Choose from four routes, with the National Development Fund contribution starting at US$230,000, plus applicable fees. Applications are assessed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit(opens in a new tab), known as the CIU, under the programme's eligibility and due diligence requirements.
Citizenship creates a lasting connection with the country and the right to make a home there. We help you compare the investment routes, consider a family application and arrange the appropriate professional assistance.
Antigua and Barbuda citizenship investment options
The investment amount is only one part of the overall cost. Due diligence, passport issuance and other applicable charges must be included in a quotation. Property purchases also have transaction costs, while business investments require their own commercial assessment.
Family eligibility for citizenship by investment
Eligible family members may include a spouse, qualifying children aged 30 or below, supported parents or grandparents aged 55 or above, and unmarried siblings.
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The 2024 Regulations also provide for supported children, parents or grandparents with specified disabilities irrespective of age, and certain spouses and children of eligible dependants. Conditions apply to each category, including parental or guardian consent where a minor sibling is included. Family relationships and any support requirement applicable to the category must be documented. Confirm the treatment of each person with the licensed agent before selecting a route or calculating the application cost.
Citizenship programme fees and application costs
For the NDF, real estate and business routes, the published processing fee is US$10,000 for a single applicant or US$20,000 for a family of up to four, with US$10,000 for each additional dependant.
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The UWI route has its own inclusive fee structure. Published due diligence fees are US$8,500 for the main applicant, US$5,000 for a spouse, US$2,000 for a dependant aged 12 to 17 and US$4,000 for an adult dependant. No due diligence fee is charged for children aged 11 or below. A benefactor may attract a separate charge. Allow also for the interview fee of US$1,500 per application under the CIU's interview guidance and the initial passport fee of US$300 per person. Professional fees and any transaction costs are additional. Review the CIU schedule of fees(opens in a new tab) and obtain an itemised quotation for your family and route, with each public charge identified separately.
How to apply for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship
Applications must be submitted through a CIU-licensed agent. An authorised representative of our Embassy may assist with the preparation and coordination of a case within the scope of their authorisation.
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The process involves documentary checks and independent due diligence. Under the CIU's interview guidance, applicants aged 16 or above are interviewed virtually, normally in a family session arranged through the licensed agent. Requests for further information may follow. Approval is not automatic, and a processing estimate is not a promised completion date. After approval, the required investment and outstanding payments must be completed within the applicable deadlines. Citizenship registration, the oath of allegiance and passport arrangements then follow the prescribed procedure.
Citizenship responsibilities after approval
Citizens must comply with the physical-presence and other continuing conditions applicable to their grant. Confirm those conditions with the CIU before submitting a new application and before planning travel or passport renewal.
Failure to meet an applicable requirement may have consequences for citizenship as well as passport renewal.
Antigua and Barbuda passport ranking in 2026
The Antigua and Barbuda passport ranks 24th in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, with access to 154 destinations without a prior visa in the ranking checked on 23 October 2026. This international reach supports travel for holidays, family visits and permitted business activities.
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The total of 154 destinations without a prior visa includes visa-free travel, visas on arrival and electronic travel authorisations under its methodology. The United Kingdom offers visa-free visits with an ETA, while eligible travellers can also access Canada by air through its eTA programme.
Visa free destinations and electronic travel options
Explore the visa-free destinations below, together with the United Kingdom's ETA arrangements and Canada's conditional eTA route. The list concerns ordinary Antigua and Barbuda passports and short visits.
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Visa free destination list
Europe
- Albania
- Andorra
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Kosovo
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Netherlands
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russian Federation
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Ukraine
- Vatican City
Americas and Caribbean
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Dominica
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Jamaica
- Panama
- Peru
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Venezuela
Africa
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Eswatini
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Rwanda
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Asia
- China
- Hong Kong
- Palestinian Territories
- Philippines
- Uzbekistan
Oceania
- Fiji
- Kiribati
- Micronesia
- Vanuatu
United Kingdom and Canada
Canada's eTA option covers air arrivals and air transit for temporary stays. Check Canadian eTA eligibility(opens in a new tab) and UK ETA guidance(opens in a new tab).
Arrival forms and visitor registration
Additional destinations with arrival-form or visitor-registration arrangements include Dominican Republic, Malaysia, Seychelles and Singapore. Complete the destination's applicable registration or authorisation before departure.
The destination list is compiled from Passport Index country entries; the Henley ranking and total are reported separately using Henley's methodology. Travel authorisations, permitted stays and entry conditions vary. Check the destination's official guidance for your journey.
Explore the current country entries(opens in a new tab).
Passport ranking and travel arrangements checked on 23 October 2026.
Citizenship and tax residence
Citizenship and tax residence involve separate requirements. Plan your personal and business arrangements with advice suited to your circumstances and any continuing connections abroad. See our residence and tax planning guide.
Discuss your application
Tell us about the people you wish to include and the investment route you are considering. We can help you identify the information needed for an informed initial assessment.