An Antigua and Barbuda passport is an official travel document issued by the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Immigration to citizens, allowing them to travel internationally. Before gaining independence in 1981, Antiguan and Barbudans were issued British territory passports.
As a member of the Commonwealth, CARICOM, and OECS, Antigua and Barbuda offers its citizens a passport with strong global mobility and international recognition. This guide reveals everything you need to know about Antigua and Barbuda passports.
Key Takeways about the Antigua and Barbuda Passport
- An Antigua and Barbuda passport is issued to citizens for international travel.
- Foreign nationals can obtain an Antigua and Barbuda passport through the country’s citizenship by investment program by making a qualifying investment.
- Antigua and Barbuda’s passport ranks 49th on the Global Passport Index, offering visa free travel to 164 destinations, including the UK and the Schengen Area.
- Antigua and Barbuda is a member of the Commonwealth and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), enhancing travel and diplomatic advantages for passport holders.
- The Department of Immigration processes applications for Antiguan and Barbudan passports.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Overview
The Antigua and Barbuda passport is the official travel document of Antigua and Barbuda, issued to citizens and government officials. The passport can be obtained by citizens by birth, descent, or naturalization. Foreign nationals also qualify for a passport by investing at least $230,000 in the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Program.
Once citizenship is verified by the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Immigration, the passport is securely produced by the Antigua and Barbuda Passport Office and is available to collect in Antigua and Barbuda or can be delivered by a designated courier service to the applicant or their legal representative.
According to the 2025 Global Passport Index, Antigua and Barbuda’s passport provides visa free travel access to 164 countries. As CARICOM passport holders, Antigua and Barbuda citizens benefit from regional recognition, standardized security features, and residency advantages within CARICOM member states.
Passport types
The Antigua and Barbuda Passport Office issues passports to citizens, which is located on Queen Elizabeth Highway in St John’s, Antigua. The office produces the four types of Antigua and Barbuda passports:
- Adult passports: Issued to adult citizens over the age of 16.
- Minor passport: Issued to citizens under the age of 16.
- Diplomatic passports: Issued to Ministers of Government and other officials representing Antigua and Barbuda in diplomatic and international affairs.
- Official passports: Issued to government officials representing Antigua and Barbuda’s interests overseas.
An Antigua Caribbean passport for citizens 16 and over is valid for five years for the first passport and ten years for subsequent renewals. Passports for children under the age of 16 are valid for five years.
Physical appearance
The Antigua and Barbuda passport’s appearance is consistent with all CARICOM passports. The passport features a dark blue cover, symbolizing Antigua and Barbuda’s status as a Commonwealth nation. The coat of arms of Antigua and Barbuda is displayed in gold on the front cover, along with the words “Caribbean Community” at the top, with “Antigua and Barbuda,” “Passport,” and a biometric symbol beneath it.
The passport features a polycarbonate biometric page inside, containing the holder’s photograph, personal details, passport number, and an embedded electronic chip for enhanced security.
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Antigua and Barbuda Passport Eligibility Criteria
The following criteria outline the paths to obtain an Antiguan and Barbudan passport:
- Descent: You were born abroad to at least one parent or grandparent who is/was an Antiguan citizen
- Registration: You have an Antiguan and Barbudan spouse.
- Naturalization: You have lived in Antigua and Barbuda for at least seven years.
- Investment: The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program allows foreign investors to get an Antigua and Barbuda passport in exchange for a qualifying investment in the country’s economy.
Citizenship by investment
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program allows foreign nationals to invest in Antigua and Barbuda and obtain a passport. The minimum investment starts at $230,000, and there are four investment options:
- $230,000 non-refundable contribution to the National Development Fund
- $300,000 approved Antigua and Barbuda real estate investment
- $400,000 joint investment in a business worth $5 million or $1.5 million sole business investment
- $260,000 donation to the University of the West Indies Fund (UWI)
Family members of the main applicant qualify for a passport, with the $230,000 National Development Fund donation covering up to four applicants and the $260,000 donation to the UWI Fund covering families of six or more.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Ranking
The Antigua and Barbuda passport ranks highly on the 2025 Global Passport Index (GPI).
- Overall GPI ranking: 51st
- Enhanced Mobility Index: 61st
- Investment Index: 23rd
- Quality of Life Index: 81st
There are 164 Antigua and Barbuda visa free countries, including EU countries, the UK, Qatar, Singapore, Russia, China, and Hong Kong. As a CARICOM (Caribbean Community) member state, the Antigua and Barbuda passport power facilitates visa free travel across CARICOM countries.
