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ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP

From 2012, interested parties have had the option to apply for citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda in exchange for making a financial investment. You can visit 150 countries without a visa if you have Antiguan citizenship, and you'll have the option to set up shop in the Caribbean

Visa-free travel to 150 countries Fast-track applications within 90 days Low physical presence requirement Required donation from US$100,000

AN OVERVIEW OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Located in the Leeward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean, Antigua and Barbuda are a popular vacation spot thanks to its beautiful tropical islands and 365 beaches. After declaring its independence from the United Kingdom in 1981, the country quickly created a strong government and fair legal system. Almost 60% of GDP in Antigua and Barbuda comes from tourists. There are no taxes on inheritance, capital gains, or income from foreign sources, making the country's personal tax structure all the more appealing.

Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship Benefits

  • Visa-free travel to 150 countries
  • No tax on global income
  • No tax on wealth & inheritance
  • No capital gains tax
  • Retain your current citizenships
  • No need to notify home authorities
  • Five days residency over five years
  • Packages for spouses & dependents
Capital city: St John's Languages: English
Visa free countries: 150 Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar
Total Area: 440 km Population: 100,963 (2016)
Nearest Country: St. Kitts (80KM) Time Zone: Eastern Caribbean (UTC-04:00)

Approach to citizenship in Antigua and Barbuda

Candidates need only meet ONE of the two criteria below.

Option 1: Donation to National Development Fund

  • Single Applicant US$100,000
  • Family of 4 or less US$100,000
  • Family of 5 or more US$125,000

Option 2: Real Estate

  • Minimum Investment from US$200,000/US$400,000 in a government approved real estate development project

Considerations

Applicants must:

  • Be of outstanding character
  • Hold no criminal record
  • Have excellent health

Successfully applicants must be present in Antigua & Barbuda for at least five days within the first five years of obtaining citizenship