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.
Cost structure
| 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.
Travel and passport care
Schengen access is a core benefit. UK ETA must be completed before departure. Manage validity and replacement for every family passport so one expiry does not block group travel. CBI itself usually does not require long relocation; confirm programme rules.
Versus Dominica and St Lucia
Dominica’s single-applicant floor is often lower, with different UK treatment and family math; St Lucia offers donation and bond-style options. Compare total family cash, visa-free lists, processing reputation and diligence intensity.
Global Immigrate note
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. Donations are non-refundable—tie payment milestones to diligence progress.
Age-outs and dependency
Children near 18 or higher-education ages may age out during processing. Back-plan official timelines and adjust principal or split filings if needed. If parents are allowed, fees and medical evidence may be higher.
Information current as of October 2026.
This article is general information, not legal or tax advice. See Antigua CBI.