Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment
The most cost-effective programme for families — and a developed property market.
Antigua and Barbuda, a Commonwealth member since 1981, offers the most generous family economics of the Eastern Caribbean programmes: a single National Development Fund contribution can cover a family of four for substantially less per head than elsewhere. For larger families in particular, it is frequently the most efficient route to citizenship.
The strategic case. Beyond family value, Antigua and Barbuda has a genuinely developed tourism real-estate market, which makes its property route more than a compliance formality — it can offer realistic rental yields and resale prospects. Applicants should be aware of one honest caveat: the programme requires a brief physical presence (five days) within the first five years of citizenship.
Investment routes (indicative, 2026).
- National Development Fund contribution — from USD 230,000 for a family of up to four.
- University of the West Indies Fund — from USD 260,000, structured for larger families of six.
- Approved real estate — from USD 300,000, held for a defined period before resale.
- Business investment — from USD 400,000.
Timeline. Approximately six months from a complete filing.
Eligible dependants. Spouse, dependent children, dependent parents and grandparents, and certain siblings, under generous current rules.
Mobility. Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a broad range of destinations including the Schengen Area.
Tax. No tax on worldwide income, capital gains or inheritance.
Moore Law’s role. We model the most efficient route for your family composition, advise on the property option where investment return matters, and ensure the five-day presence obligation is planned for rather than overlooked.