ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM

HOW TO OBTAIN ANTIGUA CITIZENSHIP THROUGH INVESTMENT

The citizenship by investment programme for Antigua and Barbuda provides a second passport to investors offering visa-free travel to over 161 countries including the UK, EU Schengen zone, Hong Kong and Switzerland. There are several options for investment to gaining citizenship in Antigua. Investors can choose to contribute $230,000 to the Antigua National Development Fund or invest $300,000 in a government approved real estate project. Applicants also have the option to invest $1.5m in establishing a business ($5.0m for two or more investors).

WHY CHOOSE CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDA?

Citizenship by investment in Antigua and Barbuda is one of the fastest-growing online search phrases. Antigua and Barbuda is an independent member state of the Commonwealth, with King Charles III serving as Head of State. The year-round tropical climate draws a diverse group of international citizens, making the country an ideal spot to integrate. With daily direct air connectivity from North America and Europe, as well as being the center of elite sailing, Antigua is a global crossroads, albeit a laid-back natural utopia.

The Antigua Citizenship by Investment Program stands out due to these benefits:

  • Fastest processing in the Caribbean.
  • Best value of all the Caribbean citizenship programs.
  • Visa-free travel to more than 150 countries.
  • No requirement to travel during application.
  • Dual and lifetime Citizenship.
  • No capital gain or estate taxes.
  • Confidentiality, include a spouse, unmarried siblings, children up to 29 years, parents over 55 years.
  • Stress-free lifestyle in one of the most comfortable climates in the world.

INVESTMENT OPTIONS

The four routes to citizenship in Antigua are:

GOVERNMENT DONATION US$230,000 AND UP

The benefit of this route is the lower upfront cost.

REAL ESTATE PURCHASE US$300,000 AND UP

The best route in the medium term because you can resell the property and earn rental income in between.

BUSINESS INVESTMENT US$400,000 AND UP

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UNIVERSITY DONATION US$300,000

This includes a family of 6 or more. Granting one member of the family a 1-year and tuition-only at the University of the West Indies.

 ANTIGUA  CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT  REQUIREMENTS

In addition to making the necessary investment or donation there are several requirements that applicants must meet when applying for Antigua and Barbuda’s Citizenship programme.

Family Requirements

Family members can be included in the application for citizenship. The main investor can include:

  • Spouse
  • Dependent Children up to 30 years
  • Dependent parents over 55 years,
  • Unmarried siblings of the principal applicant, or of his or her spouse.
Due Diligence Requirements

All applicants will need to be of good character and undergo the government’s due diligence formalities: Investors must provide

  • Police Reports – evidence of a clean criminal record
  • Have no outstanding visa refusals
  • Various documentation, including financial documents, employment/ business documents, ID, proof of address
Minimum Stay Requirements

Once applicants have successfully obtained Citizenship in Antigua there is a minor minimum stay requirement to spend at least five days in Antigua within the first five years. Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda have the right to live, work or study in Antigua, if they wish to. There is no interview or language test required and the entire application can be completed remotely.

PROCEDURE FOR THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM

The government authority responsible for administering the program, the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), is responsible for the processing and thorough examining of all applications.

The CIU undertakes strict due diligence checks and will decline an application if the applicant makes a false statement or omits any relevant information in the application. The documentary requirements of the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program are reasonable, and the procedures are straightforward. Once the application has been approved, main applicants and dependents aged 16 and older are required to attend mandatory virtual interviews. Passports can then be collected in Antigua and Barbuda.

Successful applicants are required to reside in Antigua and Barbuda for a minimum of five days during the first five years of obtaining citizenship. Under the real estate option, the time frame may vary depending on the project. Therefore, it is important to select a real estate project that can provide the necessary paperwork required from the developer for the citizenship application.

INVESTMENT APPLICATION PROCESS
APPLICATION

Compile application requirements and determine investment route.

SUBMISSION

Submit application for review
and due diligence.

DETERMINATION

Approval in principle or rejection, usually within 90 days.

CONCLUDE INVESTMENT

Balance of investment and
fees payable.

CITIZENSHIP GRANTED

Passport issued, usually
within 30 days.

ABOUT ANTIGUA & BARBUDA

The favorable growing conditions and plentiful marine life make the country’s culinary experiences fresh and delicious, and the abundance of outdoor activities make for a very healthy lifestyle.

It is no surprise a mix of internationally famous politicians, entertainers, and fashion designers live here in some of the most beautiful homes in the Caribbean. Antigua levies no capital gains or inheritance taxes and there is no tax on income generated outside the country.

These tax benefits make the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program one of the most sought after in the world.

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

  • Capital – St. John’s
  • Total Area – 440 sq. km
  • Population – approximately 100,000
  • Language – English
  • Currency – Eastern Caribbean Dollar
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HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT IN ANTIGUA?

Applications for Antigua’s Citizenship by Investment programme typically take around 8-9 months to be processed from the date the applicant’s file is submitted to Antigua’s Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU). Most applicants take an average of 2-6 weeks prior to this to gather all their documentation. Gs in-house processing team will assist applicants with this entire process and the application can be filed remotely, no need to travel. See the FAQ’s below for a more detailed breakdown of the timeframe.

FAQS ABOUT ANTIGUA & BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP

The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program grants citizenship to individuals and their families through significant economic contributions.

Investment options include acquiring desirable real estate, a significant contribution to the islands’ National Development Fund or the University of the West Indies, or the direct purchase of an eligible business.

The minimum investment starts at USD 230,000 for a contribution to the National Development Fund.

Processing times for citizenship by investment applications may vary. Please contact us to find out more.

Yes, the main applicant can include their spouse and dependent children as well as dependent parents and siblings in their application.

Venture beyond the usual options with us. the Caribbean citizenship by investment program. Use your resources wisely and apply for economic citizenship today.

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