Antigua & Barbuda

Buying real estate is one of the ways to legally obtain residency or citizenship in another country. All it takes is purchasing an apartment, house, or commercial property that meets the country’s requirements. In Greece, for example, buying a property for renovation worth at least €250,000 qualifies an investor for residency. In Türkiye, investing at least $400,000 in real estate makes one eligible for citizenship. Here is where investors buy property, whether they can rent it out, and how to keep residency when selling property.

Elena Kozyreva

Holding multiple citizenships provides a person with a number of benefits, such as freedom of travel, the ability to choose the more advanced healthcare system, and wider educational opportunities. However, there are some cons to holding two passports, too.

Vladlena Baranova

After obtaining second citizenship, many practical questions arise. These include how to travel with two passports, which one to use, to whom, and what to show when crossing the border.  The answers can be confusing. Documents must be shown several times: in the home country at the airline counter, at passport control, and again after arrival in another country. Learn how to cross the border with two passports in 2025.

Vladlena Baranova

In most countries offering citizenship programmes, it is officially impossible to acquire a passport by investing directly in cryptocurrencies. Digital assets must first be sold, transferred to a bank account, and their legality fully documented. Yet, in 2023, the first exception appeared, opening a direct pathway for crypto investors to obtain a second passport. This article breaks down the most persistent myths about using crypto for citizenship, explains where digital assets can genuinely be invested for a passport, and outlines how to prepare your application to avoid rejection due to Due Diligence issues.

Elena Ruda

The Caribbean education system includes kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, and universities. Kindergartens generally accept kids from the age of 2, but it’s not compulsory for the children to attend. International schools in the Caribbean can be either public or private, and they accept children from 5 to 16. Schooling is mandatory. Universities offer programs in different fields, the most popular one being medicine. There are about 60 medical schools in the region.

Lyle Julien

The cheapest and fastest way to obtain citizenship is offered to investors in five Caribbean countries and Vanuatu. To get a passport in Vanuatu, a foreigner must contribute at least $130,000, while in the Caribbean, the minimum sum is $200,000. Let’s discuss the reasons for applying for a passport from one of the Caribbean island nations or Vanuatu.

Lyle Julien

Citizenship by investment (CBI) programs, often dubbed golden passports, offer individuals the opportunity to obtain a second passport in exchange for financial investments.  Golden passports are not to be confused with Golden Visas, which are programs that allow foreigners to obtain a residency permit for investment in a country’s economy. Learn more about the best options to become a citizen or a resident of another country by investment.

Albert Ioffe

Antigua and Barbuda offers one of the most attractive Golden Visa programs, providing a pathway to citizenship by investment starting at $230,000.  This pathway to a second passport is appealing to investors seeking global mobility, tax advantages, and the chance to contribute to the development of this Caribbean nation. In this article, we explain what the Antigua and Barbuda Golden Visa is and its eligibility criteria.

Lyle Julien

Several Caribbean countries have citizenship by investment programs. By buying property for $200,000+, you can obtain a passport that grants visa-free access to popular countries, tax optimisation for businesses, and a safe haven in a tropical climate. However, besides citizenship, there are several other criteria to consider when investing in Caribbean real estate. Let’s look at some options.

Lyle Julien

7 out of 10 billionaires have second passports. However, this privilege is not only available to the super-rich. An increasing number of entrepreneurs, investors, and top managers are choosing second citizenship to protect themselves, their capital, and their families. For example, restaurateurs obtain second passports to safeguard their businesses from sanctions. Discover why second citizenship is a tool for solving the most complex problems, not just a whim or luxury.

Albert Ioffe

A Caribbean passport offers investors significant benefits, such as visa-free travel to at least 145 countries, tax advantages, second citizenship for the whole family, business opportunities, and a safe haven in a tropical paradise.  Five Caribbean countries grant citizenship under state investment programs: Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda, St Lucia, St Kitts and Nevis, and Grenada. The number of investors obtaining citizenship in these countries grows each year by 10 to 30%.  Learn about the other opportunities available to investors, the costs involved in obtaining citizenship, and whether it's possible to recover the investment.

Lyle Julien

In the event of a crisis due to the situation in Ukraine, more and more EU citizens are considering obtaining second citizenship outside the EU. A second passport provides the opportunity to relocate quickly to a safer country with the entire family, protect financial assets, and gain peace of mind. The good news is that EU citizens can obtain a second passport by investment in one of the Caribbean states, Türkiye or Vanuatu, within several months without the need to live in the country. This article provides an overview of second citizenship options for EU citizens.

Albert Ioffe

Moving to a new country can be stressful, especially when language barriers make communication a challenge. Struggling to communicate using only gestures makes even simple tasks feel frustrating and overwhelming. Expats can skip this stress by choosing a destination where English is widely spoken. We've curated a list of 17 of the best countries for English speakers to live in, spanning Europe, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and Africa.

Alevtina Kalmuk

There are 35 independent countries in the Caribbean. Each country has its own state bank and branches of other banks. Immigrant Invest will explain on what conditions investors can open an account in a Caribbean bank and how much it costs.

Lyle Julien

Citizens of some countries do not need a visa to enter the USA or the UK. Others can overcome this restriction by obtaining second citizenship in a country that offers visa-free access to both destinations. Explore the countries with visa-waiver agreements with the United States, the conditions for obtaining a 10-year US visitor visa, and which second passport is best for frequent travel to Great Britain.

