Antigua & Barbuda

DONATION

$100,000

REAL ESTATE

$200,000

TIME TO CITIZENSHIP

3-4 Months

VISA-FREE TRAVEL

150+ Countries

Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship By Investment Program

The Antigua and Barbuda second citizenship by investment program offers high-net-worth individuals an opportunity to acquire a Caribbean second passport and dual citizenship. Nestled in the eastern coast of the Caribbean in Leeward Islands, Antigua and Barbuda, distinguished by its white sandy beaches and pristine blue waters is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the globe. With an antigua and barbuda second passport, investors will gain the right to travel visa-free to more than 150+ countries including the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Singapore, and more. Additionally, Antigua and Barbuda second passport holders are not required to pay wealth, inheritance, or personal taxes, and are not required to visit or stay in the country before or after the application process.

Antigua is the larger of the two islands with an area of 108 square miles (280 km2) with Barbuda covering an area of 68 square miles (176 km2). Antigua and Barbuda also include a third island named as Redonda, which is an uninhabited nature reserve with an area of 0.6 square miles (1.6km2). The city of Saint John’s located in Antigua is the country’s capital. As mentioned, the country is known for its white beaches, and in fact there is beach of every day of the year.

Whether your requirement for a second passport is for live, work, or business needs, Antigua and Barbuda presents plenty of opportunities in all three respects. To know more about the second passport program or to discuss your requirements, get in touch with our immigration experts today!

VISA-FREE TRAVEL

  • RThe Country lies 1,289 miles (2,074 km) from Florida; 1,723 miles (2,772 km) from New York and 4,048 miles (6,515 km) from London.
  • RIt has excellent airlift with direct flights to and from major international destinations.
  • RAntigua and Barbuda Passport holders can travel to over 150 countries and territories without a visa, including Hong Kong, U.K, Singapore and the European Union Schengen countries.

GOVERNMENT

  • RThe style of Government is one of a parliamentary democracy with a Governor General representing the Queen of England, who is the official Head of State
  • RA Prime Minister is the Head of Government.
  • RThe country is a member of the British Commonwealth and maintains membership in various regional and international organizations including the United Nations.

CULTURE & SPORTS

  • RAntigua and Barbuda is host to several cultural and sporting activities throughout the year
  • RAntigua Sailing Week is a major event on the international sailing calendar: April – May
  • RAntigua Classic Yacht Regatta: April
  • RBarbuda Carnival: May
  • RAntigua Carnival: July to early August
  • RIndependence Festival is a week of celebrations and parades in November

About Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship Second Passport Program

Since its establishment in 2013, Antigua and Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment Program has been globally recognized as one of the most lucrative dual citizenship programs. The program has its legal foundations in the Constitution of Antigua and Barbuda and the Citizenship by Investment Act, No.2 of 2013 and supporting Regulations. The primary purpose of the Program is to encourage direct foreign investment into the country primarily through real estate and other investment as well as contributions to a Government development fund.

Investors are given the opportunity to apply for themselves and their dependents to become lifetime citizens of Antigua and Barbuda in accordance with legal requirements. Dependents include spouses, children up to the age of 30 years and parents and grandparents over 55 years of age.

Benefits of  Antigua & Barbuda Program

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Quick Process – 4 to 6 months to Antigua citizenship

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Full Residence Status including the right to live and work

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Visa Free Travel to over 150 countries including the United Kingdom, the European Union Schengen countries, Hong Kong, Singapore and many others worldwide

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Dual Citizenship is permitted so applicants are not required to renounce their existing citizenship

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Democratic Government offering political stability

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Conducive Investment Environment with good returns on real estate investment

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No Taxation in respect of wealth, capital gains, gifts and inheritances

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Asset Management and Protection through special purpose vehicles such as offshore companies

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Asset Management and Protection by means of trusts and offshore companies

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Excellent Airlift to and from all major countries world-wide

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Pleasant Climate tempered by cooling trade-winds

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Right to Live and Work in many other Caribbean countries

Citizenship Application Process

At Citizenship and Corporate Services (CCS) you are in capable hands. We have a very experienced team of professionals who are intimately knowledgeable about the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program. Clients are afforded personalized and confidential service through our team of dual citizenship specialists. We are industry leaders who have been tested and proven by our clients.

The Principal Applicant must be at least 18 years of age in order to be eligible to make an Antigua and Barbuda citizenship application and must meet the application requirements as well as make the required investment under the chosen Option. He or she may include any one or all of the following dependents in his or her application:

  • Spouse
  • Children under the age of 18 years
  • Children between the ages of 18 – 30 years who are financially dependent on the Principal Applicant
  • Parents and grandparents of the Principal Applicant or his or her spouse who are over 55 years of age and who are living with and financially dependent on the Principal Applicant
  • Unmarried Sibling of the Principal Applicant or his or her Spouse

Applicants are required to submit completed Government application forms together with supporting documents which are based on the particulars of both the Principal Applicant and his or her dependents. Contact CCS Caribbean today
for a personalized list of required documents for you and your family.

