Antigua and Barbuda offers eligible individuals and families a route to citizenship through government-approved contributions and investments.
VisaTime helps you assess your eligibility, understand the costs, and choose a suitable investment route.
Established in 2013, Antigua and Barbuda's Citizenship by Investment Programme offers several routes to citizenship, subject to government approval.
US$230,000
National Development Fund
From US$300,000
Government-approved property
Around 6 Months
Indicative processing period
Eligible Dependants
Spouse, children and qualifying relatives
5 Days in 5 Years
Minimum stay after obtaining citizenship
Due Diligence & Interview
Government assessment required
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The programme offers four investment options, including contributions, property purchases, and business investment.
Minimum Contribution
US$230,000
A non-refundable contribution supporting national development.
The minimum contribution applies to individual and family applications, with additional government fees based on family size.
Minimum Investment
US$300,000
Purchase property in a government-approved development.
The property must generally be held for at least five years. Legal and property-related costs are additional.
Minimum Contribution
US$260,000
A contribution supporting the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus.
This option is available to families of at least six members and includes a one-year tuition-only scholarship for one family member.
Minimum Investment
US$1,500,000
Purchase qualifying private real estate approved under the programme.
Joint investments are also permitted, with a combined minimum of US400,000 contributed by each qualifying investor.
The total cost depends on your investment route, family composition, and applicable government fees.
Investment Route
Minimum Amount
National Development Fund
US$230,000
Real Estate Investment
US$300,000
UWI Fund — Family of 6+
US$260,000
Business Investment — Individual
US$1,500,000
Business Investment — Joint
US $400,000 per investor, within a US $5 million qualifying investment
Fee
Amount
Processing — Single Applicant
US$10,000
Processing — Family of Up to 4
US$20,000
Processing — Each Additional Family Member
US$10,000
Due Diligence — Main Applicant
US$8,500
Due Diligence — Spouse
US$5,000
Due Diligence — Dependant Aged 12–17
US$2,000
Due Diligence — Dependant Aged 18+
US$4,000
The UWI Fund contribution includes processing fees for a qualifying six-person family. Passport fees, interview costs, and other applicable expenses may be additional.
Applicants must meet the programme's nationality, financial, medical, and background requirements.
At least 18 years old
Eligible nationality and residence history
Qualifying investment or contribution
Verifiable source of funds
Satisfactory background checks
Required documents and interview
Eligible family members may include:
Spouse: Husband or wife of the main applicant
Children up to 30: Financially dependent children
Adult Children with Disabilities: Subject to applicable support requirements
Parents and Grandparents Aged 55+: Financially dependent relatives
Unmarried Siblings: Subject to programme conditions
Antigua and Barbuda applies additional restrictions to nationals of certain countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.
Limited exceptions may apply based on long-term residence outside restricted countries, migration history, and the absence of economic ties to those countries.
Antigua and Barbuda citizenship provides legal nationality and may support international mobility, family planning, and future flexibility.
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Antigua and Barbuda permits dual citizenship, subject to your other country's laws.
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Eligible family members can be included in the same application.
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No permanent relocation is required, but a minimum five-day stay applies during the first five years.
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The passport may provide access to various destinations, subject to current visa and entry requirements.
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Choose between approved contributions, real estate, and business investment.
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Citizenship can provide lasting benefits, provided applicable legal requirements are maintained.
Current US rules restrict certain new visa applications by Antigua and Barbuda nationals, including visitor and student visa categories. Citizenship does not guarantee US entry.
APPLICATION JOURNEY
Applications are submitted through licensed agents and reviewed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
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Review nationality, family details, financial background, and investment preferences.
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Collect identification documents, civil records, financial evidence, and other required forms.
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A licensed local agent submits the application and applicable initial fees.
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The authorities review the application, conduct background checks and arrange the required interview.
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Following approval, complete the qualifying investment and remaining payments.
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Complete the required formalities, including the oath of allegiance, and obtain citizenship documentation.
Applicants generally need passports, birth certificates, police clearances, medical records and evidence of their source of funds.
Additional documents may be requested depending on individual circumstances.
VisaTime helps you assess your options, understand the costs and prepare your application in coordination with programme partners and licensed agents.
Formal applications must be submitted through a licensed agent. VisaTime does not claim direct appointment by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda.
The National Development Fund route starts at US$230,000. Government processing, due diligence, and other applicable fees are additional.
Processing is commonly estimated at around six months, although the actual timeframe depends on government review and individual circumstances.
Yes. Eligible spouses, dependent children, qualifying parents, grandparents and unmarried siblings may be included.
Permanent relocation is not required. However, successful applicants generally must spend at least five days in Antigua and Barbuda during the first five years after receiving citizenship.
Yes. The minimum qualifying investment is US$300,000 in a government-approved project, with a minimum five-year holding period.
It is an investment route for families of six or more. The minimum contribution is US$260,000 and includes a one-year tuition-only scholarship for one qualifying family member.
Yes. Interviews form part of the programme's screening process, including for applicants and dependants aged 16 or over.
Iran is on the restricted-country list. Some applicants may be considered under limited exceptions involving qualifying residence or migration history and the absence of economic ties to restricted countries.
No. Government processing, due diligence, passport, and other applicable fees increase the total cost.
Share your nationality, family details, and investment goals. VisaTime will help you understand your eligibility and available options.
An initial enquiry, not a legal eligibility decision.
