Secondcitizenship by Investment

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SECOND CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT ANTIGUA AND
BARBUDA
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ABOUT

• Antigua and Barbuda is a Caribbean country
  consisting of two major islands, Antigua and
  Barbuda. The island country is in the heart of
  the Lesser Antilles archipelago.
• The official name is 'Antigua and Barbuda.' 'The
  Rock,' as locals know it, consists of two major
  islands Antigua, which has 81,800 people, and
  Barbuda, with 1,700 people. Together they have a
  total population count of 83,500 people spread
  over 442 km² (171 mi²).
• The capital city is St. John's on the Antiguan
  island, with 78,000 inhabitants.
• A former British colony, it gained independence
  in 1981.

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• The second citizenship program of Antigua and
  Barbuda is one of the most attractive dual
  citizenship programs in the Caribbean.
• It offers second citizenships for investments and
  contributions and provides visa-free travel to
  over 100 countries, including all countries of
  the European Union.
• Investors benefit from no taxes on international
  earnings and capital gains made within five years
  after having obtained second citizenship status
  under the Citizenship-by-Investment Program
  (CIP) 
• An additional advantage is that they do not need
  to renounce their original nationality. 
• With its long tradition as a holiday destination,
  Antigua and Barbuda has developed into an
  all-year-round tourism destination offering
  activities such as sailing, water sports,
  golfing, diving, fishing, and eco-tourism.

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• The second citizenship program is regulated by
  the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship Act, 2011
  (Citizenship Law). The requirements and
  procedures are governed by Citizenship By
  Investment Unit (CIU) under the Prime Minister's
  Office.
• Participation in this second citizenship program
  requires investors to make a minimum
  non-refundable contribution to the country's
  National Development Fund (PDF) of US200,000
  plus real estate investments of at least
  US400,000.
• The second citizenship application will only be
  processed after having made such contributions.
  Successful candidates can apply for second
  passports immediately after their successful
  investment has been approved. Those who receive
  dual citizenship will also enjoy visa-free travel
  to over 100 countries, including all countries of
  the European Union.

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• Investors should note that the Government will
  only approve second citizenships after
  contributing to the National Development Fund.
• The requirements for second citizenship are given
  in detail in the Citizenship By Investment Unit
  Handbook. Successful applicants must meet strict
  due diligence criteria before second citizenship
  can be approved. In order to ensure high-quality
  second citizens among future dual citizens from
  Antigua and Barbuda, only very carefully checked
  candidates who have proven integrity, financial
  standing, and high moral character will be
  approved.
• The second passport is a fully recognized and
  available travel document worldwide. It entitles
  second citizens to visa-free travel to over 100
  countries, including all countries of the
  European Union.