What Is the Residency Requirement for Antigua CBI?

[Alex]

I’ve been eyeing the Antigua CBI program for a while now after a trip there last summer where I fell in love with the beaches and vibe. But I’m stuck on the residency part – do you actually have to live there full-time or just visit occasionally? My cousin went through a similar process in Europe and ended up relocating for half a year, which isn’t ideal for me with my job here. What’s the deal with Antigua’s rules?

[Olaf]

From what I remember when I looked into it a couple years back, Antigua’s CBI doesn’t require you to live there at all – no minimum residency stay like some other programs. You just need to visit once every five years after getting citizenship to keep things active, but that’s super flexible. I actually helped my brother-in-law apply last year; he invested in real estate there and never had to move. The process was straightforward, though we had to double-check everything with experts. If you’re serious, check out this page on antigua and barbuda citizenship by investment for more details – it breaks down the requirements nicely without the fluff. Anyway, his story: he was worried about taxes and lifestyle changes, but it turned out Antigua doesn’t tax foreign income, so he kept his base in the US. The whole thing took about six months, and now he’s got dual citizenship without uprooting his life. Definitely worth considering if you’re not into long stays abroad. What about you – any specific concerns?

[augustus]

Antigua seems more lenient from what I’ve read elsewhere, like allowing citizenship without forcing a move, which appeals to nomads or busy professionals. A buddy of mine who’s a consultant got it recently and mentioned the investment thresholds are reasonable, starting around 100k for donations or higher for property. He shared how the passport opened doors for visa-free travel to Europe and Asia, making business trips easier. Personally, I’m weighing if it’s better than Malta’s program, which has stricter due diligence but similar no-residency perks. Has anyone compared the processing times? Antigua claims 3-4 months, but real experiences vary based on background checks. Overall, it’s a solid choice if you’re after second citizenship without lifestyle overhauls.

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