Step 1: Step 1
Consult with XIPHIAS to assess eligibility and select the best investment route (NDF, approved real estate, or business investment).
Citizenship in Antigua & Barbuda
About Antigua & Barbuda
About Antigua & Barbuda
The Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, established under the Citizenship by Investment Act of 2013, is one of the Caribbean’s most attractive second passport opportunities. Investors can qualify for Antiguan citizenship by making a contribution to the National Development Fund (NDF), purchasing government-approved real estate, or investing in an eligible business project. With a processing timeline of just 3–6 months, the program provides lifetime dual citizenship that can be passed down to future generations. Successful applicants and their families enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 150+ countries, including the UK, Schengen Area, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Antigua & Barbuda is widely regarded as one of the most cost-effective and family-friendly Caribbean CBI programs, combining affordable investment thresholds, a stable political and economic environment, and tax-efficient benefits.
Capital:St. John'sLanguage:EnglishCurrency:XCD (East Caribbean Dollar)
- Population
- 95,000
- Capital
- St. John's
- Language
- English
- Currency
- XCD (East Caribbean Dollar)
- Time zone
- Atlantic Standard Time
- Climate
- Tropical; warm, sunny, and breezy year-round
Why Antigua & Barbuda
Why Antigua & Barbuda?
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 150+ countries, including the UK, Schengen Area, Hong Kong, and Singapore, boosting global mobility with an Antigua & Barbuda passport.
Minimal residency requirement: only 5 days within the first 5 years; citizenship is lifetime, inheritable, and extends to future generations.
Three clear investment routes: National Development Fund (NDF) donation, approved real estate, or business investment, offering flexibility for investors and families.
Family-friendly program covering spouse, children under 30, dependent parents/grandparents, and unmarried siblings under one application.
Dual citizenship benefits with no tax on worldwide income, inheritance, capital gains, or wealth, making Antigua & Barbuda a tax-efficient CBI jurisdiction.
Process
How it works
Step 2: Step 2
Prepare all required documents, including medical records, notarized agreements, and proofs of funds; undergo multi-layer due diligence and interviews.
Step 3: Step 3
Submit the application through XIPHIAS to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) for review and approval in principle.
Step 4: Step 4
Complete the selected investment (NDF contribution, approved real estate purchase, or business investment) upon preliminary approval.
Step 5: Step 5
Take the oath of allegiance, receive the Certificate of Naturalization, and apply for your Antigua & Barbuda passport.
Eligibility — Requirements
Requirements
The following list outlines the core eligibility requirements for this program.
Minimum age: 18 years to qualify for Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (CBI).
Clean criminal record and verifiable source of funds.
Completion of investment via NDF, approved real estate, or business route under the CBI program.
Valid travel documents, medical certificates, and health declarations.
Full compliance with nationality, legal, and sanction requirements.
Applicants must reside in or visit Antigua & Barbuda for at least 5 days within the first 5 years of obtaining citizenship.
Frequently asked questions
Question 1
The Antigua & Barbuda CBI process typically takes 6–7 months, depending on document completeness and due diligence checks.
Question 2
Yes. Family inclusions cover spouses, children under 30, parents or grandparents over 55, and unmarried siblings.
Question 3
Applicants can qualify through a National Development Fund (NDF) contribution, approved real estate investment, or a business investment.
Question 4
Yes. Applicants must visit Antigua & Barbuda for at least 5 days within the first 5 years after citizenship is granted.
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