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Business Electronic Entry Visa (e-Visa)
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Business Electronic Entry Visa (e-Visa)

Electronic visa for non-commercial business activities such as conferences, meetings, contract negotiations, and exploring business opportunities.

Validity1 month
Processing3–7 days
Total CostUSD $100
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CARICOM Skilled Nationals Certificate
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CARICOM Skilled Nationals Certificate

Indefinite work authorization certificate for CARICOM university graduates, artists, media workers, and technical professionals to live and work across participating member states.

ValidityIndefinite (subject to verification and compliance with local laws)
Processing3-8 weeks
Total CostNot confirmed
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CARICOM Skills Certificate
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CARICOM Skills Certificate

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Indefinite work authorization for qualified CARICOM nationals in approved categories including university graduates, artistes, nurses, teachers, and media workers.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing4 weeks – 1 month
Total CostNot confirmed
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CBI-BI — Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP)
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CBI-BI — Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP)

Direct path to Antiguan and Barbudan citizenship through investment in the National Development Fund, approved real estate, a business venture, or the University of the West Indies Fund.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing3–6 months
Total CostUSD $2,302,000+
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Citizenship by Investment - National Development Fund
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Citizenship by Investment - National Development Fund

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.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing4–7 months
Total CostUSD $250,000
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Citizenship by Investment - Real Estate
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Citizenship by Investment - Real Estate

Real estate investment route to Antigua and Barbuda citizenship requiring a minimum USD 300,000 purchase in an approved development held for five years.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing4–7 months
Total CostUSD $320,000
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Citizenship by Investment - University of the West Indies Fund
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Citizenship by Investment - University of the West Indies Fund

Antigua and Barbuda citizenship via a USD 260,000 contribution to the UWI Fund, designed for families of 6+ and including a 1-year UWI scholarship.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing4–7 months
Total CostFrom USD $279,500
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Class A — Permanent Resident Permit
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Class A — Permanent Resident Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residence for foreign nationals who have maintained lawful and continuous residence in Antigua and Barbuda for at least four years, valid for three years and renewable.

Validity3 years
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Diplomatic Visa
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Diplomatic Visa

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

ValidityLinked to the duration of the diplomatic mission
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFree
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EEV — Tourist Electronic Entry Visa (e-Visa)
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EEV — Tourist Electronic Entry Visa (e-Visa)

Electronic visa for tourist entry valid for 180 days with stays up to 90 days, applied for and approved online.

Validity1 month
Processing3 days – 1 month
Total CostUSD $100
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Medical Attendant Visa
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Medical Attendant Visa

Visa for persons accompanying a visitor who has fallen ill and requires extended medical stay in Antigua and Barbuda.

ValidityDetermined by the Chief Immigration Officer based on medical necessity
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Medical Visa
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Medical Visa

Visa for visitors who fall ill and must remain in Antigua and Barbuda beyond their initial tourist stay for medical treatment.

ValidityDetermined by medical necessity
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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OECS Indefinite Stay
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OECS Indefinite Stay

Free, indefinite entry-and-residence status for citizens of OECS Protocol Member States, granted on arrival without a work permit.

ValidityIndefinite
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFree
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Official Visa
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Official Visa

This status is intended for government officials, administrative staff, and service passport holders traveling for official government business.

ValidityDetermined by the nature of the official assignment
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFree
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Student Permit
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Student Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Annual permit for non-OECS foreign nationals enrolled at an educational institution in Antigua and Barbuda, renewable yearly with academic progress.

Validity1 year
Processing1–3 weeks
Total CostFrom USD $100
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Tax Residency Program
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Tax Residency Program

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residency through a flat annual tax of USD 20,000 with minimum 30-day physical presence and proof of at least USD 100,000 annual income.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFrom USD $20,000
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Temporary Work Permit
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Temporary Work Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-term work authorization for foreign nationals with employment contracts typically not exceeding 12 months.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Tourist Visa on Arrival
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Tourist Visa on Arrival

Visa granted on arrival for recreational travel to Antigua and Barbuda, with a fee of USD 100 for visa-required nationalities.

Validity1 month
ProcessingVaries
Total CostUSD $100
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Transit Visa
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Transit Visa

Short-stay visa for passengers transiting through Antigua and Barbuda for a maximum of 24 hours without leaving the controlled airport space.

Validity1 day
Processing3–7 days
Total CostNot confirmed
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Work Permit
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Work Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Standard one-year renewable work permit for foreign nationals employed by a local employer, leading to permanent residency qualification after four years.

Validity1 year
Processing3–4 weeks
Total CostUSD $100
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