Service Description

ABOUT THE CIP In 2013, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda created a Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) to attract investors of good character. Investors who make a substantial investment in Antigua and Barbuda qualify to obtain citizenship and passport of the country. REQUIREMENTS: • The principal applicant must be at least 18 years old. • Applicants must choose one of the following investment options: - US$100,000 (for family of 4 or less) or US$125,000 (for family of 5 or more) non-refundable contribution to the National Development Fund (NDF). - Minimum USD $200,000 in a Government-approved real estate project (held for at least 5 years). - US$150,000 non-refundable contribution to the University of the West Indies (UWI). This option is only available for families of 6 persons or more, and entitles one member of the family to a one-year scholarship at the UWI. • To qualify as dependents, applicants must be: - Children aged 0-30 who are financially dependent on their parents; or - Children, aged 31 and over who are living with (and fully supported by) the Principal Applicant due to physical or mental disability: or - Unmarried siblings of the Principal Applicant or Spouse, regardless of their age; or - Parents or grandparents of the Principal Applicant or Spouse, if they are above 55 years of age and financially dependent on the Principal Applicant; or - A future Spouse and/or future children of a dependent child: or - Children-in-law aged 30 or less who are financially dependent on the Principal Applicant • Applicants must have no criminal record, undergo due diligence verification, and visa history verification. • Applicants over 18 years of age must spend at least 5 days in Antigua and Barbuda in the 5 years following citizenship issuance. ADDITIONAL GOVERNMENT FEES (IN USD) >Government Due Diligence Fee = Principal Applicant $7,500 Spouse $7,500 Child / Sibling 0-11 - Child / Sibling 12-17 $2,000 Child / Sibling 18+ $4,000 Dependent Parent 55+ $4,000 Children in Law 30- $4,000 >Government Processing Fee = NDF and Real Estate (4persons*) $30,000 UWI (6 persons*) $0 *For more persons, a fee of $15,000 per person will apply Government Passport Fee Per person $300 PROCESS TIMELINE Total processing time: 3 to 6 months PROGRAM BENEFITS >Security & Peace of Mind >Freedom of Movement >Family Friendly >Asset Relocation >Tax Advantages >Convenience and No Risk >Simple >Luxury & Comfort