Welcome to the Antigua Citizenship by Investment Program, proudly offered by NTL Trust, immigration consultants fully licensed by the Antigua Citizenship-by-Investment Unit to promote the CBI program to international clients.
Trust is very important to us: we aim to be your trusted partners in acquiring a new Caribbean citizenship in Antigua based on real estate investment, business investment or donation.
ABOUT ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA’S CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM
Antigua and Barbuda is a small English-speaking British Commonwealth nation made up of two islands in the Eastern Caribbean sea, a region traditionally known as the West Indies. Antigua and Barbuda and the West Indies are well known in the yachting and cricket communities, boasting a highly developed tourism infrastructure, 365 beaches (one for every day of the year) and – most importantly – a friendly and welcoming environment for newcomers and future citizens.
Antigua is also a declared crypto friendly nation in addition to its offshore banking and finance sectors, besides being famous for production of excellent local Caribbean rum!
Geographically Antigua and Barbuda is situated in the eastern arc of the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles, separating the high seas of the Atlantic Ocean from the calmer Caribbean Sea. But for those who are not seafarers, don’t worry as Antigua’s airport (IATA code: ANU) boasts direct flight connections from North America, Europe and Africa, besides being a long-established regional air hub for inter-island flights.
Also worth pointing out: Antigua is home to one of the campuses of the prestigious University of West Indies. Certain citizenship by investment applicants can qualify for reduced or even free tuition fees at this University that is the top ranked in the region – ask us for details of the University of the West Indies (UWI) Citizenship-by-Investment offering.
The beautiful blue passport carried by Antiguan citizens opens up a world of visa-free access, business, cultural and leisure opportunities for its proud bearers. Would you like to find out how to obtain an Antigua passport and citizenship for you and your family and what is the “cost” of an Antigua passport and Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment? Please read on for more details.
WHY IS THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM SO SUCCESSFUL?
All the factors mentioned above that make Antigua an attractive tourism and business destination combine to make the Antigua CBI (Citizenship by Investment) program one of the most successful Caribbean citizenship by investment programs since its inception in 2013. This is judged in terms of numbers of CBI applications approved and passports issued, as well as revenue for the government that has contributed directly to improving the lives of the islands’ residents.
Although Antigua’s is one of the Caribbean region’s newer Citizenship-by-Investment programs, it has distinguished itself with special and unique features such as being the first crypto-friendly Caribbean economic citizenship program, operating an advanced and well-developed real estate investment program, and the cooperation with the University of the West Indies.
New citizens benefit from a tax-friendly regime, access to a number of international banks on Antigua, and most importantly the Antigua and Barbuda passport with visa free travel to the UK, the European Union and many other countries. (Visa-free access with Antigua passports can change – please verify current information by contacting us.)
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA: PARADISE ON EARTH
The Antiguan coastline is peppered with numerous coves and bays, many with beautiful white sand beaches. Barbuda, a low-lying coral island located 32 miles north of Antigua is sparsely populated and encompasses an expansive lagoon, which is bound by a long undeveloped beach.
Antigua and Barbuda has been a tourism hub in the Caribbean since the 1970’s. This West Indies tourist hub boasts some of the world’s best beaches: 365 of them to be precise. Locals are proud to say that tourists can visit a different beach every day of the year.
The Antigua Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) was approved in 2013. With a new airport terminal opened at St John’s in 2015 to accommodate the many daily flights from Europe and the Americas, tourism development is the principal economic driving force of the country and the CIP. With the Antigua and Barbuda passport, you also receive a residency and the possibility to live in this country and even make it your second home.
THE HISTORY OF THE ANTIGUA SECOND CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM
Early in 2013, the Senate of Antigua and Barbuda voted to establish a Citizenship by Investment Programme to spur economic development in the islands by granting citizenship in return for investments, to foreigners of impeccable reputation and credentials. Antigua has long been an international hub for the West Indies and the new CIP is breathing life into the tourism and financial sectors.
ADVANTAGES OF THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMME
Extensive visa-free travel to 150+ countries.
Quick processing: estimated at 3-12 months, subject to successful due diligence and background checks.
Inclusion of dependent children under 28 years, and dependent parents or grandparents over 58 years.
No taxes on international revenue, wealth or inheritance tax.
Antigua is the first jurisdiction to formally offer Citizenship by Investment to Stateless Persons.
CIP investors can resell property to subsequent CIP applicants, whether in the form of share or unit, passing on the same rights to apply for citizenship.
No requirement to travel to Antigua and Barbuda during the application process. You are however obliged to swear an oath of alliegance in person within your first five years as a citizen of Antigua.
*conditions apply
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR CITIZENSHIP OF ANTIGUA
I. GOVERNMENT DONATION TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND (NDF)
In order to qualify for this route of investment, the applicant makes a non-refundable contribution to the government-controlled National Development Fund (NDF). This non-profit fund is subject to parliamentary oversight to allow for transparency and accountability and will also be audited by an internationally recognized accounting firm.
The investment amount will vary depending on the family size. The statutory application fees (i.e. due diligence and 10% of the government fee) are paid to the Citizenship by Investment Unit prior to submitting an application. Upon approval, the applicant transfers the investment funds contributing to the NDF, to the designated government account via NTL Trust.
