How to move to Antigua & Barbuda and get a second passport
Citizenship by investment in Antigua and Barbuda is one of the fastest-growing search terms online.
Truly a world-class destination as evidenced by its growing multinational population over the last decade, Antigua and Barbuda is an independent member state of the Commonwealth with King Charles III as Head of State.
The year-round tropical climate attracts an interesting mix of international citizens, making the country a very comfortable place to integrate. With daily direct air access from North America and Europe and being the hub of elite yachting, Antigua is a crossroads of the world albeit a laid-back natural wonderland.
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program stands out due to these benefits:
- Fastest processing in the Caribbean;
- Best value of all the Caribbean citizenship programs;
- Visa-free travel to more than 150 countries;
- No requirement to travel during application;
- Dual and lifetime citizenship;
- No capital gain or estate taxes;
- Confidentiality, include a spouse, unmarried siblings, children up to 29 years, parents over 55 years;
- Stress-free lifestyle in one of the most comfortable climates in the world.
Investment options
The four routes to citizenship and an Antigua and Barbuda passport are:
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GOVERNMENT DONATION: US$230,000 AND UP
The benefit of this route is the lower upfront cost.
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REAL ESTATE PURCHASE: US$300,000 AND UP
The best route in the medium termbe cause you can resell the property and earn rental income in between.
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BUSINESS INVESTMENT: US$400,000 AND UP
Business investments offer the highest returns. The ones we offer are exclusive to REFRAMED clients.
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UNIVERSITY DONATION: US$300,000
This includes a family of 6 or more. Granting one member of the family a 1-year and tuition-only at the University of the West Indies.
About Antigua and Barbuda
The favorable growing conditions and plentiful marine life make the country’s culinary experiences fresh and delicious and the abundance of outdoor activities make for a very healthy lifestyle.
It is no surprise a mix of internationally-famous politicians, entertainers, and fashion designers live here in some of the most beautiful homes in the Caribbean. Antigua levies no capital gains or inheritance taxes and there is no tax on income generated outside the country.
These tax benefits make the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program one of the most sought after in the world.
Antigua and Barbuda is a member of the United Nations (UN), British Commonwealth, Caricom and the Organization of American States, among many other international organizations.
- Capital: St. John’s
- Total Area: 440 sq. km
- Population: approximately 100,000
- Language: English
- Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar.
Approved property investment
There are some exceptional opportunities for value creation over the medium to long term at the high end of the Caribbean property market and specifically in Antigua.
Over time, high-end vacation villas have proven to be rewarding investments since they are quite resilient to market fluctuations and underpinned by the unprecedented growth of wealth internationally. The Antigua and Barbuda citizenship via property investment route is a superior route for a sophisticated investor in the medium term.
Watch the video below about properties you can evaluate and visit with us!
REFRAMED identifies the developers with proven expertise in the region whom we are confident are creating tourism infrastructure with value over and above the citizenship attached to it. The development, location, construction quality, operations team and exit routes are critical evaluation areas that we analyze in detail.
We work directly with the local real estate developers and we will ensure you are presented with all the information about each property so you can make the best decision.
Approved Business Investment
Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment offers an opportunity to invest in an approved business in order to qualify for the program.
This investment route allows Antigua to establish renewable energy enterprises and sustainable agriculture alongside with hotel and resort developments which are the foundation of the county’s prosperity and security.
Investors in businesses can benefit from healthy ROI and participation in the profits of the enterprise.
Antigua’s growing economy together with the highest tourism demand in the region, make the business option especially attractive for international entrepreneurs looking for valuable investment opportunities.
Given the explosion of UHNW wealth over the last number of years globally, there has been a corresponding rise in the value of luxury property in desirable destinations and opportunity for significant investment return in this cycle.
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