Antigua and Barbuda have a size of 442 square kilometers and a population of over 80,000 which makes it the ninth largest country by size in the Caribbean. The economic citizenship program of the country facilitates the comfort of visa-free travel to more than 100 countries. Antigua & Barbuda recognizes dual citizenship which brings advantages for business expansion and tax relief. There are other benefits as well such as:

Citizenship by Investment Program of Antigua and Barbuda was established in 2012. Applicants must acquire one of the following investment options to qualify for citizenship applicants.

• Having an outstanding character
• Holding no criminal record.
• Having a high personal net worth.
• Having excellent health.
• Residing with the family members who are also the applicants for at least 5 days within 5 years.

Individuals born in countries of Antigua & Barbuda’s restricted countries list (Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Somalia, Yemen, Sudan) but have migrated before maturity or have maintained permanent residence in Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates for at least 10 years and maintained no economic activity with the restricted countries may qualify for application.

Citizenship by investment program promotes economic growth, attract developments, increases foreign direct investment to the country, supports the development of infrastructure and provides for a sustainable future. Investors have several options to choose from, to qualify for the program.

Individuals with high net worth may choose to make a monetary contribution of US$100,000 (up to four people), or US$125,000 (five people and more) to the National Development Fund or an approved charity.

In this option the main applicant may include a spouse and all qualified dependents, however government and due diligence are applicable for each individual included.

To avail this option an investment of US$1.5 million is required. Two or more applicants may make a joint business investment with an individual contribution of at least US$400,000 and a total investment of at least US$5 million.

For an investment of US$150,000, a family of six is eligible to apply for citizenship. The investment amount includes processing and government fees. The customary due diligence fees do apply for each qualified dependent. Also, one member of the family receives 1-year scholarship at the University of West Indies.