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US$2. 731 Billion
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Clear blue waters and white, sandy bays play home to the English-speaking islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Life is a party and once here, you may find yourself rubbing shoulders with the who’s who of Hollywood. Be a part of this prestigious Commonwealth country where the frigid Atlantic meets the warm Caribbean.

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The Citizenship by Investment program allows interested parties to gain secondary citizenship in the host country with a minimum investment. This program is ideal for those who wish to start a business overseas or who are looking to start a new life abroad.

Program Benefits

4
Months to Citizenship from
100,000
Donation Amount (USD) from-$
400,000
Real estate Amount (USD) from-$
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KEY ADVANTAGES

The Commonwealth nation of Antigua and Barbuda established the Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program in 2012, in an attempt to encourage more investment in the Caribbean islands. Qualifications for citizenship are:

Once the application is approved, holders of the Antigua & Barbuda passport through the citizenship by investment scheme must prove a minimum residency of five days in Antigua & Barbuda in the first five years.

Non-Eligible Countries: Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Somalia, Yemen, Sudan.

Investment Options

Antigua and Barbuda is a country with 170 sq miles of lush greenery and pristine, sandy beaches. This exotic landscape brings with it numerous investment opportunities for interested parties. The country invites interested persons to apply for the Citizenship by Investment program.
The investment opportunities in Antigua and Barbuda are:

Commercial business investment

Individual investors must invest a minimum of US $1.5 million to start commercial business establishments in the country. Multiple investors can jointly invest USD $5 million and upward in commercial business ventures.

Donation to the National Development Fund (NDF)

Interested applicants have the option of investing in the National Development Fund a minimum non-refundable donation of USD $100,000. All donations must be directed towards the National Development Fund. Solo applicant – $100,000 Family of 4 or less – $100,000 Family of 5 or more – $125,000 In addition to making a qualifying real estate investment, business investment, or monetary contribution, all Antigua Economic Citizenship Program participants must pay the following fees.

Real estate

Each year, the number of residents migrating from the rural regions to the urban centers of the country is increasing, leading to an increase in job creation. Requirements for homes and commercial centers are also on the rise, making real estate a highly lucrative avenue for interested investors. The growing population of residents under age 15 indicates a boom in real estate in the future. Applicants are allowed to purchase real estate in pre-approved developments at a minimum value of US $400,000 (can be reduced to $200,000 for connected investors) plus the payment of government processing fees and due diligence fees. Two applicants can make a joint investment with each applicant investing a minimum of USD 200,000 in order to qualify. They are required to hold the property for a minimum of five years, before resale. Currently, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda is constructing a multi-resort project, Callaloo Cay, which is open for foreign investment.

Fees

Government fees:

Solo applicant
Family of 4 or less
Family of 5 or more

$30,000
$30,000
$30,000 for family of 4 plus $15,000 per additional dependent

Government due diligence fees:

Main applicant
Spouse
Children <12
Children 12 to 17
Children 18 to 28
Dependent parents & grandparents

$7,500
$7,500
Free
$2,000 each
$4,000 each
$4,000 each

Additional fees:

Passport fee – $300 per person

FAQs about Antigua and Barbuda & The Citizenship by
Investment Programm:

Applicants for citizenship by investment in Antigua may include all dependent children under 18 years of age. Children up to 30 years of age may also apply if they are unmarried and financially dependent on the main applicant. Dependent parents and grandparents who are at least 55 years old can be included in an application for economic citizenship. Citizenship by investment in Antigua will also be available to a brother or sister of an applicant as siblings and can now be included in the citizenship application in 2022.

It is not necessary for investors to pay for their Antigua investment properties or make financial contributions to the Antigua Development Fund until they receive an Approval-in-Principle letter from the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program. Should a candidate have already invested money but not qualify for Antiguan economic citizenship, he or she may qualify for a full refund minus appropriate fees.

New investment options were introduced to the Antigua Economic Citizenship Program in May 2020 to help attract large families to the island. By investing USD $150,000 into the University of West Indies Fund (UWI), a family of six can now apply for Antigua passports. Should any member of the family be interested in studying at the University of West Indies, they would also be eligible for a 1-year scholarship.
Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda do not have to pay capital gains taxes or estate taxes, making it a great place to live for an international entrepreneur. Income taxes can vary, but cannot exceed 25%. Only income generated within Antigua and Barbuda is taxed. This means worldwide investments do not result in additional taxes to be paid to the Government of Antigua and Barbuda.

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