Antigua and Barbuda

Name

Antigua and Barbuda

Legal name

High Commission for Antigua and Barbuda

Website

https://antigua-barbuda.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Antigua and Barbuda High Commission in London is the official diplomatic mission of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda in the UK and other assigned regions, providing consular services, visa processing, trade and investment promotion, and diaspora engagement for nationals, investors, and visitors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Consular Services: Fees collected for passport services, certificate issuance, apostille services, and emergency travel documents. Fee structure includes new/renewal passports (£50 for over 16, £25 for under 16), lost/damaged passports (£100/£50), certificates (£40-£60), and apostille services (£40).
2. Nomad Digital Residence Visa: Long-stay visa programme for remote workers with fee structure: US$1,500 single applicant, US$2,000 couple, US$3,000 family of 3+. Non-refundable application fee.
3. Citizenship by Investment: Government programme allowing individuals to obtain citizenship through investment. Referenced as Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIP) on the website, serving as a significant revenue stream for the government.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Antigua and Barbuda High Commission is the official diplomatic mission of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda in the United Kingdom. It provides consular services to nationals (passport applications, certificates, apostille, emergency travel documents), processes visa applications via an online e-Visa Portal, administers the Nomad Digital Residence Visa Programme for remote workers, and promotes trade and investment opportunities in Antigua and Barbuda.

