Antigua & BarbudaAntigua and Barbuda is a beautiful country encompassing its 2 namesake islands and several smaller islands. The country is famous for reef-lined beaches, rain forests and resorts. The currency is Eastern Caribbean Dollar. Antigua and Barbuda is a member of the UN, Commonwealth nations, CARICOM and the Organisation of American States (OAS). Antigua and Barbuda passport holders can travel to 154 destinations without a prior visa, including the U.K. and the countries of the Schengen area, according to the Henley Passport Index 2026.
Residence program
No dedicated investor residence program found. Standard residence permits apply, so contact us for options.
Citizenship program
Citizenship by investment from US$230,000.
Investment Name
Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment program
Minimum Investment
USD 230,000
Qualifying Investments
- Non refundable donation option (Minimum USD 230,000 )
- Real estate investment (Minimum USD 300,000)
- Approved business investment US$ 1.5 million per person or collective business investment total of US$ 5 million, $400,000 per person
Visa type:
Direct citizenship certificate and passport issued (no voting rights)
Processing time
12 to 20 months
Residency Requirements
Visit country just for 5 days in 5 years time
Permanent Residency
Not Applicable
Citizenship
Immediate through the investment program. Otherwise after 7 years of residence.
Family and Children
Spouse, children can be included under one application.
Restricted Countries:
Afghanistan, Iraq, North Korea, Somalia, Yemen, and citizens of Iran cannot apply.
Exception: If you are national of these countries but have PR status in UK, USA and Europe, you can apply for this program.
Grounds of Refusal
If the applicant has…
- provided false information on his application
- has a criminal history record.
- is the subject of a criminal investigation
- is a potential national security threat
- is, or is likely to be, involved in any activity likely to cause disrepute to the country.
- has been denied a visa to a country with which Antigua has visa-free travel arrangements (UK, EU Schengen etc..) and has not subsequently obtained a visa to the country that issued the denial.
- if you are national from a country where the trade embargo has been imposed.
- failed due diligence test.
Antigua Passport
Antiguan passport holders can visit 154 destinations without a prior visa, according to the Henley Passport Index 2026.
Dual citizenship
Allowed
Last reviewed November 2026. Programme rules change often, so confirm details with us before investing.