Citizenship & Residency by Investment | International Mobility Solutions
Antigua & Barbuda
Citizenship by Investment Program
About
Capital: Saint John’s
Population: 92,581
Language: English
GDP per capita: 21.560 USD
Currency: East Caribbean dollars (XCD), tied to USD
1 USD = 2.7 XCD (2014)
Member of the UN, British Commonwealth, Caricom, the OAS
Visa Free Countries: 143 countries including UK, European Union, Hong Kong, Singapore, Brazil, Russian Federation, China, South Africa
Citizenship by Investment Program Overview
In 2013, the Government of Antigua & Barbuda created a Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) to attract investors of good character. Investors who make a substantial investment in Antigua & Barbuda qualify to obtain citizenship and a passport of the country.
Key Advantages
- Economically, legally and socially stable country part of the British Commonwealth with democracy based on the
- British parliamentary system.
- Dual citizenship is allowed.
- No tax on worldwide income. No personal income, estate, inheritance or capital gain tax.
- No restriction on the repatriation of profits and capital.
- Off-shore bank accounts, investments, and companies give unique business and tax planning opportunities.
- Antigua is the travel hub of the region, with direct flights to London, New York, Miami, Toronto, Montreal, and more.
- Home to the most technologically advanced hospital in the Eastern Caribbean and two American medical universities.
- Independent country and one of the most sought-after destinations in the Caribbean, offering quality of life, economic opportunities, quality education, and more.
- Passports can be couriered anywhere worldwide, making it convenient for the investor.
- There are no minimum net worth, education, language, or management experience requirements to meet.
Requirements
The Principal Applicant
Qualifying Dependents
The principal applicant must meet ALL of the requirements below:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have no criminal record or be under investigation.
- Undergo a due diligence verification, which includes background checks and visa history verification.
- Make a significant economic contribution.
To qualify as dependents, applicants must be:
- Children under 31, regardless of their financials means.
Unmarried siblings of the Principal Applicant or Spouse, regardless of their age or financial means. - Parents or Grand-Parents of the Principal Applicant or Spouse, if they are above 55 years of age and financially dependent on the Principal Applicant.
- Current or future spouse and/or children of a dependent child.
- Current or future grandchildren.
Investment Options
Applicants must choose one of the following investment options:
- $230,000 USD to $260,000 USD nonrefundable contribution, depending on family size.
- $300,000 USD or more in a government approved real estate project (held for at least 5 years).
- Invest in a business:
- $1,500,000 USD (one investor)
- $5,000,000 USD (multiple investors)
| GOVERNMENT DUE DILIGENCE FEE | |
|---|---|
| Applicants | Standard |
| Principal Applicant | $7,500 |
| Spouse | $7,500 |
| Child / Sibling 0-11 | $0 |
| Child / Sibling 12-17 | $2,000 |
| Child / Sibling 18+ | $4,000 |
| Dependent parent/grandparent 55+ | $4,000 |
| GOVERNMENT PROCESSING FEE | |
|---|---|
| Investment Choice | Standard |
| NDF and Real Estate (4 persons*) | $30,000 |
| UWI (6 persons*) | $0 |
| *For more persons, a fee of $15,000 per person will apply | |
| OTHER GOVERNMENT FEES | |
|---|---|
| Fee Type | Cost |
| Passport Fee (per person) | $300 |
| Interview Fee (per application) | $1,500 |
Process Overview
Total Processing Time: Approximately 8 months
STEP 1
Application submission + deposit.
STEP 2
Government assesses the application and issues a decision.
STEP 3
After approval, the investment is made.
STEP 4
Citizenship certificates and passports are issued.
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