Product overview

The Antigua and Barbuda High Commission website serves as a diplomatic portal providing consular services to nationals and visitors. The primary offerings include passport applications, visa processing (including the Nomad Digital Residence visa programme for remote workers), document authentication services, and trade/investment promotion between the UK and Antigua and Barbuda. The site also supports diaspora engagement through podcast series and community events. All services are government-provided consular functions rather than commercial technology products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Passport Application Services Passport application and renewal services for nationals of Antigua and Barbuda residing abroad. Includes new/renewal passports (£50 for over 16, £25 for under 16), lost/damaged passports (£100/£50), and courier delivery options (£60 to Antigua, £130 to Antigua and return to UK and Europe).
• Certificate Issuance Services Issuance of official government certificates for nationals abroad: Birth, Death, and Adoption Certificates (£40); Marriage, Non-Marital, and Naturalisation Certificates (£60). Includes apostille on Antiguan and Barbudan documents (£40 per signature) and certified copy of documents (£40).
• Emergency Travel Documents Emergency Travel Documents (ETD) for Antiguan and Barbudan nationals requiring urgent travel documentation abroad; priced at £75 per document.
• e-Visa Application Portal Online visa application processing system replacing traditional visa issuance at the High Commission. All visa applications to Antigua and Barbuda are now processed through the eVisa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.ag.
• Nomad Digital Residence Visa Programme Long-stay visa programme designed for remote workers to live in Antigua and Barbuda for up to two years. Applicants must show US$50,000 annual income proof. Non-refundable fees: US$1,500 single applicant, US$2,000 couple, US$3,000 family of three or more. Applications submitted through the official website at antiguanomadresidence.com.
• Citizenship by Investment Programme Government programme administered by the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIP) allowing individuals to obtain citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda through qualifying investment. Referenced as a significant revenue stream for the government and promoted through UK trade missions.
• Trade and Investment Promotion Services Services promoting trade and investment opportunities in Antigua and Barbuda including business forums, UK-Antigua and Barbuda Business Forum, trade missions, and direct engagement with potential investors in tourism, real estate, and blue/green economy sectors.
• Consular Appointment Booking Booking system for passport application consultations and other consular appointments at the London High Commission office for nationals requiring face-to-face assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Economy grew by 8.3% in 2022 (ECLAC), surpassing all Caribbean countries except Guyana with oil/gas wealth
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 June 2026Collaborated with the Antigua and Barbuda High Commission in London to host Commonwealth Leaders Lunch in preparation for CHOGM 2026. CWEIC works to advance Commonwealth trade and investment opportunities.
• Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 June 2026Partnered with High Commission and CWEIC for Commonwealth Leaders Lunch event ahead of CHOGM 2026. SMI focuses on sustainable market development across the Commonwealth.
• British High Commission Barbados and Eastern CaribbeancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 February 2024Partnered with Government of Antigua and Barbuda to host inaugural UK trade mission (March 2024). British High Commissioner Scott Furssedonn-Wood expressed importance of increasing trade and investment opportunities.
• DMA InvestcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 February 2024UK-based investment firm coordinating the multisector trade mission to the Caribbean. CEO Atam Sandhu noted Antigua offers key opportunities in infrastructure, blue and green economies, and construction.
• Commonwealth SecretariatminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 February 2024Partnered with High Commission and other organizations for delivery of UK trade mission to Antigua and Barbuda.
• Antigua and Barbuda Investment AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 February 2024Government body working with trade mission partners to facilitate bilateral trade and investment opportunities between Britain and Antigua and Barbuda.
• Antigua and Barbuda Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 February 2024Partner organization in delivery of UK trade mission, representing private sector interests in Antigua and Barbuda.
• Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment UnitcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 February 2024Government unit partnering in trade mission delivery, representing the citizenship by investment programme as a key economic initiative.
• REIDsteelminorOthers · 16 February 2024UK business participating in the high-level trade mission to explore construction and infrastructure opportunities.
• EcoStimminorOthers · 16 February 2024UK agricultural company with BioStimulants participating in trade mission, excited about market potential in Antigua and Barbuda.
• Aquama RenewablesminorOthers · 16 February 2024UK renewable energy company participating in trade mission exploring opportunities in green economy sector.
• BekominorOthers · 16 February 2024UK fast moving consumer goods company participating in trade mission exploring market opportunities.
• GreenCrowdminorOthers · 16 February 2024UK company participating in trade mission, nature of business related to green/sustainable economy.
• LaganminorOthers · 16 February 2024UK construction/infrastructure company participating in trade mission.
• Jersey (Hospitality Partnership)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2022Hospitality partnership between Jersey and Antigua and Barbuda, entering its second year, promoting cultural exchange and tourism collaboration.
• Royal Caribbean InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2019US$270 million investment in cruise tourism including development of Beach Club at Fort James. Project deferred during COVID-19, proceeding in 2023. Beach club to be utilized by RCI ship passengers and local residents.
• Global Ports HoldingscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2019Investing minimum US$100 million at Newgate Street coastline for modern terminal building, shops, restaurants, casino, health spa, boardwalks, and amphitheater. Hundreds of construction jobs and permanent positions for locals.
• Harvard UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgreement established to certify graduates of Five Islands campus and provide access to Harvard learning materials and teachings.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Malta Exceptional Investor Naturalisation: EU-based CBI/residence program competing for high-net-worth clients globally; comparable investment-migration value proposition though in a much larger economy.
• Barbados Welcome Stamp: Direct Caribbean competitor to the Nomad Digital Residence Visa, offering a 12-month remote-work visa with similar target audience of digital nomads seeking Caribbean residency.
• Grenada Citizenship by Investment Programme: Caribbean CBI program offering citizenship with visa-free access benefits similar to Antigua and Barbuda, competing for the same global investor pool.
• St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme: Caribbean nation operating the oldest citizenship-by-investment program globally. Directly comparable to Antigua and Barbuda's CBI offering and broader small-island-state investment migration positioning.
• Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment / Development Support Programme: Pacific island CBI/nomad visa program targeting similar global investor and remote-worker pools; comparable small-jurisdiction investment migration model.
• Commonwealth of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme: Another Caribbean CBI competitor with similar pricing tiers and target investor segments. Competes head-to-head with Antigua and Barbuda for high-net-worth applicants.
• St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment Programme: Caribbean CBI program with comparable investment options and pricing structure, competing directly in the Caribbean investment-migration market.

Emerging players

• Estonia Digital Nomad Visa: European digital nomad visa with comparable income requirements and remote-worker positioning; competes for the same global remote-worker demographic.
• Portugal Golden Visa Programme: European investment-residence programme that has historically competed with Caribbean CBI for global investment migration demand; relevant comparator for program design and pricing.

Regional players

• Caribbean Tourism Organization: Regional body promoting Caribbean destinations collectively; overlaps with Antigua and Barbuda's tourism marketing and trade promotion activities at a regional level.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/ABHCUK
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@abhcuk9255
• Facebookfacebook.com/ABHCUK
• Instagraminstagram.com/ABHCUK
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/antigua-and-barbuda

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Antigua and Barbuda