Antigua and Barbuda visas
Whether you need a visa for Antigua and Barbuda depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. Nationals of visa-exempt countries may enter for tourism or business without a visa, while others must obtain an Electronic Entry Visa before travel or, where eligible, a visa on arrival. Entry, visas, permits and residence are administered by the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Immigration, with citizenship-by-investment handled by the separate Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Antiguan and Barbudan visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Antigua and Barbuda — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.3 visas
- Work visasComing to Antigua and Barbuda to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Antigua and Barbuda — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Antigua and Barbuda.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Antigua and Barbuda as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Antigua and Barbuda long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Antiguan and Barbudan visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Antigua and Barbuda — key facts
- Visa authority
- Antigua and Barbuda Department of Immigration (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Trade)
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
- Time zone
- Atlantic Standard Time (AST, UTC-4)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.