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.
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
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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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Official sources
- Antigua and Barbuda Immigration Department - General Visa Information
- Antigua and Barbuda Immigration Department - Visa on Arrival / eVisa
- Antigua and Barbuda Immigration Department - Visa Application Process
- Antigua and Barbuda Immigration Department - Countries Exempt from Visa
- Antigua and Barbuda Immigration Department - Visa FAQs
- Antigua and Barbuda Immigration Department - Extensions
Other routes to Antigua & Barbuda
- Work permitsAntigua and Barbuda Work Permit
- Permanent residenceAntigua and Barbuda Resident Permit
- CitizenshipAntigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme
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