Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Requirements

National Development Fund (NDF) Contribution

Antigua & Barbuda offers one of the Caribbean's most family-friendly Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs, allowing investors and their families to obtain citizenship and a second passport through a qualifying contribution or investment.

Applicants may qualify through the following options:

National Development Fund (NDF)

• Starts from USD 230,000 contribution

Government Approved Real Estate Investment

• Minimum Investment – USD 300,000

• Investment must be held for a minimum period of 5 years

University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund

• Special contribution option designed primarily for larger families

The contribution route remains the preferred option due to its simplicity, affordability, and faster processing. 

Associated Costs

Apart from the qualifying investment, applicants should consider government and professional fees.

Government Due Diligence Fees

• Main Applicant – USD 8,500

• Spouse – USD 5,000

• Dependents aged 12 years and above – USD 2,000

Professional & Legal Fees

Legal and advisory fees generally start from USD 8,000 – 15,000 depending upon family composition.

Passport & Oath Fees

Additional passport issuance charges may apply.

Eligibility and Requirements

To qualify for Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

✔ Be at least 18 years old

✔ Maintain a clean criminal record

✔ Demonstrate legal source of funds

✔ Pass enhanced due diligence checks

✔ Complete a mandatory virtual interview

✔ Submit medical certificates and supporting documents

✔ Spend a minimum of 5 days in Antigua & Barbuda during the first 5 years to maintain citizenship status.

Applicants are not required to reside permanently in Antigua & Barbuda. 

Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship Benefits

Antigua & Barbuda provides investors with a strong second passport and excellent family inclusion benefits.

✔ Direct Citizenship and Passport

✔ Processing within 3 – 6 Months

✔ Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 150+ Countries

✔ Visa-free travel to the UK, Schengen Area, Singapore and Hong Kong

✔ No worldwide income tax

✔ Dual citizenship permitted

✔ Family members can be included in a single application

✔ Citizenship can be passed to future generations

✔ Remote application process available