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Antigua & BarbudaVisit & tourismLast checked October 17, 2026

Visiting Antigua and Barbuda

visa-free entry, eVisa and visa on arrival

Citizens of visa-exempt countries, including EU states, the UK and most Commonwealth countries, can visit for holiday or business for up to six months. Visa-required nationals apply online for an eVisa. Those who hold a valid US, Canadian, UK or Schengen visa or residence card can instead get a 30-day tourist visa on arrival. Visitors cannot work.

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Visiting Antigua & Barbuda

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Life in Antigua & Barbuda

Money

3

Currency

East Caribbean Dollar

XCD

East Caribbean Dollar

Cost of living

81

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

—

Income tax (national)

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

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Who it’s for

Tourists, family visitors and business visitors.

Eligibility

  • Visa-exempt visitors

    You may stay as long as your business takes, up to six months, with the documents listed.

    six months

    Maximum stay

    • Onward or return ticket required
    • Confirmed accommodation required
    • Evidence of funds required
    • Valid passport required
    Official wording

    May stay as long as their business takes up to six months, with an onward or return ticket, confirmed accommodation, evidence of funds and a valid passport.

  • eVisa

    You can apply online for an eVisa if your travel document needs a visa, with a passport valid at least 6 months from arrival.

    • Visitors from visa-required countries need a sponsor in Antigua and Barbuda
    • No sponsor needed for businesspeople or medical emergencies
    Official wording

    Any holder of a travel document that needs a visa can apply online. Passport valid at least 6 months from arrival. Visitors from visa-required countries must have a sponsor in Antigua and Barbuda, except businesspeople and medical emergencies.

  • Visa on arrival

    Show a valid US, Canadian, UK or Schengen visa or residence card, a return ticket and enough money.

    • For visa-required tourists only
    • Not for diplomatic or official passports
    Official wording

    For visa-required tourists holding a valid US, Canadian, UK or Schengen visa or residence card, with a return ticket and enough money. Not for diplomatic/official passports.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Next requirementCruise and transit
  • Document checklistPassport bio page (valid 6+ months from arrival)
  • FeesTourist visa on arrival

The full requirements are for members

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  • 1 more requirement
  • 6 documents
  • 3 fees
  • 4 steps
  • Processing times and conditions

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