ANTIGUA and BARBUDA CIP
✏ 更新于2023年1月9日 CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM
- GOVERNMENT: Parliamentary democracy
- POPULATION: about 97,000
- OFFICIAL LANGUAGE: English
- TEMPERATURE AVERAGE: Winter 23 ºC Summer 30 ºC
- CURRENCY: East Caribbean dollar Fixed Rate: US$ 1 = EC$ 2.70
- GEOGRAPH
- Visa-free access to more than 165 countries, territories and regions including UK, Europe, Singapore, Russia, India, Hong Kong and more.
- Economically, legally and socially stable country part of the British Commonwealth with democracy based on British parliamentary system.
- Dual citizenship is allowed.
- No personnal income, estate, inheritance or capital gain tax.
- No restriction on the repatriation of profits and capital.
- Off-shore bank accounts, investments, and companies give unique opportunities for business and tax planning.
- Antigua is the travel hub of the region with direct flights to London, New York, Miami, Toronto and Montreal.
- Home to the most technologically advanced hospital in the Caribbean and two American medical universities.
- Independent country and one of the most sought after destinations in the Caribbean.
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.
- 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.
- Applicants must undergo a medical examination, due diligence verification, and have no criminal record.
- Applicants over 18 years of age must spend at least 5 days in Antigua and Barbuda in the 5 years following citizenship issuance.
| Government Due Diligence Fee |
| Principal Applicant |
$7,500 |
| Spouse |
$7,500 |
| Child / Sibling 0-11 |
$0 |
| Child / Sibling 12-17 |
$2,000 |
| Child / Sibling 18+ |
$4,000 |
| Dependent Parent 55+ |
$4,000 |
|
| Government Processing Fee |
| NDF and Real Estate (4 persons*) |
$30,000 |
| UWI (up to 6 persons*) |
$0 |
| *For more persons, a fee of $15,000 per person will apply |
|
| Government Passport Fee |
| Per person |
$300 |
Total processing time: 6 to 8 months
- Application submission.
- 10% Government Processing fee.
- 100% Due Diligence fee.
- Investment deposit, if applicable.
- Professional dues.
- Goverment issues letter of approval.
- After approval.
- 90% Government Processing fee.
- 100% Passport fee.
- Investment.
- Professional dues.
- After investment is completed, citizenship certificate and passport are issued. They may be sent to applicant by courier.
Security & Peace of Mind
The social and political life in Antigua & Barbuda is stable and very appealing. It is a member of the United Nations and Commonwealth of Nations.
Freedom of Movement
Access to more than 165 countries, territories and regions without visa, including United Kingdom, Europe, Russia, India, Singapore, Hong Kong and many more.
Family Friendly
Thanks to its flexible definition of dependents and a family-oriented fee structure, Antigua & Barbuda offers the most attractive CIP for family applications.
Asset Relocation
Having multiple citizenships can help implement asset relocation and protection strategies.
Tax Advantages
No tax on worldwide income. No personnal income, estate, inheritance or capital gain tax.
Convenience and No Risk
A one-time contribution to the National Development fund makes it easy and risk-free. Passports can then be couriered anywhere in the world making it convenient to the investor.
Simple
There are no minimum net worth, education, language, or management experience requirements to meet.
Luxury & Comfort
Known as the Gem of the Caribbean, Antigua & Barbuda is viewed as a luxury vacation destination.
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