CBI-BI — Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP)

The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) is a government-sanctioned path for foreign nationals to acquire citizenship through significant economic contributions. Launched in 2013, the program aims to stimulate national development by channeling private capital into the National Development Fund, the University of the West Indies, or government-approved real estate projects. It is highly regarded for its efficiency and for providing a second passport that offers visa-free travel to over 150 countries, including the Schengen Area and the United Kingdom.

This program is ideal for families and investors seeking global mobility and long-term security. It allows the main applicant to include a spouse, dependent children up to age 30, parents and grandparents over age 55, and unmarried siblings. The process is rigorous, involving thorough due diligence and background checks to ensure the integrity of the program. Once granted, citizenship is for life and can be passed down to future generations, provided the recipient meets the minimal residency requirement of spending five days in the country within the first five years of citizenship.