Life in Antigua: Pros and Cons

Life in Antigua & Barbuda has many benefits. If you are looking for a beautiful country with lot’s of nice beaches, a relaxed family friendly environment, then it can be a great place to be. This video covers the pros and cons of living in Antigua.
Pros of Antigua:
Beautiful beaches: Antigua has 365 beaches, one for every day of the year.
Warm climate: Antigua has a tropical climate year round which makes it a great place to escape cold harsh winters
Culturally rich country: Antigua has a rich cultural heritage. There are lot’s of festivals including; music, dance and carnivals.
Friendly community: The local population is welcoming and there are expatriates from around the world that call Antigua home
Tax benefits: Antigua offers attractive tax regimes for residents. There is no personal income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax. This can be appealing for entrepreneurs, investors and retirees.
Yachting community: There is a big boating and sailing community. Making it a great hub for sailors and people who work on boats.
Safety: Antigua is a safe country to live in and has an english speaking community
Cons of Antigua
Cost of living: It can be high especially for imported goods
Limited Healthcare facilities: basic healthcare is available, however, if you need specialized medical care you will need to go off island
Hurricane risk: Antigua can potentially be subject to hurricanes during hurricane season
infrastructure: roads are not great and anything requiring administration is very slow.
Limited job opportunities: the job market is small and competitive. The main industries are financial services and tourism.
Island isolation: it might feel isolating to some people
Water scarcity: Antigua is an island that can get dry and there could potentially be water restrictions.
If you are looking for a strong second passport, Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment program is one of the best citizenship by investment programs in the world. The program first launched in 2013 and has increased in popularity. With an Antiguan passport you have visa free access to over 140 countries including South Africa and China. Antigua & Barbuda rank highly on passport rankings.
For more information about relocating to Antigua and becoming a citizen you can contact: [e-mail] / jhmarlin.com
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[@AabirGTG]

Thanks

[@themorvy]

It sounds like heaven to me

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

It's a really nice country!

[@LICIOUS0777]

I grew up there, I vacation there every summer.

[@Caribbeanlivinginnamibia]

This was fair and balance.

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Thank you

[@andrewdunlop2966]

Well done Jennifer 🎯

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Thank you!

[@jazzbeau507]

Great review of pros and cons; sorry about flat tire.

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Thanks 😊

[@boundaryzero]

Thanks! I'd be willing to bet its a CRAP ton cheaper than living in Vancouver/GVRD for eg

[@debratuffs3607]

Thank you for this very informative video. I noticed that you made this in February and outlined that it had rained a lot. I want to visit Antigua as a one-off luxury holiday. When would it be best to visit for the least possible rain please?

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

It normally does not rain a lot in February. I just had more time that week to make videos and it rained for the entire week. I like the Caribbean the best between November and April as the summer can get really hot.

[@user-bh7zh6lt8w]

That’s the Indian Sands villa ❤

[@totoro8447]

i’m personally considering moving here one day, doing the investment program. It sounds really amazing! I genuinely love the ocean and I think it would be amazing to live here one day once I save up enough!

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

It is very lovely. If you enjoy the beach and ocean it is a great place to be!

[@LICIOUS0777]

Traffic and roads yes.. I had my pt hold degree.. 😅 I know where they are and drive (Cover them).

[@paoloctsi]

Could you provide an in-depth analysis of healthcare in the Caribbean? I'm interested in understanding the typical costs associated with health insurance plans that include coverage for evacuation and treatment abroad.

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Great suggestion. When I get a chance I will do a video on this topic.

[@dougbennett3265]

So has anyone ever explained to you the way a very bright background results in you looking like you're in a very dark shadow? Your viewers are just as interested in seeing you as they are the lovely background behind you. Take the time to find out how to adjust your camera to correct this shortcoming - because it IS correctable. Good luck.

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback.

[@islandgirl3330]

@@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen The camera is facing the bright areas. You need front lighting on your face.

[@blahblahblahblah168]

come to bermuda...best island out there

[@monroealie4030]

Haha, We can all say that about where we're from. Reality is, all the Islands are Beautiful!🇩🇲🇩🇲

[@20kevron]

Can you do a video on the Real Estate Market in each CBI country?

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Good suggestion!

[@andriipogorilyi6934]

Thanks, questions: 1. Does you need to spend 5 days only at first 5 years? If you renew - no need to spend another 5 days? 2. Does future children inherit citizenship free of charge? 3. If only 1 parent apply - does the child 2 years old comes free of charge?

