Antigua and Barbuda

Cost of investment: from 100 000 USD

The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program was adopted by both Houses of Parliament in March 2013, allowing foreign investors to acquire citizenship under certain conditions.

Applicants receive irrevocable citizenship and a passport without the need to reside in the country or renounce their current citizenship.

About the country

Processing time:

3 - 6 month

Return on investment:

5 years

Visa-free regime:

151 countries

Antigua and Barbuda is a twin state located between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. It is one of the most developed countries and the 9th largest country in the Caribbean.

The country has been part of the Commonwealth since 1981. The official language is English. Its idyllic beaches, breathtaking scenery and vibrant surroundings make it one of the best destinations in the Caribbean.

Antigua’s economic and political stability is reflected in the country’s development in tourism and business services, making it a premium investment destination sought after by many celebrities such as Robert De Niro, Oprah Winfrey and Eric Clapton.

GET ALL THE ADVANTAGES THAT THE PROGRAM OFFERS

The ability to live in Antigua and Barbuda or other Caribbean countries without time and time limits

Short-Stay Visa Waiver to EU (90 days), UK (180 days), Singapore (30 days), Hong Kong (90 days)

Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda can obtain a B1 / B2 tourist visa in the United States for 10 years

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 151 countries

You do not need to take an exam on the knowledge of the language and history of the country

There is no need to reside in the country, except for the requirement to come to the country for 5 days to obtain a passport

No need to give up valid citizenship

Real estate investments are paid only after obtaining citizenship approval

Incentive packages including corporate tax breaks, full import duty exemptions, tax breaks and export breaks

The ability to open a bank account in reliable banks around the world with an Antigua and Barbuda passport

No taxes on world income, inheritance and dividends received in other countries. There is no capital gains tax

Confidentiality of business ownership, private property and financial assets

Antigua and Barbuda for life

COST

To be eligible for the citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda through its Citizenship by Investment program, you must sel ect one of the investment options to choose fr om:

One applicant or a family of 4

100 000 USD
State fees

30 000 USD
Family of 5 or more

125 000 USD
State fees

30 000 USD + 15 000 USD for each additional applicant more than 5

Minimum investment in real estate (it is necessary to hold the investment object for at least 5 years)

200 000 USD + government fees
Main applicant

50 000 USD
Spouse (spouse)

50 000 USD
Every dependent family member under the age of 18

25 000 USD
Every dependent family member between the ages of 18 and 30

50 000 USD

More detailed

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda conduct mandatory background checks on applicants for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship. For this purpose, a Due Diligence agency is appointed, which uses various international and local data sources such as Interpol, World-Check and other government agencies and whose services are paid for.
Main applicant

7 500 USD
Spouse / spouse

7 500 USD
Dependent family members aged 12 to 17

2 000 USD
A dependent family member between the ages of 18 and 30

4 000 USD
Dependent parent over 55

4 000 USD

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Requirements for candidates

The minimum age is 18 years
No criminal record
No open visa denials

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING CITIZENSHIP

Our task is to simplify the collection of documents as much as possible, and if necessary, we receive documents for the client without his participation. A serious advantage of Antigua and Barbuda is that all documents are reviewed and verified remotely.

1

PRELIMINARY CHECK

1 WORKING DAY

A lawyer checks investors' documents who knows about all the nuances of due diligence checks. He looks for facts in the personal or business background that may interfere with obtaining citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda.

Due Diligence pre-screening reduces the risk of denial of citizenship after verification up to 1%. The verification is confidential. The investor only provides a passport.
2

Preparation of documents

2 to 4 weeks

The lawyers draw up a list of required documents. The investor provides passports, certificates, statements and other personal and financial papers. Lawyers certify copies, fill out forms, prepare affidavits and other documents to apply for participation in the program.
3

Due diligence

From 3 months

When the package of documents is ready, the lawyers send it to the Department of Citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda. There is Due Diligence: specialists check the reputation and finances of the applicants. Experts study the investor’s documents, check information about him and his family in international databases.

All family members over 12 years old are tested.
4

Approval and fulfilment of the investment condition

Up to 30 days

As soon as approval is received, the applicant fulfils the investment condition: transfers money to a fund, buys real estate, invests in a business.
5

Obtaining a passport

Up to 4 weeks

A passport and a certificate of naturalization are produced within 4 weeks from the date the investment is credited. They are sent to the investor’s address.
6

Oath

1 day

The investor and all adult members of his family must take an oath. This can be done by video link, at the consulate or during a personal visit to Antigua and Barbuda.

Citizens are required to come there in the first 5 years and spend 5 days in the country.