Short answer: Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment can proceed via a National Development Fund donation and other routes. Public materials distinguish single and family-of-four packages (four-person donations are often discussed from about USD 230,000—always use the current official table). Totals also include government, diligence and document fees. The passport is typically Schengen visa-free; UK travel requires an ETA.
Information current as of October 2026.
How is the cost structure split?
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Donation | Single or family package |
| Government / processing fees | By headcount |
| Due diligence | Usually per adult |
| Real estate option | Different floor and hold period if chosen |
If an agent quotes an all-in family number without splitting official versus service fees, demand a written breakdown.
Is the UK still visa-free?
An ETA is generally required; do not treat it as unconditional visa-free landing. See Antigua CBI.
What about age-outs?
Children near 18 or higher-education ages may age out during processing. Back-plan official timelines.
How does it compare with Dominica and St Lucia?
Dominica’s single-applicant floor is often lower; St Lucia offers donation and bond-style options. Compare total family cash, visa-free lists and diligence intensity.
Global Immigrate field notes
Lock every name and age on the form, then request the official fee table from a licensed unit. Prior records, complex funds or past refusals warrant pre-diligence. Applications are handled by Global Immigrate’s in-house team; donations are non-refundable—tie payment milestones to diligence progress.
Use programme matching or contact advisors.
This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.