Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program, introduced in 2013, is among the newest in the Caribbean.
Global citizens can acquire citizenship with a minimum investment of $100,000. The program offers four options: contributions to a state fund, university fund, real estate purchases, and business investments.
Investors can sell the property acquired through the program after five years, recouping their investment while potentially earning rental income during the ownership period.
Family members, including the main applicant’s spouse, children, parents, and siblings, are eligible to obtain citizenship alongside the investor.
Antigua and Barbuda provides a unique investment opportunity for families of six or more, who can contribute $150,000 or more to the University of the West Indies Fund. This option is more cost-effective than other Caribbean CBI programs and includes a one-year tuition-free study at the university for one family member.Investors are required to spend at least five days in Antigua and Barbuda within the first five years of obtaining citizenship.
Benefits of Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
Visa-Free Travel to the Schengen Area and the UK
The Antigua and Barbuda passport acts as a Schengen visa, allowing holders to enter Schengen countries and stay for up to 90 out of 180 days. It also permits stays in the UK for up to 180 days per year. The passport offers visa-free travel to over 150 countries.
10-year US visitor visas
Antigua and Barbuda citizens can obtain a 10-year B-1/B-2 visitor visa for the USA, allowing up to 180 days of stay per year for travel, conferences, business meetings, and medical treatment.
"Safe haven" abroad
With an Antigua and Barbuda passport, investors can leave their country of residence without a visa and at short notice, providing security during political or economic crises, pandemics, or other threats.
Tax Optimisation
Antigua and Barbuda exempts personal income, inheritance, and capital gains from taxation. Tax residents also enjoy exemptions on dividends, interest, and royalties.
Visit Antigua and Barbuda Anytime
Investors can relocate or visit Antigua and Barbuda without a visa and stay indefinitely. The islands' warm climate, beautiful sandy beaches, and stunning views attract celebrities and visitors alike.
Extended Rights in Other CARICOM States
As a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Antigua and Barbuda offers its citizens access to a single market with 15 member states, enhancing travel and investment opportunities without the need for visas.
Second Passports for the Whole Family
Citizenship by investment in Antigua and Barbuda can be obtained in just over three months, with a remote application process that excludes language or history tests. Spouses, children under 30, parents over 55, and unmarried siblings can be included in the application.
Right to Keep Another Passport
Antigua and Barbuda recognizes dual citizenship, allowing investors to retain their original citizenship unless prohibited by their home country.
Investment Return
Investments in real estate or business can be recouped after five years (or almost immediately with some workarounds), offering financial flexibility and potential returns.
Special Offer for Big Families
The University of the West Indies Fund option is tailored for families of six or more. A family member under 29 can study at the university for a year free of charge.
Who can get Antigua and Barbuda citizenship?
Over 18
No criminal records or prosecutions
No serious illnesses
Stable income / Proof of funds
Capable of confirming the legality of the income
Opposite sex
No criminal records
In full-time attendance at a recognised secondary or tertiary-level institution of learning
Fully financially dependent on the investor
Over 65
Living with and fully supported by the main applicant
Investment options for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
Antigua and Barbuda offers four investment options, including a unique program tailored specifically for large families, making it the only Caribbean country to do so. We provide two of these investment options, as the other two are usually less optimal for our clients.
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