Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
A family-friendly Caribbean program with flexible investment options designed for larger applications. Strong visa-free access to the UK and the Schengen Area.
Program at a Glance
Key facts for the Antigua and Barbuda program
Antigua and Barbuda is built for families: its USD 230,000 National Development Fund donation covers up to four people at one price, and the University of the West Indies fund is structured for households of six. The passport is among the stronger Caribbean documents, with one modest catch — five days of physical presence within the first five years.
- Processing time
- ~6–9 months
- Visa-free travel
- 150+ destinations
- Minimum investment
- From USD 230,000 (NDF donation)
Figures are indicative and subject to change by the issuing authority. Speak with an Ancova advisor for current pricing, due-diligence requirements, and route-specific eligibility.
Investment routes
Ways to qualify for Antigua and Barbuda
National Development Fund (NDF) donation
USD 230,000 — single applicant or family of four
A non-refundable government contribution; additional dependants add roughly USD 15,000 each.
University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund
USD 260,000 — family of six
Designed for larger families; includes one year of tuition-free university scholarship for one member.
Real estate
From USD 300,000
Government-approved real estate that cannot be sold within five years of acquisition.
Business investment
From USD 1,500,000 (individual)
Direct or joint investment into an approved Antiguan business (joint minimum USD 400,000 each).
Eligibility
Who qualifies
- Main applicant aged 18 or over
- Clean criminal record; passes government due diligence
- Applicants and dependants aged 16+ complete a mandatory virtual interview
- Legally sourced funds covering the investment and all fees
- Dependants: spouse, children under 31, parents/grandparents 55+, and unmarried siblings
- Minimum 5 days spent in Antigua and Barbuda during the first 5 years after citizenship
The process
From brief to passport
- 1
Engagement & document prep
Engage an authorised agent who compiles documents and runs preliminary checks.
- 2
Application submission
The agent files with the Citizenship by Investment Unit and pays processing and due-diligence fees.
- 3
Due diligence & interview
The CIU runs background checks; applicants aged 16+ complete a mandatory virtual interview.
- 4
Approval & investment
On approval, the NDF donation or other qualifying investment is made.
- 5
Citizenship & passport
The CIU issues the certificate of registration and the Antigua and Barbuda passport.
Why Antigua and Barbuda
What this passport unlocks for the principal and family
Family-friendly pricing
The NDF's USD 230,000 covers a family of up to four at no extra cost, and the UWI fund is structured for families of six.
Strong mobility
Access to 150+ destinations including the UK, EU/Schengen, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Favourable tax treatment
No personal income, wealth, inheritance, or capital-gains tax for non-residents.
Minimal residency obligation
Only five days of presence are required in the first five years — low, but not zero.
Broad family inclusion
Spouse, children under 31, parents/grandparents 55+, and unmarried siblings can be included.
Dual citizenship permitted
Antigua and Barbuda allows dual citizenship without notifying your country of origin.
Visa-free highlights
- United Kingdom
- EU / Schengen Area
- Hong Kong
- Singapore
Advisory Approach
Discreet, compliance-led guidance from brief to passport.
The Antigua and Barbuda route is reviewed against your family profile, existing nationalities, source-of-funds documentation, and long-term mobility goals. Ancova coordinates application preparation, due diligence, government liaison, and onward passport issuance.
- Eligibility review tailored to the principal and dependants
- Source-of-funds and source-of-wealth documentation support
- Liaison with approved agents and government channels
- Post-approval handling: oath, passport, and onward planning
This page is general information for educational purposes only and is not legal, tax, financial, or immigration advice. Investment thresholds, processing times, and program terms change; confirm the current details with a qualified Ancova adviser before acting.
Everything You Need to Know
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The minimum is a USD 230,000 National Development Fund donation, which covers a single applicant or a family of up to four, plus due-diligence and government processing fees.
Processing generally takes about 6–9 months, including the mandatory virtual interview.
Holders reach 150+ destinations visa-free or visa-on-arrival, including the UK, EU/Schengen, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Yes — spouse, children under 31, parents/grandparents 55+, and unmarried siblings; the NDF covers a family of four and the UWI option suits families of six.
Yes, but minimal: at least five days in Antigua and Barbuda within the first five years of citizenship.
Yes. Antigua and Barbuda permits dual citizenship and does not notify your country of origin.
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