ANTIGUA & BARBUDA – Leyurta Ontario

CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

The citizenship by investment program for Antigua and Barbuda provides a second passport to investors offering visa-free travel to over 150 countries including the UK, EU Schengen zone, Hong Kong and Switzerland.

There are several options for investment to gaining citizenship in Antigua. Investors can choose to contribute $100,000 to the Antigua National Development Fund. They can invest $1.5m in establishing a business ($5.0m for two or more investors) or invest $400,000 in a government approved real estate project (can be reduced to $200,000 for connected investors).

THE DONATION OPTION

The donation option is incredibly popular for families. There are fees and taxes to pay in addition but it remains the most cost effective Caribbean solution for a full family. Applicants must be of outstanding character, in good health and with no criminal record. There is no requirement for an interview for the Antigua citizenship program and in fact there is no need to travel to the country to complete the application. There is a requirement to reside in Antigua for a minimum period of 5 days during the first five years when the investment must be maintained.

Children and dependents up to age 28 can be included (subject to restrictions), likewise dependent parents over age 58. Antigua has no tax on worldwide income. Government, Professional and Due Diligence fees apply.

THE REAL ESTATE OPTION

Investors can choose to invest $1.5m in establishing a business ($5.0m for two or more investors) or invest $400,000 in a government approved real estate project.

Its stunning prestigious beach resorts are located on the beautiful island of Antigua and consists of a number of different properties including apartments, townhouses and villas.

Invest in a plot of land at this exclusive location and have your own hill top villa built.