ANTIGUA & BARBUDA

CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM

Antigua and Barbuda is a member of the United Nations, the British Commonwealth, CARICOM and the Organization of American States (OAS) among many other international organizations.

The head of state of Antigua and Barbuda, since 1952, is Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.

Summary of Citizenship by Investment Program:

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda created a Citizenship by Investment Program to attract investors of good character. These investors would make a substantial contribution to Antigua and Barbuda, thereby channeling capital into national development. The Citizenship by Investment Program allows applicants to become citizens of Antigua and Barbuda only by participating in any investment program approved by the Government.

The criteria for enrollment in the program are:

  • The applicant must be at least 18 years old & possess a valid passport.
  • Applicants must pass a Due Diligence examination, and have no criminal record.
  • Applicants must complete a medical examination.
  • Payment of Application Fees and Government Fees.
  • Applicants must make also a qualifying investment in Antigua and Barbuda:
    • USD $100,000 one-time contribution to the National Development Fund if it is a family of four (Limited Time Offer) in addition to Government fee and Legal and Administrative fee.
    • USD $125,000 one-time contribution to the National Development Fund if it is a family of five or above (Limited Time Offer) in addition to Government fee and Legal and Administrative fee.

OR

  • Minimum USD $400,000 in a Government-approved real estate project (held for at least 5 years);

OR

  • Minimum USD $150,000 one-time contribution to the University of West Indies Fund for family of six at least.

Dependents:

Family applications will be considered to include the following family members:

  • A spouse of the main applicant.
  • A child of the main applicant or of his spouse who is less than 18 years of age.
  • A child of the main applicant or of his spouse who is at least 18 years and less than 30 years of age and who is in full time attendance at a recognized institution of higher learning and fully supported by the main applicant.
  • A child of the main applicant or of his spouse who is at least 18 years of age, who is physically or mentally challenged, and who is living with and fully supported by the main applicant.
  • Parents of the main applicant or of his spouse above the age of 55 years living with and fully supported by the main applicant.
  • Unmarried siblings of Principal Applicant OR Spouse (no age limit, can be divorced, widowed, or never previously married)

Benefits:

  • Antigua and Barbuda citizenship is for life and not revocable.
  • Faster Government processing, Approval in approximately 4-6 months.
  • Antigua and Barbuda recognizes dual citizenship, and does not require people to renounce their current citizenship.
  • Antigua and Barbuda passport-holders enjoy visa-free travel to many countries worldwide.
  • Off-shore bank accounts, investments and companies give unique opportunities for business and tax planning.

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