Initial Contact
The team will conduct an initial due diligence check on each applicant to assess their suitability for the chosen programme.
A passport copy and utility bill will be required from each applicant.
About
Antigua and Barbuda are 2 Caribbean islands located approximately 650km southeast of Puerto Rico. The islands are members of the Commonwealth Realm and host a population of just 98,000 people. The country is famous for hosting 365 beaches – a different beach for every day of the year.
The citizenship by investment programme for Antigua and Barbuda was established in 2013 and is regulated under the laws contained in the Citizenship by Investment Act.
The donation and real estate investment options are the most popular routes to acquire citizenship.
Benefits of 2nd Citizenship
No Residency Requirements
No Interview Requirements
No Language Requirements
Dual Citizenship is recognised
Limited taxation; no wealth, gift, foreign income or capital gains tax
Visa free travel to 152 countries including the Schengen region, UK, Hong Kong and Singapore
No Residency Requirements
No Education Requirements
No Language Requirements
Dual Citizenship is recognised
Limited taxation; no wealth, gift, foreign income or capital gains tax
Visa free travel to 152 countries including the Schengen region, UK, Hong Kong and Singapore
General Requirements
The main applicant must:
- Be over the age of 18
- Have no criminal record or be under investigation for a criminal offence
- Be able to make full investment amount on approval
- Not have been rejected from a visa from a country that has a visa free travel agreement
with Antigua & Barbuda. All visa rejections must be disclosed. - Must not be found to be involved in any activity which may cause disrepute to Antigua & Barbuda.
- Should be healthy and not be diagnosed with a contagious disease.
- Full disclosure must be made on the application forms.
Any incorrect information or false documentation provided will lead to a rejection.
Investment and Donation Options
Option 1: National Development Fund
Option 1: National Development Fund
A donation to the National Economic Fund is the most affordable route to acquire Antigua and Barbuda citizenship. The fund is designed to finance government sponsored projects with detailed reports presented in parliament to allow for transparency and accountability.
National Development Fund
Main Applicant & Family
US $230,000
Processing Fee
Main Applicant
(Can apply with up to 3 dependents)
US $20,000
Each Additional Applicant
US $10,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US 8,500
Main Applicant & Spouse
US $13,500
Each Additional Dependent
Age 18 and over: US $4,000
Age 12-17: US $2,000
Under 12s: nil
Eligibility of Dependents:
- Children under the age of 18 of the main applicant or spouse.
- Children between the ages of 18-30 who are fully supported by the main applicant.
- A child of the main applicant or spouse who is physically or mentally challenged. The
child should be fully supported by the main applicant. - Parents or grandparents of the main applicant or spouse above the age of 55 living with and fully supported by the main applicant.
- A parent of any age who is physically or mentally challenged and is fully supported by the applicant.
- An unmarried sister or brother of the applicant who is below 18 years of age and has received the consent of their parent or guardian to make an application for citizenship by investment.
Option 2: University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund
Option 2: University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund
This fund is financing the construction of a fourth campus at the University of the West Indies. This route suits families who have 6 or more family members. A donation of $260,000 will be applicable for this citizenship route. One family member will be entitled to one year free tuition at the university.
UWI Fund
Family of 6
US $260,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US 8,500
Main Applicant & Spouse
US $13,500
Each Additional Dependent
Age 18 and over: US $4,000
Age 12-17: US $2,000
Under 12s: nil
Option 3: Real Estate Project
Option 3: Real Estate Project
An applicant will qualify for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship through an investment in real estate. The main applicant must invest at least $325,000 and hold the real estate asset for at least 5 years after citizenship is granted.
Real Estate
Applicant applying with any number of Dependents
US $300,000
Processing Fee
Family of 4
US $20,000
Each Additional Dependent
US $10,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US 8,500
Main Applicant & Spouse
US $13,500
Each Additional Dependent
Age 18 and over: US $4,000
Age 12-17: US $2,000
Under 12s: nil
Option 4: Business Investment
Option 4: Business Investment
An applicant will qualify for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship through an investment in exisiting or proposed businesses. The main applicant must invest at least $1,500,000.
Business Investment
Applicant applying with any number of Dependents
US $1,500,000
Processing Fee
Up to a family of 4
US $30,000
Each Additional Dependent
US $15,000
Due Diligence Fee
Main Applicant
US 8,500
Main Applicant & Spouse
US $13,500
Each Additional Dependent
Age 18 and over: US $4,000
Age 12-17: US $2,000
Under 12s: nil
Timeline and Process
1
Client Boarding Process
A contract between AIM Capital Partners and the client will be signed.
2
Document Checklist
Applicants will be required to provide the requested documentation and complete all application forms . A document checklist will be shared with the main applicant.
3
Application submitted to the Citizenship Unit
AIM Capital Partners will submit your application to the Citizenship Unit once all the documentation is in order. The main applicant must pay the required fees at the submission stage. A fee breakdown will be provided in the contract during Stage 1. Upon submitting the application, AIM Capital Partners will receive a application number from the online portal of the citizenship unit.
4
Due Diligence Process
The government and several due diligence agencies will conduct a comprehensive due diligence on each applicant.
5
Approval or Rejection
The citizenship unit will issue an approval letter providing the applicants pass all the due diligence checks.
6
Approval in Principle
The citizenship unit will issue the citizenship certificates upon receipt of the investment funds. The passport office will thereafter issue the passports of the applicants.
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