Albert Ioffe

Investors obtain Antigua and Barbuda citizenship to travel around the world visa-free, optimise taxes and create a “safe haven” abroad. The period to get a passport is within 3 to 6 months, and investments start from $100,000. The investor doesn't have to permanently live in Antigua and Barbuda before or after becoming a citizen. But to maintain their status, they need to visit the country once and comply with the citizenship program conditions. Learn more about the rights and duties that arise with obtaining an Antigua and Barbuda passport.

Lyle Julien

An individual can optimise their tax liabilities by changing their country of tax residency or registering a company abroad. To do this, they need to hold a residence permit, permanent residency, or second citizenship. Discover the countries where an investor can obtain a residence permit, permanent residency, or citizenship in order to reduce the tax due on their global income, get a refund of up to 100% of the corporate tax paid, or receive an exemption from paying corporate tax for 50 years.

Albert Ioffe

Government citizenship programs for investors operate in both countries. Their passports allow participants to visit 140+ states visa‑free. The programs differ in the conditions: investment options, costs and timeframes. Explore the second citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda or St Lucia and choose the most convenient option.

Lyle Julien

Entrepreneurs get Caribbean passports by investment to develop their business and transfer assets to more convenient tax jurisdictions. There are no capital gains or inheritance taxes in the Caribbean. Residents of some states do not pay income and property taxes. We discuss the general taxation principles in the region and tax rates in five countries: St Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, St Lucia and Dominica.

Albert Ioffe

There are two ways to obtain residence in Antigua and Barbuda. The Tax Residency program is designed for individuals with an annual income of $100,000 and confer permanent residence in the country. Nomad Digital Residence Program grants temporary residency to remote workers with a $50,000 salary per year. Permanent certificate holders become tax residents immediately and must live in Antigua and Barbuda 30 days a year. How to become an Antigua and Barbuda resident and get all the lifestyle benefits. Why it is profitable to pay taxes in Antigua and Barbuda.

Lyle Julien

Antigua and Barbuda is a small island state in the eastern part of the Caribbean. Travelers come to the islands to swim among the coral reefs, climb the observation deck of the ancient Fort Barrington, meet hummingbirds and frigate birds in the national reserve. Cosmopolitans obtain the citizenship of a Caribbean country in order to travel without visas to 150 countries around the world. We will tell you what else these Caribbean islands are famous for.

Lyle Julien

Antigua and Barbuda has one of the most attractive tax systems globally. No taxes on wealth, inheritance or capital gains exist on global income. International Business Companies (IBCs) get income tax holidays and are exempt from paying customs duties. Learn more about the underlying taxes in Antigua and Barbuda and the taxes paid by owners, buyers, and sellers of real estate. Take a closer look at the sales tax and discover the risks of double taxation.

Albert Ioffe

Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica are two of the five Caribbean countries that offer to obtain their citizenships by investing. Investors become Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda citizens for visa-free travelling and the development of their international businesses. The Caribbean passport allows visa-free visits to at least 140 states, including the Schengen Area and the UK. Investors’ family members get second passports with them.

Lyle Julien

Entrepreneurs use the Antigua and Barbuda passport to reduce their tax burden. For travellers, it equals the Schengen visa and cosmopolitans with Antigua and Barbuda passports can visit 150+ countries without a visa and obtain long-term visitor visas to the United States.  However, citizenship obtained by investment can not be inherited. Get a deeper understanding of all the pros and cons of Antigua and Barbuda passports in the article.

Lyle Julien

Turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, year-round sunshine, exotic wildlife and villas immersed in greenery which welcome a continuous stream of guests. Are you looking to invest in real estate within an exotic country? Look no further than the islands of the Caribbean.

Elena Ruda

A South African passport allows visiting 105 countries without a visa. Meanwhile, passports of EU countries allow travelling visa-free to up to 173 states; above that, they provide their holders with numerous benefits. Fortunately, South Africans can have dual citizenship and enjoy all the advantages of their second passports. Learn the details on obtaining dual citizenship for South Africans.

Lyle Julien

Investors can include their siblings in citizenship applications in the Caribbean countries, like Grenada or St Kitts and Nevis. Some European residency programs also allow applicants to obtain residence permits for brothers and sisters. And it’s possible to get a US Green Card for a sibling, too. But there are some peculiarities to consider, like age thresholds, high costs or an enormously long procedure. Let’s discuss all the conditions for getting a passport or an RP for a sibling.

Vladlena Baranova

45 countries around the world offer Digital Nomad Visas. They all have different requirements, benefits, costs of living, and climates. Thanks to this diversity, nomads can choose the most appropriate country for their needs. In this article, you will find a complete list of countries that offer Digital Nomad Visas with conditions and requirements that applicants should meet.

Albert Ioffe

Antigua and Barbuda has at least 5 reliable banks. They serve not only locals but foreigners too. For current account maintenance, customers pay $7—10 per month. Learn more about servicing terms to choose the most suitable bank.

Lyle Julien

Entrepreneurs register a business in the Caribbean in order to expand into international markets, reduce their tax payments, and open corporate accounts in foreign banks. We understand the advantages of this approach and how to implement it, and we are experienced and knowledgeable in registering companies and advising them on how to legally reduce their tax liabilities.

Lyle Julien