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Created Apr 21st, 2025
·Last updated Apr 14th, 2026
Antigua Citizenship by Investment
5 DAYS VISIT REQUIRED
3 months time to passport
MINIMUM CONTRIBUTION OF USD 230,000
Overview
Antigua and Barbuda, a Caribbean dual-island nation, boasts year-round tropical weather, pristine natural beauty, and solid infrastructure. Its renowned cuisine, featuring specialties like lobster, makes it one of the most popular destinations in the region.
LANGUAGE
English
TIMEZONE
GMT-4 (AST)
DIRECT FLIGHTS
CURRENCY
XCD
Citizenship
Antigua and Barbuda's passport is the most prestigious passport in the Caribbean along with St. Kitts and Nevis. Visit the US with peace of mind thanks to the the lowest tourist visa reject rate in the Caribbean.
Antigua and Barbuda is perfect for:
- ✓ Investors holding most of their wealth in crypto assets.
- ✓ Spending time in the Caribbean with the 5 days visit requirement.
- ✓ Obtaining a Caribbean passport with great visa-free access.
You can use this passport to:
- • Obtain a local driver's license.
- • Incorporate a local company that pays 0% capital gains tax.
- • Open an account on Binance, Kraken, or other cryptocurrency exchanges.
- • Get a tourist visa in the us – antigua has the lowest rejection rate of the Caribbean.
- • Get a tax ID with a minimum presence of 30 days and a $20k flat tax.
- • Enjoy certain privileges in the UK and other Commonwealth countries.
How often do I need to renew my Antigua and Barbuda passport?
Your first passport will be issued for 5 years. After the first renewal the passport will be valid for 10 years each time.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport
PASSPORT POWER
75
WORLD ACCESS
71%
VISA-FREE DESTINATIONS
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Regulatory framework
The legal basis of this program is contained in the Section 6 of the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Regulations of 2014.
Who is coming?
Save time and money by applying together.
You
United States
Application options
Our expert team has done extensive due diligence on all of the qualifying options to ensure every application made through CitizenX lives up to the highest standards.
Timeline
Government Processing Time
By combining real-time data and predictive analytics, we provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date estimate of how long you can expect to wait before receiving the final approval.
3 months
OFFICIAL PROCESSING TIME
Based on DATA FROM antigua & barbuda Citizenship by Investment applicants in Q4 2025
Required documents
From you
Proof of funds
bank statement from the past 12 months
Wealth statements
employment letter or corporate documents
Bank reference letter
no older than 6 months
Professional reference letter
From each family member(including you)
Passport
ID card
Birth certificate
Proof of address
no older than 6 months
Proof of marital status
(if applicable)
Medical certificate
no older than 3 months
Police records
no older than 3 months, from every country you have lived for more than 1 year over the last 10 years
Procedure
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment program allows you to obtain direct citizenship and a passport in a matter of months. This program is the most crypto-friendly in the Caribbean, allowing you to proof your funds with cryptocurrency.
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program Frequently Asked Questions
Can citizenship be passed down to my future generations?
Antigua and Barbuda allows you to pass citizenship up until your grandchildren.
Do I need to visit Antigua and Barbuda?
No, you can obtain citizenship online from anywhere in the world. However, after your first passport is issued with a validity of 5 years, you will need to visit Antigua for at least 5 days before it expires. This is a one-time visit and you will not need to visit Antigua anymore if you decide so.
Can I use cryptocurrency?
Yes, Antigua and Barbuda accepts cryptocurrency as a source of funds for their citizenship by investment program. You are required to verify only the minimum threshold amount to cover the entire cost of the program. For the contribution payment, there will be a 5% spread to market price if you choose to make it with cryptocurrency.
Which countries' nationals are restricted from applying for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment?
Antigua and Barbuda has restricted persons born in Russia and Belarus from applying for citizenship by investment. Additionally, nationals of Iran, Somalia, North Korea, Afghanistan, Yemen, and Sudan are also ineligible unless they qualify for any of the available exceptions.
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