The Antigua citizenship application process takes between 3 – 4 months from the date of submission of the application. CCS Caribbean has developed a Streamlined and Interactive Process (SIP) which is very effective and easy for clients to follow. It enables CCS to provide guidance, assistance and advice to its clients throughout the application process, which ensures a very high rate of success. Our Citizenship Specialists monitor the progress of each application at all stages of the process.

Streamlined and Interactive Process (SIP)

 

SIP Step 1: Preliminary CCS conducts one-on-one dialogue with clients to answer questions, clarify elements of the Program as well as determine eligibility. The client and CCS execute an Engagement Letter detailing the services to be provided including a quotation of all fees and costs. Clients choose their preferred option for citizenship and their real estate property if applicable.
SIP Step 2: Preparation and Submission of Application  CCS Citizenship Specialists provide clients with both comprehensive application kits (comprising application forms, checklists, notes and sample documents to guide the preparation of their applications) as well as other assistance and guidance as required. CCS undertakes a robust review of each client’s documents before the application is submitted to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU).
SIP Step 3: Due Diligence & Decision At this stage, the CIU will conduct its due diligence exercise in relation to the application. Any queries emerging from the due diligence process are responded to effectively and quickly. At the end of this process, the CIU will issue one of the following decisions: Approved in Principle; Delayed for Cause or Denied.
SIP Step 4: Issuance of Certificate of Citizenship & Passport Once a client’s application has been approved in principle, the balance of the Government processing fees becomes payable as well as the investment or donation amount. The passport application is submitted to the CIU. Upon satisfaction of these requirements, the CIU issues the Certificate of Registration and passport for the client. CCS ensures that these documents are safely and securely delivered to the client.

A person who falls into any one of the following categories will be deemed ineligible for Antigua & Barbuda citizenship:

  • Has misrepresented the information on his or her application.
  • Is of ill health which means having a contagious disease or major health problems.
  • Has been convicted of a criminal offence that carries a maximum period of imprisonment of over 6 months or is under criminal investigation.
  • Is a potential risk to the national security of Antigua and Barbuda or may bring the country into dispute.
  • Has been denied a visa to a country with which Antigua and Barbuda has visa-free travel and who has not subsequently obtained a visa to the country that issued the denial.

Investment Options And Fees

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Option 1: Real Estate Investment in a Government Approved Project

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda determines which real estate projects meet the established threshold to be designated as approved projects following which they become eligible to participate in the Citizenship by Investment Program. An applicant is only required to make the minimum investment irrespective of the number of dependents that are included in the application. Two or more applicants may together invest in one real estate property on condition that each applicant contributes an amount at least equal to the minimum investment required under the Option. A property acquired under the Real Estate Option may be resold after 5 years following the grant of citizenship or if the owner wishes to sell before the expiration of that period, he or she must purchase another property in an Approved Project.

Minimum Investment

– Payabale upon grant of approval in principle.

$200,000

– Irrespective of the number of dependents that are included in the application.

Due Diligence Fees

– Payable on submission of application

No Due Diligence Fees are payable in respect of dependents 0 – 11 years

-$7,500 – Principal Applicant

 –$7,500 – Spouse

-$4,000 – Parent 58 years and over

-$4,000 – Dependent 18+ years

-$2,000 – Dependent 12-17 years

Government Fees

– Payable on submission of application

10% payable upon submission of the application and 90% upon the grant of approval in principle

– $30,000 – Single person or a Family of up to 4 persons

– $15,000 -Each additional person

Other Applicable Fees
– Passport Fees

Option 2: Donation to the National Development Fund

The National Development Fund (NDF) is a non-profit fund that is subject to parliamentary oversight. It has its legal foundation in Section 42(2) of the Finance Administration Act of 2006 which provides for the funding of Government sponsored projects such as but not limited to public-private partnerships and approved charitable investments.

Minimum Investment

– Payabale upon grant of approval in principle.

– $100,000 – Single Applicant or a Family of 4 or less persons.

