Antigua and Barbuda•North AmericaCitizenship by Investment - National Development Fund
At a Glance
4–7 months
USD $250,000
Indefinite
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote work OK
Overview
Antigua & Barbuda citizenship via a USD 230,000 non-refundable donation to the National Development Fund; covers single applicants or a family of four, 4-7 month processing.
Antigua & Barbuda's Citizenship by Investment via the National Development Fund (NDF) grants full citizenship through a USD 230,000 non-refundable contribution. The fund finances government-sponsored projects and infrastructure, making it the most popular route for families seeking a Caribbean passport.
Applicants pay USD 10,000 processing for a single applicant or USD 20,000 for a family of up to four, plus due diligence fees per adult. Processing typically takes 4-7 months. Spouses, children under 30, parents and grandparents over 55, and unmarried siblings can be included; citizenship is permanent provided the holder spends 5 days in Antigua during the first 5 years.
This visa is ideal for high-net-worth families seeking a second passport quickly, with visa-free travel to 150+ countries, no language test, and minimal residency obligation.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Status type | Permanent / indefinite |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years of age
Undergo rigorous due diligence and background checks
No criminal record with a custodial penalty of more than 6 months
Not a national security risk
In good health
Provide proof of source of funds
KEY CRITERIA
Investment
230,000 USD
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed application forms (AB1, AB2, AB3, AB4, AB5).
Valid passport and government-issued ID.
Birth certificate.
Marriage certificate (if applicable).
Police clearance certificates from country of birth and countries of residence for the past 10 years.
Medical examination results.
Proof of address and proof of source of funds.
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Full lifelong citizenship for the applicant and family
- Includes spouse, children up to 30, parents/grandparents 55+, unmarried siblings
- No residency required before citizenship; only 5 days in first 5 years to maintain
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 150+ countries including UK and Schengen
- Processing typically 4-7 months, among the fastest CBI routes
- Right to live and work across CARICOM member states
- No language, education, or business experience requirement
Worth Knowing
- USD 230,000 contribution is non-refundable
- Must spend at least 5 days in Antigua within 5 years or risk losing citizenship
- Due diligence fees apply per adult dependent (USD 4,000-8,500)
- Mandatory virtual interview with the CIU before oath of allegiance
- Family of 5+ pays USD 10,000 per additional dependent in processing fees
- Any prior conviction with a custodial penalty over 6 months disqualifies
- Applicants flagged as a national security risk are refused
- Visa denials from Antigua's visa-free partners can disqualify applicants
Application Process
Engage an authorized licensed agent
Prepare and submit the application
CIU conducts due diligence
Make required investment and pay fees upon approval
Attend mandatory virtual interview
Take the Oath of Allegiance
Receive Certificate of Registration and Passport
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