Global Citizen Solutions is proud to announce that we have been granted official certification by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda as an Authorized International Marketing Agent.
This license allows Global Citizen Solutions to promote and market Antigua and Barbuda's Citizenship by Investment Program, as authorized by the country's Citizenship Investment Unit (CIU).
This also means that we have exclusive rights to act as a CIP International Marketing Agent for Antigua and Barbuda.
You can find a copy of our certificate by clicking the image on the left.
⚠️ Antigua and Barbuda Extends Deadline for CBI Price Increase
Following the MoU Agreement, Antigua and Barbuda announced a one-month extension to the deadline for implementing the new minimum investment threshold for its citizenship by investment program.
Antigua and Barbuda will implement the new threshold by July 30, 2024. This extension benefits potential applicants by providing additional time to submit their Caribbean Citizenship applications under the current investment threshold of $100,000.
With the new deadline, we strongly encourage applicants to submit their applications promptly to lock in the current rates and avoid the forthcoming price increase.
Antigua and Barbuda CIP (Citizenship by Investment) Authorized Agent Licensing Process
Any agency applying for authorization to handle Antigua citizenship by investment applications must fulfill a stringent set of criteria and requirements set by the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit. The authorized agent licensing process includes the following:
- Submission of a formal authorized agent application to the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), providing detailed information on the reasons for applying to become an Antigua authorized agent, the company’s structure, and key personnel.
- The Antigua CIU conducts thorough due diligence checks on potential authorized agents and their companies, directors, shareholders, and beneficial owners to ensure they meet the integrity and suitability requirements, in addition to compliance measures set by international governing bodies such as the US Treasury and Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
- The CIU reviews the financial standing of an Antigua authorized agent to ensure they have the necessary resources and stability to operate effectively.
- Authorized agents are required to undergo compliance training to ensure they understand and adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and best practices of both Antigua and Barbuda law and compliance laws set by international governing bodies.
- If agencies applying to become Antigua authorized agents meet all the requirements and pass the Antigua CIU’s assessments, they will be granted a license to act as an licensed agent for the Antigua citizenship by investment program.
- Licensed Antigua and Barbuda CIP agents must maintain compliance with all CIU regulations and requirements, including submitting regular reports and undergoing periodic reviews to ensure continued suitability.
Why is it important to work with an authorized CIP Antigua agent?
By law, applicants to the country’s Citizenship by Investment Program must use Antigua authorized agents to submit their applications. As such, you want to ensure that the company you use is an authorized agent licensed by the CIU to market and promote the Citizenship by Investment Program. As an authorized and registered immigration company, Global Citizen Solutions will ensure that your application process is as hassle-free and straightforward as possible.
It is important to be aware of the increasing number of immigration companies that are not authorized by Antigua and Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment Unit to offer this program. Using any of these companies can lead to adverse implications for your application, as they may offer the program under misleading conditions.
To complete your application without mishap or delay, it is essential that you work with Antigua authorized agents such as Global Citizen Solutions to submit your citizenship by investment application for an Antigua and Barbuda passport.
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment: The Ultimate Guide by Experts.
How much does it cost to get Antigua citizenship?
Antigua/Barbuda citizenship by investment starts from $100,000. The cost varies depending on the investment chosen and whether you’re applying as a sole applicant or the main applicant of a family application.
National Development Fund (NDF)
The NDF option requires a non-refundable donation of $100,000 or $125,000 for a family of five or more. Applicants must also pay a processing fee of $30,000 and $15,000 for each additional family member.
Real estate investment
The Antigua CIP real estate option requires an approved CIP property purchase of $200,000 or more. There is no additional investment amount for large families. Applicants must also pay a processing fee of $30,000 and $15,000 for each additional family member.
University of the West Indies Fund (UWI)
The University of West Indies (UWI) Fund option requires a monetary contribution of at least $150,000. There is no additional investment amount for large families. The contribution includes the processing fee for the primary applicant. A fee of $15,000 must be paid for each family member’s application to be processed.
Business investment
Approved business investments provide two qualifying investments:
- A sole investment in an approved enterprise worth at least $1.5 million.
- A joint investment of $400,000 in an approved business totaling $5 million.
The investment includes the processing fee for the main applicant. A fee of $15,000 must be paid for each additional dependent.
Besides the required investment and government processing fees, government fees include due diligence fees, passport fees, and interview fees.
Why Choose Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (CBI)?
Quick application processing
Family eligibility
Affordable dual citizenship
Flexible requirements
Visa free access
Tax benefits
Why use Global Citizen Solutions?
Global Citizen Solutions is a multidisciplinary firm offering bespoke residence and citizenship solutions in Europe and the Caribbean. In a world where the economy and politics are unpredictable, having a second citizenship opens up opportunities and creates flexibility for you and your family.
So, why work with Global Citizen Solutions to obtain Caribbean citizenship?
- Global approach by local experts: We are corporate members of the Investment Migration Council, with local expertise in all five Caribbean CBI programs.
- 100 percent approval rate: We have never had a case rejected and will offer you an initial, free-of-charge, due diligence assessment before signing any contract.
- Independent service and full transparency: We will present to you all the investment options available, and all expenses will be discussed in advance, with no hidden fees.
- An all-encompassing solution: A multidisciplinary team of immigration lawyers, investment specialists, and tax experts will take into consideration all your and your family's mobility, tax, and lifestyle needs.
- Confidential service and secure data management: All private data is stored within a GDPR-compliant database on a secure SSL-encrypted server.
Frequently Asked Questions about Antigua and Barbuda CIP (Citizenship by Investment Program)
How can I find a list of current Antigua authorized CIP agents?
You can find a list of licensed agents authorized to handle applications for Antigua and Barbuda’s citizenship program on the official website for the program, cip.gov.ag.
What is the CBI program in Antigua and Barbuda?
Antigua’s CBI program is an investment immigration program that allows foreign nationals, their spouses, dependent children, financially dependent parents, grandparents, and unmarried siblings to obtain second citizenship and an Antigua passport by contributing to the country’s economic growth. Similar to other Caribbean investment programs, qualifying investment opportunities include donating to a fund, purchasing units in approved real estate projects, or investing in approved businesses.
What are the Antigua citizenship requirements?
Antigua and Barbuda’s CIP requirements include:
- Being over 18
- Having no criminal record
- Being in good health
- Not being from or having economic ties to any restricted country
- A legitimate source of investment funds
- Making the required minimum investment
For family members included in the application, a dependent child must be under 18 or under 30 if fully supported by the main applicant, financially dependent parents, and grandparents must be over 55, and financially dependent siblings must be unmarried. Background checks will include mandatory interviews.
The requirements also include submitting applications through licensed agents authorized by the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), the Antigua and Barbuda investment authority established to oversea the country’s program.
What are CIP properties in Antigua?
Antigua and Barbuda CIP properties are government-approved real estate developments foreign nationals can invest in to apply for the Antigua and Barbuda citizenship program. To qualify for the investment program, Antigua real estate investment must be at least $200,000.