[@kansasplowboy6861]

Were the people on Antigua pressured to get vaccinated for covid? I'm curious because we were constantly pressured and shamed here in the states and I still refused.

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

At one point they wanted citizens to be vaccinated but this changed.

[@970Code]

Hi Jennifer, I am seriously considering buying the Antiguan Passport, do you think there is any political risk? Do they honor passing citizenship to 2 generations? Thanks

[@dovygoodguy1296]

How difficult is life in St. John's foe locals and expats during the cruise ship season with all their crowds? Restaurants,, shopping, noise, traffic, etc. on those narrow streets and sidewalks?

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

I would not recommend living in St.Johns area as it can get busy and loud.

[@dovygoodguy1296]

@@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen But isn't that the area closest to amenities and conveniences? As you describe it, that would indeed be an effect of the cruise ship crowds, wouldn't it?

[@honeydue5469]

How is the healthcare?

[@monroealie4030]

An island in the Caribbean, there are no Cons, only Pros.🏝️😁🇩🇲

[@islandgirl3330]

There are pros and cons on all the islands in the Caribbean.

[@jazzbeau507]

Jen, Lighting not good on this video, difficult to see you as clearly as optimal.

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Thanks for your feedback. We can improve a lot when it comes to videos in the future. We will have more professional ones released hopefully soon.

[@nomadinvester]

Do you need to be a citizen or a permanent resident to benefit from birthright citizenship? Also, if you are not a tax resident there are there any taxes for non resident citizens that we should be aware of?

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

It is always safe to verify birthright citizenship for whatever country you intend to give birth in just before. For Antigua, there is no personal income tax on resident citizens or citizens who are non resident (there is no personal income tax but there may be tax where the person resides).

[@vaporguy2]

Can a CBI person past down the citizenship to an adult sibling after one passes away?

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Thanks for your comment. No they cannot.

[@ms.wellington5991]

Can you please please tell me are there any reoccurring income requirements for st kitts and nevis, and I am not talking about the intal cost for citizenship, but on going income requirements, I have been looking really hard for the answer, please and thank you

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

There are no ongoing income requirements. If you have significant wealth capable of covering citizenship by investment you can get it.

[@clemdane]

Tell me more about "woke" - which countries are more woke and what does that mean exactly?

[@grazion450]

That’s what I want to know. Is her CIP company looking for weak-minded governments that let foreigners come in and do whatever they want? I was never a fan of CIP in A&B and I’m not a fan now.

[@panchovilla1404]

Same question I have 🤔

[@jazzbeau507]

With no taxes, how does the government function?

[@dialecticalmonist3405]

They have sales tax. A government can function perfectly well with that alone.

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Yes, they have sales tax.

[@clarkbl]

They don’t spend their citizen’s money funding foreign wars. Amazing how far a country can stretch their dollars when it’s not all being laundered into the pockets of campaign donors.

[@ST-to1vk]

@@dialecticalmonist3405 The way all governments should be.

[@islandgirl3330]

@@dialecticalmonist3405 Not in Canada, but at the same time, we fund other countries and we have an infrastructure to support nine cold months. We are heavily taxed here. From her video: No good roads, water problems, lack of employment, and you have to leave the country for major health care issues. So you are in trouble if you don't earn much. I would have to listen to the locals to hear their side of the story. Taxes are necessary to support the infrastructure and certain things in a country. Wealthy people are happy anywhere. It seems like this island has become a rich man's haven. For jobs to be limited to the tourist industry, you have to leave your beautiful island to get ahead in life and make something of yourself .

[@panchovilla1404]

What do you mean by less woke? Asking because it means different things to different people. Please provide context.

[@user-gz7pp9fu3f]

Antiqua Barbuda took money from an investor, did not provide a passport and did not refund the money. I lost my confidence. I think Russian family

[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Thank you for your message. You are not a client of ours. All clients that we assisted with citizenship by investment that had Russian citizenship received their passports.

[@redsox2722]

What does woke mean?

[@Sara_Elsa]

is it a pro that it is less woke? 🙃

[@richardhart9204]

... yes, it is.

[@Sara_Elsa]

@@richardhart9204 backwards thinking

[@richardhart9204]

@@Sara_Elsa … don’t be silly.

[@Sara_Elsa]

@@richardhart9204 LOL so the world and critical thinking shouldn't develop. We should just stay in the Middle Ages. Sounds great 🙃

[@richardhart9204]

@@Sara_Elsa ... as I said before - don't be silly.

[@marjjean7499]

Woke? 🤨

[@autonomous_collective]

There are no rising sea levels. Thats a "woke" comment.