-17 age,
- USD 4,000 per dependent age 18 and over
We offer some of the best real estate projects available in Antigua (CIP approved properties)
- Hodges Bay Resort & Spa
- Deppie Bay Villas (English Harbour) includes CIP fees
- Amavi Beach Resort & Spa
- Nonsuch Bay Resort
Joint investment also possible with each contributing US$300,000 for real estate. Please note there is additional processing fee for real estate and business option. It does not apply for NDF which is the cheapest option.
Unique offer – We offer $300,000 buyback shares (fully refundable investment after 5 years with returns paid) in hotels and resorts currently built in Antigua & Barbuda.
Discover Premium Real Estate
Government Approved Properties with Citizenship
Turtle Bay, Antigua
Deppie Bay Condominiums
- Location: Turtle Bay, Antigua
- Government Approved: Yes
- Price: $320,000 All incl.
- Citizenship: Included
- Ownership: 50% Ownership
- Rental Income: Available.
- Type: Furnished condos.
- Property Appreciation: Yes.
USD 325,000 All incl.
Hodges Bay, Antigua
Hodges Bay Resort
- Minimum Investment: $300,000
- Ownership: Fractional share
- Four Star Hotel & Spa
- Buyback: Available
- Government Approved: yes
- Citizenship: yes
- Resale: After 5 years.
Starts USD 300,000
Business Investment
The Antigua and Barbuda Investment Authority (ABIA) approves businesses, whether existing or proposed, for the purposes of investment in business under the Citizenship by Investment Program. The two business investment options are:
- Single Investor – Make an investment in an approved business of at least US$ 1,500,000 on their own behalf.
- Joint investment: At least two persons propose to make a joint investment in such an approved business totalling at least US$ 5,000,000, and each of those persons individually propose to contribute atleast US$400,000 to the joint investment an application.
- Processing fees: US$20,000 for family of four or less and US$10,000 for each additional dependent
The application process similar to NDF, upon submission of your application you will be asked to pay the due diligence fees and 10% of the government processing fees. Upon receipt of a letter of approval you will be asked to pay the balance of the government processing fees and your business investment amount within a 30 day period. Due to the potential varied nature of such investments any escrow agreement will be negotiated between the parties yet transfer of the investment sums must be made within a 30 day period from issuance of an approval letter.
Free Brochure
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Due Diligence
Applicants are thoroughly vetted via multilayer background checks before being approved of citizenship.
Oaths
Once the file is approved, oaths must be taken in Antigua or at consulates before citizenship is granted.
Interviews
Mandatory in-person virtual interview required for principal applicant, children and dependents above 16 years.
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship
Processing Time
4-6 months
The current processing time taken by authorities is around six months. Any Missing or incomplete documents further delay the timeframes.
Licensed Agents
You can safely work with us. We are Appointed by Government of Antigua and Barbuda market, promote and disseminate information on the Citizenship by Investment Programme. They provide you with their expert guidance, explain the application process in detail, and assist you in preparing your application and associated documentation.
Application Forms
Latest format of up to date applications forms are provided to you by authorized agents upon request.
Required Documents
We help you to prepare the supporting documents required for submission to CIP unit.
Property Search
Our real estate experts can help you with search and locate properties that match your specific criteria in Antigua.
Legal Advice
Our team of lawyers can provide you highly qualified advice with citizenship and immigration matters.
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship
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