Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Name: Antigua and Barbuda
Capital: Saint John's
Population: 94,209 (2025)
Official Language: English
Total Area: 442.6 sq km
Age Demographics: 0-14: 22.91%, 15-24: 16.6%, 25-54: 42.03%, 55-64: 10.13%, 65+: 8.32%
GDP (Per Capita): 26,400 USD
Timezone: UTC-4
Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Population Growth: 1.20%
Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Obtain your Caribbean citizenship and travel visa-free to 152 countries around the world.
Mostly Online Process
3-4 Month Application Process
Starting at $230,000
The largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands draws visitors with its stunning beaches of soft white sand and crystal-clear azure waters. Join the celebrities who have made it their winter retreat and become neighbors to Robert De Niro, Eric Clapton, and many others.
Qualifications
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program was introduced in 2012. To qualify for citizenship, applicants must meet one of the investment requirements and satisfy the following criteria:
Be of outstanding character
Hold no criminal record
Have excellent health
Possess a high personal net worth
Reside in the country for 5+ days within 5 years
Undergo a Due Diligence interview if 16+ years old
Restricted Countries Caveat
Individuals born in countries listed on Antigua & Barbuda’s restricted countries list, but who migrated before reaching the age of maturity and/or have maintained permanent residence in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, or the United Arab Emirates for a period of no less than 10 years, and have not maintained economic ties to any restricted country, may qualify for application.
Tax-Free & Crypto-Friendly Jurisdiction
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment program is popular partially to being a tax-free and crypto-friendly nation. Travel freely, work, and live in Antigua & Barbuda as well as other CARICOM countries without the need for a visa or work permit, and enjoy a crypto-friendly jurisdiction with none of the usual taxes.
Why Choose Antigua and Barbuda
With a land area of 44,000 square kilometers and a population exceeding 90,000, Antigua and Barbuda is the largest country by size in the Caribbean.
Through its economic citizenship program, you and your family can enjoy the convenience of visa-free travel to over 150 countries.
Benefits of Being Part of a Commonwealth Country
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to many countries
Eligibility for the UK’s Youth Mobility Scheme
Right to vote in the UK if legally residing there
Eligibility for Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships
Educational cooperation and access to academic networks
Equal treatment in some Commonwealth countries
Consular assistance from other Commonwealth countries
Shared legal and democratic traditions
Commonwealth diplomatic support in international forums
Favorable treatment in UK universities
Networking opportunities through Commonwealth events
Investment Options
As part of its proactive efforts to support investors, the government has implemented the Citizenship by Investment Program as a strategy to stimulate economic growth, encourage development, and boost foreign direct investment into the country.
National Development Fund Contribution or Charitable Donation
High net worth individuals may choose to make a monetary contribution of $230,000 (up to 4 people) or $245,000 (5+ people) to the National Development Fund or an approved charity.
Real Estate Investment
Applicants may purchase property with a value of $300,000 in a pre-approved real estate development area. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of 5 years.
Property registration, processing fees, and taxes may be paid in addition to the property purchase.
Business Establishment
Applicants may invest $1.5 million to establish a business and qualify to apply for citizenship.
Two or more applicants may make a joint business investment where the individual threshold must be a minimum of $400,000 and the total investment must be a minimum of $5 million.
University of West Indies Fund
For an investment of $260,000, a family of 6 is eligible to apply for citizenship. The investment amount includes processing and government fees. Customary due diligence fees apply for each qualIfied dependent.
In addition, one member of the family is entitled to a 1-year scholarship at the University of West Indies. Additional government processing fees are applicable for larger families.
Application Fees
Fees are based on the number of dependents, country of origin, residence and other retained services, plus service and legal fees related to the submission of a citizenship and passport application for the applicant.
The advisory fees are non-refundable and are payable in two equal installments
Additional Fees
Applicants and their families must also pay the following non-refundable fees depending on the size of the family and the preferred investment option:
Application Processing Fees
$10,000: Single Applicant
$20,000: Family (Up to 4)
$10,000: Each Additional Dependent
Processing Fees (Future Add-Ons)
$50,000: Spouse/Additional Dependent 18+
$10,000: Additional Dependent Under 5
$25,000: Additional Dependent 6-17
Due Diligence Fees
$8,500: Main Applicant
$5,000: Spouse
$2,000: Dependent 12-17
$4,000: Dependent 18+
Interview Fees
$1,500: Per Application
Biometric passport fees are $300 per person. Additional bank fees (1%) are applicable.
Steps and timeline
Step 1 - Client Qualification & Pre-Screening
Client qualification, KYC pre-screening and onboarding.
File preparation. Designated Agent issues pre-approval letter.
Advisory and due diligence fees are due at this step
Step 2 - Citizenship File Submission
Citizenship file submission.
Step 3 - Approval-in-Principal Letter
Government’s Citizenship-by-Investment Unit issues an Approved in Principle letter.
Step 4 - Investment Option Selected
Investment made in selected option. Payment of government fees, if applicable.
Step 5 - Passport Requested & Issued
Submission of passport application. Passport issued.