Diplomatic Visa

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

Linked to the duration of the diplomatic mission

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

This status is for accredited diplomats, consular staff, and high-level government officials.

The Diplomatic Visa is reserved for accredited diplomats and high-level government officials traveling to Antigua and Barbuda. This status is handled via priority diplomatic channels and is exempt from all standard visa fees. It is intended solely for the performance of official diplomatic or consular functions.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Hold a diplomatic passport

Accredited status as a diplomat or consular officer

Issuance of a Note Verbale from the sending government's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Diplomatic passport

Note Verbale from the sending state's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Diplomatic courtesy exemption from fees
Priority processing
Facilitated entry

Worth Knowing

Strictly for accredited diplomatic/consular functions
Requires formal government-to-government communication
Lack of diplomatic accreditation
Non-diplomatic travel purpose

Application Process

Sending government’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues a Note Verbale to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Foreign Affairs verifies the status and purpose of the visit

Traveler presents diplomatic passport and documentation upon arrival

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