Antigua and Barbuda grants full citizenship, including a passport and the right to live and work in the country, to eligible foreign applicants who make a government-approved investment.
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Act, first enacted in 2013 and amended in 2014 and 2024, provides the legal foundation for the country’s citizenship by investment program, supported by detailed regulations under Chapter VI.
Antigua and Barbuda grants full citizenship, including a passport and the right to live and work in the country, to eligible foreign applicants who make a government-approved investment.
Under the current Antigua and Barbuda citizenship legislation, applicants can qualify for citizenship by making a minimum contribution of US$230,000 to the National Development Fund (for up to four persons) or by investing at least US$300,000 in a government-approved real estate project, along with applicable government fees.
At least 18 years of age
Law-abiding with good character, no serious criminal record or history of visa/citizenship denial
In good health, with medical certification showing no contagious diseases
Provide legal and verifiable proof of funds and pass strict due diligence checks
Applicants may include their spouse, dependent children (up to age 30).
Parents or grandparents (aged 55 and above), unmarried siblings.
Future spouse as dependents.
All dependents must meet the criteria of financial or physical dependency.