Antigua and Barbuda is one of six full members of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), allowing passport holders to reside in other OECS member states.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Benefits
- Visa free access: Antigua and Barbuda visa free countries include 164 countries, including the UK, EU countries, China, Russia, and Qatar.
- Dual citizenship: Along with offering Caribbean citizenship by investment, the Antigua and Barbuda government allows new passport applicants to obtain citizenship alongside their current citizenship.
- Free movement: Citizens of the Commonwealth of Antigua and Barbuda enjoy free movement to countries in the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).
- Tax privileges: Antigua and Barbuda residents pay no Antigua taxes on income or capital gains, inheritance, or wealth taxes.
- Healthcare: Antigua and Barbuda citizens have access to high-quality healthcare.
- High quality of life: Antigua and Barbuda island’s life offers a high standard of living, with stunning beaches, a warm culture of the West Indies, and year-round sun.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Requirements
An Antigua and Barbuda passport application is processed by the Passport Office. The Antigua passport requirements include providing the following documents:
- Completed Antigua and Barbuda passport application form
- Birth certificate/Antiguan Citizenship Certificate
- Proof of name change, if applicable (e.g., Marriage certificate, Deep Poll, divorce decree, court order)
- Two identical photographs, one certified by an official
Passport fees
The Antigua and Barbuda immigration process to get a passport takes between three and four weeks. For an adult, the Antigua and Barbuda passport renewal cost is $1,000. For a child under 18, the cost is $500. The total Antigua and Barbuda passport cost, along with additional fees, includes courier, legal, and bank fees. If you obtain an Antigua passport through investment, a passport fee of $300 per passport applies.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Application Process
Applicants of the Antigua and Barbuda citizenship program must submit their application through an Authorized Agent possessing an Antigua CIP License. The Antigua passport process follows the steps outlined below:
- Choose your investment route.
- Contact an Authorized Agent and complete the necessary forms they provide.
- The Agents will submit your application and required documents to the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU).
- The CIU carries out due diligence checks, including a remote Caribbean citizenship interview.
- After passing the due diligence checks, the CIU will issue an Approval in Principal letter.
- You can make your chosen investment and send proof to the CIU.
- Take the Oath of Allegiance, become a citizen.
- Receive your passport in person at the Passport Office or by post.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Renewal and Replacement
A passport of Antigua and Barbuda must be renewed a few months before expiry to avoid delays.
- Complete the Antigua and Barbuda Passport Form L.
- Gather the required documents, including:
- Expiring or expired passport
- Recent passport-sized photos (as per official guidelines)
- Renewal fee payment receipt
- Submitting the application along with the supporting documents to the Passport Office in Antigua or Antigua and Barbuda consulates abroad.
The process generally takes a few weeks, depending on the Antigua and Barbuda passport renewal fee; expedited services may be available for urgent cases.
Replacing lost, stolen, or damaged passports
Applications to replace a lost, stolen, or significantly damaged passport must be accompanied by a police report and a Sworn Affidavit explaining the circumstances of the loss, theft, or damage. Applicants will also be required to submit proof of citizenship, such as a citizenship certificate.
Take a look at how Antigua and Barbuda’s passport performs against other nations in the 2025 Global Passport Index
Embassies and Consulates for Antiguan and Barbudan Passport Services
Embassy of Antigua and Barbuda (Washington DC)
3234 Prospect Ave. NW Washington DC 20007 USA
Tel: (202) 362-5122
Fax: (202) 362-5225
Email: embantbar@aol.com
Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda (Toronto, Canada)
60 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 601, Toronto, Ontario M4T 1N5 Canada
Tel: (416) 961-3085
Fax: (416) 961-7218
Email: info@antigua-barbuda-ca.com
Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda (Miami, Florida)
25 S.E. 2nd Avenue, Suite 300 Miami, FL 33131 USA
Tel: (305) 381-6762
Fax: (305) 381-7908
Email: cganubar@bellsouth.net
Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda (New York, New York)
305 East 47th Street, Suite 6A New York, New York 10017
Tel: (212) 541-4119
Fax: (646) 215-6009
Email: consulateny@ab.gov.ag
Embassy of Antigua and Barbuda (Havana, Cuba)
Crn 66th and 5th Avenue, Miramar, Havana, Cuba
Tel: (537) 207-9756
Fax: (537) 207-9757
Email: anubarembassy@enet.cu
High Commission for Antigua and Barbuda (London, England)
2nd floor, 45 Crawford Place, London W1H 4LP England, UK
Tel: 020 7258 0070
Fax: 020 7258 7486
Email: highcommission@antigua-barbuda.com
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