Family Inclusion
Antigua’s Citizenship by Investment Program offers one of the most inclusive family frameworks in the Caribbean, though 2025 reforms have tightened certain definitions to prevent abuse and maintain international credibility.
Eligible Dependents
The current legislation recognizes the following family members as eligible for inclusion:
- Spouse of the main applicant through legal marriage or common-law partnership (with notarized evidence of cohabitation).
- Children of the main applicant or spouse, under the following conditions:
- Under 18: automatically eligible.
- Ages 18–30: must be financially dependent and enrolled full-time in higher education.
- Under 18: automatically eligible.
- Parents and Grandparents of the main applicant or spouse, aged 55 or older, who are financially dependent and residing with or supported by the applicant.
- Children of any age with physical or mental disabilities, provided they are fully dependent.
As of 2025, siblings of the main applicant or spouse are no longer eligible, even with guardianship or dependency. This marks a divergence from past policy and brings Antigua in line with revised EU standards.
Documentation and Financial Thresholds
Applicants must submit:
- Certified birth and marriage certificates.
- Proof of enrollment (for students), including tuition receipts and university letters.
- Notarized affidavits of support for adult dependents.
- Medical certificates confirming dependency in cases of disability.
- Evidence of shared household expenses or remittances (for parents/grandparents).
Failure to establish genuine dependency or familial connection can lead to rejection or audit post-approval.
Strategic Timing Considerations
From a legal standpoint, including all dependents in the initial application is generally preferable. This avoids future re-application fees, additional due diligence costs, and the risk of regulatory changes closing eligibility windows. However, for tax planning, privacy, or educational strategy reasons, families may stagger inclusion. For example, adult children attending university abroad may delay application to retain lower tuition rates under their current passport.
Applicants with complex family structures should consult legal advisors early to determine optimal timing and sequencing, especially when incorporating elderly parents or blended family units.
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