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Citizenship by Investment
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Citizenship by Investment
Antigua & Barbuda
Strong value for families — a flat government fee for a family of up to four, with visa-free access to 150+ countries.
Fund contribution (NDF), from
$230,000
Real estate, from
$300,000
Realistic timeline
3–6 months
Passport validity
5 years
Presence requirement
5 days within the first 5 years
Open to RF/RB citizens
No
Overview
Antigua & Barbuda is one of the most family-friendly citizenship programmes in the Caribbean: the National Development Fund contribution starts at $230,000 for a single applicant, and the government processing fee is flat (from $30,000) for a family of up to four.
Citizens enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to more than 150 destinations, including the UK and the Schengen Area. The only obligation is to spend at least five days in the country during the first five years of citizenship.
Key benefits
- Flat government fee (from $30,000) for a family of up to four
- The EU now treats running a CBI scheme as grounds to suspend visa-free Schengen access — check the current status before relying on it
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 150+ countries
- Citizenship for life, transferable to descendants
- No tax on worldwide income, wealth or inheritance
- Dual citizenship permitted
Investment options
- National Development Fund (NDF) donation from $230,000 (single applicant)
- Government-approved real estate from $300,000 (held 5 years)
Questions and answers
How much does Antigua & Barbuda citizenship cost in 2026?
As of October 2026, Antigua & Barbuda citizenship starts from a $230,000 contribution to the National Development Fund, or approved real estate from $300,000. The government duty is fixed for a family of up to four (from $30,000) rather than charged per person, which makes Antigua good value for families. It does not accept RF/RB citizens.
How long does Antigua citizenship take?
As of October 2026, Antigua & Barbuda citizenship realistically takes 3–6 months. The law sets no deadline for the state's decision; it sets one for the applicant — the balance of the processing fee is due within 30 days of the approval notice.
Do I have to visit Antigua?
Yes, briefly. As of October 2026, Antigua & Barbuda requires a citizen to spend 5 days in the country within the first 5 years of citizenship. There is no other residence requirement.
Is Antigua a good choice for a large family?
As of October 2026, Antigua is the Caribbean programme Aftera points large families to: the government duty is flat for a family of up to four, and a separate route via the university fund (UWI) exists for families of six or more. Passport validity is 5 years; visa-free reach is about 150+ destinations.
Are there US visa restrictions for Antigua passport holders?
Yes. Aftera reported in August 2026 that the US cut the B-1/B-2 tourist visa for Dominica and Antigua & Barbuda passport holders from 10 years to 3 months with a single entry, and applied the same logic to student, exchange and work visas. Conditions for Saint Kitts, Saint Lucia and Grenada were not changed.
Read more
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Last reviewed: October 2026. Figures are indicative starting points; programme terms change — confirm on consultation.