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Antiguan and Barbudan Citizenship by Naturalisation

For long-term legal residents who can apply to naturalise as citizens of Antigua and Barbuda after completing the required period of residence.

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Confirm the seven-year residence requirement, applicable fees and any additional statutory conditions against the Immigration Department citizenship pages and the Antigua and Barbuda citizenship legislation.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Antigua and Barbuda government website before you apply.
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Official name
Citizenship (naturalisation / registration)
Route type
Citizenship by residence
Residence requirement
Seven years of legal residence

Who it is for

  • Long-term legal residents of Antigua and Barbuda (generally seven years)
  • Residence-permit holders progressing towards citizenship

Requirements

  • Seven years of legal residence in Antigua and Barbuda
  • Passport bio-data pages and all immigration stamps; all passports held while resident
  • Local Antigua and Barbuda police record, plus a police record from any country lived in for six months or more
  • Birth certificate and, if married, marriage certificate

What you can do

  • Acquire Antiguan and Barbudan citizenship on approval
  • Hold an Antigua and Barbuda passport

How to apply

Complete the citizenship application process with the Immigration Department and attend the required interview with the documentation listed. Meeting the residence period alone does not confer citizenship automatically.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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