The entire process takes approximately 3 to 6 months to complete. Citizenship is granted, upon which NTL Trust will obtain passports and courier them to the client. Of course, if the clients choose to pick up their passports in person, that is even better!
| NDF DONATION AMOUNTS | ||
|---|---|---|
| CONTRIBUTION: APPLICATION COST FOR A FAMILY UP TO 4 | US$ 100,000 | |
| FAMILY OF 5 AND MORE | US$ 125,000 | |
| NDF DONATION AMOUNTS | ||
|---|---|---|
| UP TO 4 MEMBERS | US$ 30,000 | |
| EACH ADDITIONAL DEPENDANT FROM THE 5TH | US$ 15,000 | |
| ESTIMATE NDF QUOTATION FOR A FAMILY OF 4 (2 MINOR CHILDREN = UNDER 12) | ||
|---|---|---|
| CONTRIBUTION | US$ 100,000 | |
| DUE DILIGENCE INVESTOR | US$ 7,500 | |
| DUE DILIGENCE SPOUSE | US$ 7,500 | |
| APPLICATION PROCESSING | US$ 30,000 | |
| DUE DILIGENCE COST PER DEPENDANT 12-17 | US$ 2,000 | |
| DUE DILIGENCE COST PER DEPENDANT 18 AND OVER | US$ 4,000 | |
| PASSPORT FEE PER APPLICANT |
US$ 1,200 |
|
II. REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT
To qualify, the investor must enter into a contract to purchase a government-approved real estate.
There are 3 pathways:
The applicant purchases a government-approved real estate valued at a minimum of US$ 400,000. The minimum holding-period is 5 years.
The applicant purchases a government-approved real estate valued at a minimum of US$ 200,000 with the minimum holding-period of 5 years.
There is also the opportunity to make a joint investment: two applicants may choose to purchase a property together – handled by the same Local Agent – that values no less than US$ 400,000 by each investor making a minimum of US$ 200,000 investment. The minimum holding-period is 5 years.
Once the purchase contract has been signed and the initial deposit (typically 10%) is in escrow in Antigua, the investor may apply for citizenship. The real estate contract is generally contingent upon approval of the application.
Important: The property may not be sold within five years from the grant of citizenship.
Various quality real estate developments in Antigua and Barbuda cater to those investing through the Citizenship by Investment programme and make every effort to ensure ownership is a hassle-free experience. NTL Trust can help to choose among the real estate citizenship-by-investment programs with recommendations in Antigua. Opportunities available typically include high-end boutique hotels, apartments, and more modest hotel properties.
| ESTIMATED REAL ESTATE QUOTATION FOR A FAMILY OF 4(2 MINOR CHILDREN = UNDER 12) | ||
|---|---|---|
| REAL ESTATE PURCHASE | US$ 400,000/US$ 200,000 | |
| DUE DILIGENCE INVESTOR | US$ 7,500 | |
| DUE DILIGENCE SPOUSE | US$ 7,500 | |
| DUE DILIGENCE COST PER DEPENDANT 18 AND OVER | US$ 4,000 | |
| APPLICATION GOVERNMENT FEES FOR A SINGLE APPLICANT, OR FAMILY OF 4 OR LESS | US$ 30,000 | |
III. UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES (UWI) FUND
The UWI Fund is an innovative government-backed initiative designed to fund the prestigious University of the West Indies’ new campus, a leading higher education institution in the Caribbean. Under this program, individuals interested in the Citizenship by Investment Programme must invest US$150,000, which covers a family of six or more people, with a minimum of six individuals per application.
A notable benefit of this option is that it offers one family member a one-year scholarship for tuition at the University of the West Indies. This means that by investing, you secure your family’s future and contribute to the progress of higher education in the region.
| UWI FUND CONTRIBUTION AMOUNTS | ||
|---|---|---|
| A. FOR A FAMILY OF 6 | US$ 150,000 CONTRIBUTION (INCLUSIVE OF PROCESSING FEES) | |
| B. FAMILY OF 7 OR MORE | US$ 150,000 CONTRIBUTION (EXCLUSIVE OF PROCESSING FEES) | |
| PROCESSING FEES: | US$ 15,000 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL DEPENDENT AFTER THE 6TH | |
IV. BUSINESS INVESTMENT
Antigua & Barbuda offers a fourth option of direct investment into an authorised business on the islands.
The required minimum investment levels are as follows:
An individual makes an investment in an approved business of at least US$ 1,500,000 on their own behalf.
A minimum of at least two individuals can make a joint investment in an approved business totalling at least US$ 5,000,000. Each investor is then to contribute at least US$ 400,000 individually.
NB: All potential investors are advised to contact the Antigua and Barbuda Investment Authority (ABIA), through NTL Trust to discuss the details of the proposed investment before initiating business.
NTL Trust has been an authorised agent since the program’s inception and welcomes enquiries from serious individuals who would like to obtain citizenship by investment in Antigua. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and receive personalised guidance from a CBI professional without obligation. Get your Antigua and Barbuda passport, open the world without limits with visa-free travel.
The Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) was established in 2013. It allows foreign investors and their families to obtain Antiguan and Barbudan citizenship by making a significant contribution to the country’s economy.
Some of the benefits of Antigua & Barbuda citizenship are: visa-free travel to over 150 countries, including the UK, EU, Canada, and Singapore; low tax regime; dual citizenship allowed; no residency requirement; access to quality education and healthcare; and a stable political and economic environment.
The processing time for Antigua & Barbuda citizenship varies depending on the investment option chosen and the due diligence process. Generally, it takes between 3 to 6 months from the submission of the application to the issuance of the passport.
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