Antigua and Barbuda passports renew every five years, with each family member (spouse, children, dependants) filing individually. Government fees run from GBP 50 per adult and GBP 25 per child at the London High Commission, standard processing takes 3-6 weeks, and every member must complete the mandatory five-day visit.
- Government fee: GBP 50 per adult and GBP 25 per child (about USD 65 and USD 33) at the London High Commission; the CIU Schedule of Fees lists USD 300 (EC$810) per person.
- Processing timeline: 3-6 weeks for standard renewal; family applications submitted together can be processed concurrently.
- Biometric passport mandatory: All renewed Antigua & Barbuda passports must meet current biometric standards, older non-biometric documents are no longer issued.
- Remote renewal available: No travel to Antigua & Barbuda is required; renewals can be coordinated entirely through an authorised agent.
- ECCIRA member: Antigua & Barbuda is a founding member of the Eastern Caribbean Citizenship by Investment Regulatory Authority (established December 2025), ensuring programme integrity and inter-island compliance standards.
- Lost or stolen passports: Require a police report, notarised affidavit, and extended processing of 3-6 months, proactive renewal is strongly recommended.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Renewal for Families 2026: Spouse, Children and Dependants
Last updated: July 2026
Renewing Antigua and Barbuda passports for an entire family takes planning, the programme has a unique five-day visit requirement that every family member must satisfy. Each member, spouse, children, parents and other dependants from the original CBI application, files an individual renewal with the appropriate fee. This guide from Mirabello Consultancy covers fees, the five-day logistics, documents and coordination. Prefer expert handling? Book a free consultation.
How much does family passport renewal cost in Antigua?
Antigua applies a two-tier official fee: GBP 50 per adult and GBP 25 per child (about USD 65 and USD 33) at the London High Commission, with the CIU Schedule of Fees listing USD 300 (EC$810) per person and no family discount. A family of four pays roughly GBP 150 (about USD 195) in government fees every five years, or USD 1,200 under the CIU schedule, plus a single authorised-agent service fee that can cover the whole family.
| Family Size | Composition | Renewal Cost | Per Year (5yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Couple | 2 adults | GBP 100 (~USD 130); CIU USD 600 | ~USD 26/yr |
| Family of 4 | 2 adults + 2 children | GBP 150 (~USD 195); CIU USD 1,200 | ~USD 39/yr |
| Family of 6 | 2 adults + 4 children | GBP 200 (~USD 260); CIU USD 1,800 | ~USD 52/yr |
| Extended (+ 2 parents) | 4 adults + 2 children | GBP 250 (~USD 325); CIU USD 1,800 | ~USD 65/yr |
Government fees only, at the High Commission schedule (GBP converted at about 1.30 to the US dollar), with the CIU Schedule of Fees (USD 300 per person) shown alongside; per-year figures use the High Commission schedule. Agent service fees are additional. Figures verified July 2026; official sources: antigua-barbuda.com and cip.gov.ag/schedule-of-fees.
Compare with Dominica, where a family of four pays roughly EC$450 (about USD 165) per renewal (EC$150 x 2 adults + EC$75 x 2 children) and benefits from 10-year adult passports. Antigua's five-year cycle means more frequent renewals, though at GBP 150 (about USD 195) per family round the 20-year government-fee totals remain modest for both islands.
How does the five-day visit work for families?
Every family member included in the CBI application must complete the five-day physical visit, including infants, and each person's entry stamps prove compliance at renewal. For families with young children or elderly parents, plan the visit early, ideally within the first three years.
- All members must visit: each passport will show entry stamps proving compliance.
- Children included: even infants must enter Antigua for the visit to count.
- Accommodation: family-friendly resorts in Antigua can serve as a base.
- Timing: complete the visit well before the first renewal, ideally within the first three years.
- Documentation: keep all travel records, boarding passes and hotel confirmations.
Mirabello Consultancy coordinates family visit logistics; the Antigua and Barbuda Immigration Department sets the entry rules each member must meet.
What documents are required for family renewal?
Each family member submits an individual application: a completed Form AB10, two ICAO-compliant photographs, their current or expired passport, proof of five-day-visit compliance, their Certificate of Citizenship, plus birth certificates for children and a marriage certificate for a spouse name change.
- Completed Form AB10, one per person (parents sign for minors)
- Two passport-sized photographs per person, ICAO compliant
- Current or expired passport, each surrendered
- Proof of five-day visit compliance, per person
- Certificate of Citizenship, each person's
- Birth certificates, for children
- Marriage certificate, for a spouse name change
How do you coordinate a family's renewals?
Although each member files individually, coordinating through one agent gives simultaneous submission (so passports do not expire out of sync), a single point of contact, consistent visit evidence, and one agent fee that can cover the whole family.
- Simultaneous submission: reduces the window where some have valid passports and others do not.
- Single-agent coordination: one point of contact for all applications through Mirabello Consultancy.
- Consistent documentation: matching visit evidence across all members.
- Cost efficiency: a single agent fee may cover the entire family.
What are the rules for children's passports?
Children's CBI passports are valid five years (like adults), cost GBP 25 (about USD 33) per child to renew at the High Commission, are signed by a parent or guardian, and require the child's own five-day-visit presence. When a child turns 18, they move to the adult fee of GBP 50 (about USD 65) at the next renewal.
- Validity: 5 years (same as adults)
- Renewal fee: GBP 25 (~USD 33) per child
- Application signed by: parent or legal guardian
- Visit requirement: the child must have been present during the five-day visit
- At 18: transition to the GBP 50 (~USD 65) adult fee
What are the family-friendly Caribbean CBI alternatives?
If Antigua's visit requirement concerns your family, Dominica (EC$450, about USD 165 per family renewal, no visit, 10-year adult passports), St Lucia (no visit) and Grenada (no visit, E-2 access) are lower-burden options. The table compares 20-year renewal costs for a family of four.
| Programme | Per Renewal | 20-Year Cost | Visit? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua | GBP 150 (~USD 195) | ~USD 780 (HC) / USD 4,800 (CIU) | Yes (5 days) |
| Dominica | EC$450 (~USD 165) | ~USD 350 | No |
| St. Lucia | EC$320 (~USD 118) | ~USD 300 | No |
| Grenada | EC$1,200 (~USD 445) | ~USD 1,300 | No (+ E-2) |
For full family comparisons including initial investment, see the best CBI programmes for families; for value, the cheapest CBI programmes in 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to renew Antigua passports for a family of four?
Roughly GBP 150 (about USD 195) per renewal at the High Commission schedule (2 adults x GBP 50 + 2 children x GBP 25), or USD 1,200 under the CIU Schedule of Fees. Over 20 years with five-year validity, that is about USD 780 to USD 4,800 in government fees depending on the channel.
Do children need to complete the five-day visit?
Yes. Every family member in the CBI application must complete the visit, including infants. Entry stamps are verified at renewal.
Can we submit family renewals together?
Each member submits individually, but coordinating through a single agent ensures simultaneous processing. Contact Mirabello for family coordination.
What happens when children turn 18?
They move from the child fee (GBP 25, about USD 33) to the adult fee (GBP 50, about USD 65) at their next renewal. Plan timing to minimise overlap.
Is there a family discount for Antigua passport renewal?
No. Each person pays the full individual rate. See the Antigua CIP fee schedule.
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