Second Citizenship
Citizenship by Investment
Antigua & Barbuda's CBI programme offers one of the most respected and efficient routes to second citizenship through qualifying real estate investment.
The Programme
A Pathway to
Global Freedom
Antigua & Barbuda's Citizenship by Investment Programme, established in 2013, enables individuals and families to obtain full citizenship through a qualifying investment in government-approved real estate. As a government-approved development, Pearns Point offers one of the Caribbean's most prestigious CBI-qualifying investments — combining an exceptional lifestyle asset with the security and freedom of second citizenship.
Key Benefits
Why Antigua Citizenship?
A second passport that opens doors — for you and your family.
Visa-Free Travel
Antigua citizenship grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 150 countries and territories, including the UK, EU Schengen Zone, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Tax Advantages
No income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or wealth tax. Antigua offers one of the most favourable tax environments in the Caribbean for individuals and families.
Fast Processing
Applications are typically processed within 3–6 months, with citizenship granted to the principal applicant, spouse, dependent children, and eligible family members.
Dual Citizenship
Antigua & Barbuda permits dual citizenship with no restrictions. There is no requirement to renounce your existing nationality or residency.
Minimal Residency
No minimum residency requirement before or after obtaining citizenship. The programme requires just five days of residence within the first five years.
Family Inclusion
Include your spouse, dependent children under 30, parents and grandparents over 55, and siblings under 18 on a single application.
Global Mobility
Your Passport to
the World
The Process
How It Works
From initial consultation to receiving your passport, the CBI process is straightforward and fully managed by our experienced team and legal partners.
Initial Consultation
Discuss your goals and requirements with our team. We will outline the process, costs, and expected timeline.
Week 1Due Diligence & Documentation
Compile the required documents and complete due diligence checks with our licensed agents.
Weeks 2–4Application Submission
Your application is formally submitted to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) of Antigua & Barbuda.
Month 2Government Processing
The CIU conducts its own due diligence and reviews your application. Processing typically takes 3–4 months.
Months 2–5Approval & Citizenship
Upon approval, finalise your property investment and receive your Certificate of Citizenship and passport.
Month 5–6Approved Development
Pearns Point Qualifies
“Citizenship by investment is more than a financial transaction — it's securing your family's future with greater global freedom and mobility.”
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
Everything you need to know about citizenship by investment through Pearns Point.
Start Your Citizenship
Journey
Our experienced team and legal partners will guide you through every step of the CBI process.