The applicant, Mr. Zhang, submitted his application for citizenship in Antigua and Barbuda through Worldway on June 3 to the Government of Antigua and Barbuda. On August 28, his family of six (including his spouse, two children, and two parents) received preliminary approval. Please see the approval letter below.
Requirements and Conditions for the Antigua and Barbuda Passport Program:
☆ The applicant must make a contribution of no less than $250,000 to the National Development Fund. Before April 30, 2015, the applicant only needed to contribute $200,000; or purchase real estate valued at no less than $400,000 in a designated area of the country, which cannot be sold within five years;
☆ The applicant must be at least 18 years old and have no criminal record;
☆ The applicant must not have any infectious diseases;
☆ The applicant must reside in Antigua and Barbuda for a cumulative total of more than 5 days within the first five years after approval.
Advantages of the Antigua and Barbuda Passport Program:
1. No-risk investment immigration: approval first, investment later;
2. Obtain citizenship and a passport in one step, allowing free entry to the United Kingdom, Canada, and many other Commonwealth countries, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 131 countries worldwide, including all Schengen countries. When applying for a U.S. visa, a multiple-entry visa valid for 10 years is generally issued;
3. Quick and simple application process: no background requirements, approval can be obtained within 2-3 months after application;
4. One application benefits four generations: spouse, children, parents, and grandparents can apply together;
5. Dual citizenship is allowed, and applicants are not required to report to their original country of nationality;
6. Favorable tax system with no property tax, income tax, or inheritance tax. A financial center in the Caribbean, ideal for business expansion;
7. Enjoy the benefits of Commonwealth countries, and receive free British-style education from primary to high school in Antigua and Barbuda;
8. A paradise for vacation, with beautiful surroundings and a high quality of living.
Approval letter for Mr. Zhang's family of six:
