Citoyenneté

Antigua-et-Barbuda Citoyenneté par investissement

The Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme is one of the Caribbean's most established and affordable pathways to a second passport. Launched in 2013, it offers foreign nationals and their families full citizenship — not just residency — through a range of qualifying investment options, with one of the fastest processing times globally.

Full Citizenship Visa-Free 150+ Countries Intégration familiale No Residency Required
$230K
Investissement minimum
164
Pays exemptés de visa
3-6mo
Délai de traitement
4
Options d'investissement

Points clés

Pourquoi choisir Antigua & Barbuda?

Full Citizenship
Antigua & Barbuda grants full citizenship — not merely residency. Investors and their families receive a genuine second passport with all citizenship rights.
Visa-Free Travel
The Antiguan passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 150 countries including the UK, Schengen Area, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Intégration familiale
Spouse, children under 30, parents and grandparents over 55, and unmarried siblings of the main applicant can all be included in one application.
No Residency Required
No minimum stay requirement to obtain citizenship. Applicants only need to visit Antigua & Barbuda for 5 days within the first 5 years.
No Global Taxation
Antigua & Barbuda has no income tax, wealth tax, capital gains tax, or inheritance tax on foreign-sourced income for non-residents.
Affordable & Flexible
One of the most affordable citizenship by investment programs in the world starting from $230,000, with 4 distinct investment options to suit different investor profiles.

Programmes disponibles

Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship Présentation des programmes

Option d'investissement Description Type Investissement minimum Gov. Processing Fee
National Development Fund (NDF) Non-refundable contribution to government fund Citoyenneté $230,000 (family of 4)
$245,000 (5+ members)
$10K single · $20K family of 4 · +$10K/additional
Investissement immobilier Approved real estate · min. 5-year holding · joint purchase allowed Citoyenneté $300,000
$400,000 joint (2 investors)
$10K single · $20K family of 4 · +$10K/additional
Investissement des entreprises CIU-approved business · tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, technology Citoyenneté $1,500,000 solo
$400,000/investor (min. $5M total)
$10K single · $20K family of 4 · +$10K/additional
UWI Fund Family of 6+ · includes 1-year UWI scholarship Citoyenneté $260,000 $10K/additional member above 6
Due Diligence Fees (all options)
Main applicant — $7,000
Spouse — $5,000
Dependents +18 — $4,000
Dependents under 17 — $2,000
Interview fee — $1,500/applicant
Passport fee — $300/passport
Under 12 — No processing fees

Programmes détaillés

Programme Détails

Cliquez sur chaque programme pour afficher les détails

National Development Fund (NDF) From $230,000

The National Development Fund (NDF) option is the most popular and affordable pathway to Antiguan citizenship. The contribution is non-refundable and goes directly to the government's national development fund, supporting infrastructure, healthcare, and education projects across the islands.

The minimum contribution is $230,000 for a single applicant or a family of up to four members. For families of 5 or more, the contribution increases to $245,000. Additional dependents can be added at $15,000 per person.

Min. Contribution (family of 4)
$230,000
Family of 5 or more
$245,000
Additional Dependent
$15,000 per person
Gov. Processing Fee
$10K single · $20K family of 4

The real estate option requires a minimum investment of $300,000 in a government-approved real estate development in Antigua & Barbuda, including private homes and luxury resorts. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of 5 years before the property can be sold.

Two investors may jointly purchase a single property worth at least $400,000 and both qualify for citizenship. Government processing fees and due diligence charges are payable in addition to the investment amount.

Investissement minimum
$300,000
Joint Purchase (2 investors)
$400,000 total
Période de détention
5 ans au minimum
Gov. Processing Fee
$10K single · $20K family of 4

The Business Investment option is designed for entrepreneurs and corporate investors who wish to establish or invest in an approved Antiguan business. The minimum sole investment is $1,500,000. Two or more investors can jointly qualify by investing a minimum of $400,000 each, for a combined total of at least $5,000,000.

Approved industries include tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, and technology. The business must be approved by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) and must contribute to economic development through job creation or measurable economic impact.

Sole Investment
$1,500,000
Joint (per investor)
Min. $400,000 · Total min. $5,000,000
Approved Industries
Tourism · Manufacturing · Agriculture · Tech
Gov. Processing Fee
$10K single · $20K family of 4

The UWI Fund option is exclusively available to families of 6 or more members and requires a non-refundable contribution of $260,000 to the University of the West Indies. In exchange, one family member receives a one-year tuition-only scholarship at UWI.

This option has no additional processing fees for the first 6 family members — making it one of the most cost-effective citizenship pathways globally for large families. An additional $10,000 processing fee applies for each family member above 6.

Min. Contribution
$260,000
Eligibility
Family of 6 or more members
Scholarship Included
1-year UWI tuition for 1 family member
Processing Fee
$10K per member above 6 only

Additional Benefits

Key Benefits & Important Considerations

🇺🇸 10-Year US Visitor Visa
Antigua & Barbuda passport holders can apply for a ten-year US visitor visa, providing significant long-term access to the United States for business and personal travel.
👨‍👩‍👧 Citizenship for Future Generations
Successful applicants can pass Antiguan citizenship down to a future spouse or future children. This right is subject to a $10,000 processing fee per future transmission.
⚠️ Visit Requirement
Antigua & Barbuda is one of the few CBI countries that requires new citizens to visit the country to maintain citizenship. The obligation is minimal — only 5 days over the first 5 years. The government plans to increase this to 30 days in the future.
🚫 Restricted Countries
Nationals of restricted countries may apply only if they migrated before the age of majority and have maintained permanent residence outside a restricted country for at least 10 years with no ties to it.

Restricted: Afghanistan · Iran · North Korea · Somalia · Yemen · Sudan · Russia · Belarus

Élaboration de la documentation

Votre parcours vers Antiguan Citizenship

1
Sélection des placements
Choose between NDF, Real Estate, Business, or UWI Fund based on your profile
2
Documentation
Passport, birth certificate, criminal record, source of funds, medical certificate & photos
3
Dépôt de candidature
Submit application to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) through an authorized agent
4
Due Diligence
CIU conducts thorough background checks on all applicants. Typically 3–6 months
5
Achèvement de l'investissement
Complete qualifying investment upon approval — NDF contribution, property purchase, or business investment
6
Citizenship & Passport
Certificate of Citizenship and passport issued. Full citizenship rights granted to applicant and family

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