HOW TO APPLY
If you would like to apply to the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship Investment Program then simply contact us so we can provide you with the relevant application forms to be completed and to discuss the complete package of the benefits of the program and the investment options that may be available to a potential applicant.
Please note that under Section 5 (3) of the Citizenship by Investment Act, all applications must be routed through a local agent, licensed under the Citizenship by Investment Act who will act as the agent for the applicant in all communications with the Citizenship by Investment Unit until the applicant is approved under the Program guidelines and processes.
APPLICATION FEES
When applying to the Citizenship by Investment program there will be fees involved. Fees quoted below are for one adult applicant.
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Government Application Fee: US$30,000.00–NDF; US$30,000.00–Real Estate
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Due Diligence Fee: US$7,500.00
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Local Agent Processing Fee: To be provided upon request
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Additional fees for dependents may apply where the application is for five (5) persons or more. The fees for the incremental dependent over four (4) persons is US$15,000.00 each and the Due Diligence Fee may vary depending on their age.
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Please contact us regarding fees applicable to adding spouses and dependents after approval of citizenship.
HOW LONG DOES THE APPLICATION PROCESS TAKE?
Once a potential applicant decides that he/she would like to apply for economic citizenship in Antigua and Barbuda under the Citizenship by Investment Act and they feel that they meet all the qualifying criteria under the Act, then the application process can begin in earnest.
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There are approximately 6 to 8 forms that have to be completed in English with the supporting documentation attached. Completion of these application forms, and payment of fees may take about 2-4 weeks if all the required information and documentation is readily available.
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Under the Act, the Citizenship by Investment Unit is required, within 3 months, to inform the Local Agent, on behalf of the main applicant, whether the application has been approved, denied or is delayed for cause and is still being processed.
APPLICATION FORMS & REQUIREMENTS
When applying to the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program, a potential applicant will need to complete the following forms if the application is based on a contribution to the NDF:
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AB1 – Application form
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AB2 – Photograph and Signature Certificate
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AB3 – Medical Certificate
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AB4 – Investment Confirmation Form
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AB5 – Agent Form
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Passport Application Forms
If the application is to be made under the Investment in real estate property option, then the following forms in addition to those mentioned above will be required to be completed:
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Executed Reservation Agreement to purchase an approved Real Estate Property
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Executed Purchase and Sale Agreement
The potential applicant will have to provide additional information in order for their application to be reviewed, approved and processed.
This information is requested in order for the Citizenship by Investment Unit to complete the required checks and balances in order to protect the sovereignty and integrity of the Antigua and Barbuda Passport for its citizens as well as applicants under this program.
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Certified Copy of current passport(s) showing name, photo, citizenship/nationality, date and place of issue, expiry date, passport number and issuing country.
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Original excerpt of full birth record with apostille or certified copy of full birth certificate (i.e. birth document that also includes parent’s details, or a household register, family book etc.).
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Original Bank Reference Letter from an internationally recognized bank indicating proof of funds. Original professional reference (from an attorney, notary public, chartered accountant). Both should not be older than 6 months.
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Original document of evidence of addresses (e.g. certified copy of a utility bill or bank statement with full name and address, or confirmation from a bank, attorney, chartered accountant or notary public).
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Original Police Record or Police Certificate from country of citizenship and residency. Document must not be older than 3 months.
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Eight (8) original passport-size photos of the applicant taken within the past 6 months.
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Investment Confirmation / Escrow Deposit Evidence – i.e. A copy of duly executed real-estate contract (Purchase and Sales Agreement), evidence of Title Transfer (either deed or certificate of title).
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Photograph and Signature Certificate.
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Medical Certificate from a medical practitioner that the main applicant or his/her dependents are not suffering from any contagious disease and that they are otherwise in good health.
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To be interviewed by the Citizenship by Investment Unit if required.
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If approved, travel to Antigua & Barbuda to take the Oath of Allegiance or to so do at an Embassy or Consular Office of Antigua and Barbuda located nearest to the new citizen.
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Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. Additional details available upon request.