Investment Options:

Applicants have the following investment options to qualify for citizenship:

National Economic Fund (NEF):

The first option is to make a non-refundable contribution to the National Development Fund, which supports various national development projects in Antigua and Barbuda.

• The minimum contribution amount starts at USD 100,000 for a single applicant and varies based on the number of dependents in the application.
• A non-refundable donation of $100,000 to the NDF is required for families of up to four members. This means that the same donation amount applies whether an investor applies alone or includes family members in the application..

It is important to note that the contribution to the National Development Fund is non-refundable. This means that it cannot be recovered once the donation is made. However, this investment serves as a valuable contribution to the development projects and initiatives within Antigua and Barbuda, supporting the growth and prosperity of the country.

Real Estate:

The second option is to invest in pre-approved real estate projects in Antigua and Barbuda.

• The minimum investment amount is USD 400,000, which must be held for at least five years.
• For those applying as a single applicant or as a joint investment with another main applicant and their respective families, the minimum investment amount is $200,000.
• This joint investment option allows two individual investors and their families to meet the investment requirement for citizenship.
• Alternatively, if an applicant chooses to apply individually, the minimum investment in real estate is $400,000. This means that a single investor and their family must invest at least $400,000 in approved real estate projects in Antigua and Barbuda to be eligible for citizenship.

This option allows applicants to become part of the thriving real estate market in the country and contribute to its economic growth.

University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund:

The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program offers an attractive option for families of six or more through the University of the West Indies (UWI) Fund. This fund serves as a financing mechanism for UWI's fourth landed campus and provides an opportunity for families to contribute to this educational institution while obtaining citizenship.

• To qualify for this option, a minimum of six individuals must be included in the application. The required contribution for a family of six is US$150,000, which provides for processing fees.
• For families with seven or more members, an additional processing fee of US$15,000 is required for each dependent.
• In addition to the investment, participation in the UWI Fund option grants one member of the family a one-year tuition-only scholarship at the University of the West Indies.

This scholarship offers an excellent opportunity for educational advancement and demonstrates the program's commitment to supporting higher education.

By choosing the UWI Fund option, families can obtain Antigua and Barbuda citizenship and contribute to developing the region's educational infrastructure.

Business Investment in Antigua and Barbuda:

The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program offers two business investment options for individuals seeking citizenship through investment.

These options allow investors to invest in an approved business individually or jointly with at least one other person.

• The first option is for the principal applicant to invest in an approved business on their behalf. The minimum investment required for this option is at least US$1,500,000.
• The second option is designed for at least two persons to invest in an approved business.
• The total investment amount for this option should be at least US$5,000,000.

Each person involved in the joint investment must contribute at least US$400,000 towards the total investment amount.