Caribbean
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
Established under the Citizenship by Investment Act of 2013, the programme offers eligible applicants and their families a route to citizenship through approved contributions, real estate or business investment.
Citizenship planning for multi-generational families and global mobility
Launched in 2013, the programme presents four routes: a National Development Fund contribution, approved real estate, approved business investment and a University of the West Indies Fund option for families of six or more. Route selection should consider family size, capital use and the required holding period.
The reference page highlights visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 150 destinations, dual citizenship, multi-generational family inclusion and no language, education or interview requirement.
Four Approved Investment Routes
National Development Fund contribution
From USD 230,000- Non-refundable contribution to the National Development Fund.
- Funds support public infrastructure, healthcare and education.
Approved real estate
From USD 300,000- Purchase in a government-approved project.
- A minimum five-year holding period applies.
Business investment
From USD 1.5 million individually- Joint investors may contribute at least USD 400,000 each to an approved enterprise totalling USD 5 million or more.
- The enterprise must support qualifying local economic activity.
University of the West Indies Fund
From USD 260,000- Designed for families of six or more.
- Includes one year of tuition for one family member and family processing fees.
Eligibility Requirements and Programme Features
Eligibility Requirements
- Main applicant aged 18 or above.
- Lawful source of funds and full due-diligence disclosure.
- Qualifying investment maintained for the required period.
- Applicant and included family members satisfy current programme checks.
Programme Features
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 150 destinations.
- Dual citizenship is permitted by the programme.
- Spouse, dependent children, parents and grandparents may be included where eligible.
- No language, formal education or interview requirement is highlighted by the reference programme.