-$125,000 – Family of 5 or more persons

Due Diligence Fees

– Payable on submission of application

– No Due Diligence Fees are payable in respect of dependents 0 – 11 years

– $7,500 – Principal Applicant

– $7,500 – Spouse

– $4,000 – Parent 58 years and over

– $4,000 – Dependent 18+ years

– $2,000 – Dependent 12-17 years

Government Fees

10% payable upon submission of the application and 90% upon the grant of approval in principle

– $250 Per person in the application

Other Applicable Fees

– Passport Fees

Option 3: Investment in Business Enterprise

Under this Option, an applicant makes an investment in either an existing or proposed business which has been approved by the Citizenship by Investment Unit. There are two pathways under this Option: (a) Single Person Investment in an approved business; or (b) Multiple Person Joint Investment in an approved business.

Minimum Investment

– Payabale upon grant of approval in principle.

– $1,500,000 – Single Person Investment in an approved Business

$5,000,000 – Two or More Persons making a joint Investmen

Due Diligence Fees

– Payable on submission of application

$7,500 – Principal Applicant

– $7,500 – Spouse

$4,000 – Dependent 18+ years

– $4,000 – Dependent 12-17years

Government Fees

10% payable upon submission of the application and 90% upon the grant of approval in principle

– $30,000 – Up to family of 4

– $150,000 – Family of 5 or more

$15,000 Each Additional Dependent

Other Applicable Fees
– Passport Fees

Option 4: Investment in the University of West Indies (UWI) fund

This option allows the client family to invest in the University of the West Indies Fund to obtain citizenship for the entire family. The fund is only open to minimum family sizes of six persons – if there are less than six persons in the family the client must choose one of the other three investment options. This option also entitles one member of the family to a one year tuition only scholarship at the University of the West Indies.

Minimum Investment

– Payabale upon grant of approval in principle.

$150,000 – Family of 6

 –$15,000 – Each Additional Dependent

Due Diligence Fees

– Payable on submission of application

$7,500 – Principal Applicant

$7,500 – Spouse

-$4,000 – Dependent 18+ years

-$2,000 – Dependent 12-17years

Government Fees

10% payable upon submission of the application and 90% upon the grant of approval in principle

– $30,000 – Already included in the investment amount

Other Applicable Fees
– Passport Fees

Our Citizenship Specialists would be pleased to provide a complimentary fully-customized quotation for you and your family which will detail the costs including professional fees associated with your application for citizenship in St. Kitts & Nevis.

Visa-Free and Visa-On-Arrival Countries

EUROPE

Albania

Andorra

Austria

Belarus

Belgium

Bolivia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bulgaria

Croatia

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Denmark

Estonia

Faroe Islands

Finland

France

Georgia

Germany

Gibraltar

Greece

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Kosovo

Latvia

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malta

Moldova

Monaco

Montenegro

Netherlands

North Macedonia

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Romania

Russian Federation

San Marino

Serbia

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

Ukraine

United Kingdom

Vatican City

EUROPE

Albania

Andorra

Austria

Belarus

Belgium

Bolivia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bulgaria

Croatia

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Denmark

Estonia

Faroe Islands

Finland

France

Georgia

Germany

Gibraltar

Greece

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Kosovo

Latvia

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malta

Moldova

Monaco

Montenegro

Netherlands

North Macedonia

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Romania

Russian Federation

San Marino

Serbia

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

Ukraine

United Kingdom

Vatican City

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Asia

Armenia

Bangladesh

Cambodia

Georgia

Hong Kong

Indonesia

Iran

Jordan

Laos

Lebanon

Macao

Malaysia

Maldives

Nepal

Philippines

Qatar

Singapore

South Korea

Sri Lanka

Timor-Leste

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Africa

Botswana

Cape Verde Islands

Comoros

Egypt

Eswatini (Swaziland)

Gambia

Guinea-Bissau

Kenya

Lesotho

Madagascar

Malawi

Mauritania

Mayotte

Mauritius

Mozambique

Reunion

Rwanda

Senegal

Seychelles

Sierra Leone

Somalia

South Africa

St. Helena

Tanzania

Togo

Tunisia

Uganda

Zambia

Zimbabwe

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North America

Anguilla

Antigua and Barbuda

Bahamas

Barbados

Belize

Bermuda

British Virgin Islands

Cayman Islands

Costa Rica

Cuba

Dominica

Dominican Republic

El Salvador

French West Indies

Greenland

Grenada

Guatemala

Haiti

Honduras

Jamaica

Montserrat

Nicaragua

Panama

Saba

St. Eustatius

St. Kitts and Nevis

St. Lucia

St. Maarten

St. Vincent

Turks and Caicos Islands

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South America

Aruba

Bonaire

Brazil

Chile

Colombia

Curacao

Ecuador

French Guiana

Guyana

Peru

Suriname

Trinidad and Tobago

Venezuela

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Oceania

Cook Islands

Fiji

French Polynesia

Kiribati

Micronesia

New Caledonia

Niue

Palau

Samoa

Solomon Islands

Tuvalu

Vanuatu