Q & A

Q & A
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Where is Antigua and Barbuda?

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Antigua & Barbuda is a country in the West Indies consisting of two main inhabited islands Antigua & Barbuda and a number of smaller islands. Its size is 442 sq. kms. (170 sq. miles).
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What is the capital of Antigua and Barbuda?

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St. John’s
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When did Antigua and Barbuda gain independence?

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1981
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Is Antigua and Barbuda a democratic country?

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Antigua & Barbuda is an independent parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy.
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Which is the official language of Antigua and Barbuda?

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English
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What legal system does Antigua and Barbuda follow?

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The “English Common Law” System
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What is the currency of Antigua and Barbuda?

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East Caribbean Dollar (ECD) pegged to the US Dollar at 2.7 since 1976.
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Are major credit cards and Travellers cheques accepted in Antigua and Barbuda?

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Yes
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Which is the leading industrial sectors of the economy?

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Tourism, Real Estate, Financial Services, Education, Logistics, e-commerce, Business Support Services, agriculture and recently manufacturing.
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How does one get to Antigua and Barbuda?

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There are direct international flight options to the V.C. Bird International Airport in Antigua from countries such as US, UK, Canada, Italy and Germany.
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How can I become a citizen of Antigua and Barbuda?

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You can acquire Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by investing a specified amount in either of the following investments:

  • Donation to the “National Development Fund ‘(NDF)’ of Antigua & Barbuda.
  • Investment in a “Government approved real estate project” in Antigua & Barbuda.
  • Investment in a business (either solely or jointly)
  • Donation to the “University of West Indies Fund’
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Am I required to have any education, business experience or English language proficiency to be eligible for Antigua and Barbuda citizenship?

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No
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Are there any age limits to applying for Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship?

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Main applicant and spouse must be at least 18 years of age.
Dependent child must be below 18 years of age.
Dependent child between the ages of 18-28 can apply under limited circumstances.
Dependent parents and/or grandparents must be above 58 years of age.
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What are the ‘residency requirements’ upon becoming a citizen of Antigua and Barbuda?

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You have to live in Antigua and Barbuda for only 5 days in a 5-year period to continue to enjoy Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship.
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Does Antigua and Barbuda allow dual citizenship?

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Yes, you can also become a citizen of some other country while holding an Antigua and Barbuda passport. Also, you do not have to surrender your current passport (provided your current passport allows dual citizenship)
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Which family members are eligible to apply for citizenship along with the main applicant?

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Spouse, dependent children, and parents/grandparents of both the main applicant & spouse.
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How long does it take from the time of submission of application to be granted Antigua and Barbuda Passport?

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60-90 days
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Do I need to visit Antigua and Barbuda to apply?

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No you do not need to visit Antigua & Barbuda to apply. However, you will need to visit Antigua & Barbuda for the “Oath of Allegiance” ceremony post being granted a passport. The number of days of this visit can be used to satisfy the “residency requirement” of 5 days.
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Can I apply for Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship on my own?

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No, You can only apply through a “licensed agent” who is authorized to act in this regard by the government of Antigua and Barbuda.
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Does Antigua and Barbuda tax foreign income?

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No, Antigua and Barbuda has no tax on worldwide income, wealth, gift, inheritance and capital income. Also, it has no restriction on repatriation of profits & imported capital.
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How many countries can I travel visa-free on acquiring an Antigua and Barbuda Passport?

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152 countries. These include the United Kingdom (UK), all European Union (EU) and Schengen countries, and business hubs such as Singapore and Hong Kong.
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Is any Due Diligence carried out on the main applicant & dependants?

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Yes. Due Diligence is carried out by both us at Migratesmart & the government of Antigua and Barbuda. The period of due diligence would normally depend on the circumstances of each client.
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How can Migratesmart® help us?

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Our partnerships with highly reputed & leading global law firms, in all countries that we operate in or provide services for, enables us to provide end-to-end solutions & services to our clients. We can take care of every aspect of your migration process & ensure you derive maximum benefit from our expert knowledge & advice.