Economic Overview
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The Economy of Antigua | Caribya!
http://caribya.com/antigua/economy/
Agriculture is also important to Antigua’s economy, though it can’t stand up to thetourism industry. The island’s agriculture is primarily focused on the domestic market instead of the export of goods.
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Antigua and Barbuda Economy 2016, CIA World Factbook
http://www.theodora.com/wfbcurrent/antigua_and_barbuda/antigua_and_barbuda_economy.html
Tourism continues to dominate Antigua and Barbuda’s economy, accounting for nearly 60% of GDP and 40% of investment. The dual-island nation’s agricultural production is focused on the domestic market and constrained by a limited water supply and a labor shortage
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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Industry and Manufacturing in Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.commonwealthofnations.org/sectors-antigua_and_barbuda/business/industry_and_manufacturing/
This site describes the manufacturing business in Antigua and Barbuda whickh contributes significantly less to GDP versus tourism
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2014 Investment Climate Statement – Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.state.gov/e/eb/rls/othr/ics/2014/228584.htm
A comprehensive but dated (2014) report on the business climate from the US Department of State
Establishing a Presence
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How To Register a Business Name in Antigua and Barbuda
http://investantiguabarbuda.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/How-to-Register-a-Business-Name1.pdf
Instructions on registering a business name in Antigua and Barbuda
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Antigua & Barbuda Business Climate
http://www.antiguanice.com/v2/client.php?id=703
Instructions on this site for company registration
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Doing Business in Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/antigua-and-barbuda
This World Bank site rans Antigua and Barbuda for ease of starting a business
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Starting a Business in Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/antigua-and-barbuda/starting-a-business
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Antigua and Barbuda.
Taxes
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Antigua and Barbuda Corporate – Taxes
http://taxsummaries.pwc.com/uk/taxsummaries/wwts.nsf/ID/Antigua-and-Barbuda-Corporate-Taxes-on-corporate-income
Non-resident companies deriving income from Antigua and Barbuda are liable for CIT and should be registered if they have a physical presence in Antigua and Barbuda. Antigua and Barbuda imposes a flat CIT rate of 25%.
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Paying Taxes in Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/antigua-and-barbuda/paying-taxes
This site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year, as well as administrative burden in paying taxes and complying with postfiling procedures.
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Paying Taxes in Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/antigua-and-barbuda/paying-taxes
This World Bank site provides a table of tax obligations in Antigua and Barbuda including VAT
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Antigua abolishes personal income tax
http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/news/Antigua-abolishes-personal-income-tax_49425
Effective April, 2017 the personal income tax in Antigua and Barbuda will be eliminated
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Antigua And Barbuda Sales Tax Rate | VAT | 2014-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/antigua-and-barbuda/sales-tax-rate
The Sales Tax Rate in Antigua And Barbuda stands at 15 percent.
Visas
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Antigua and Barbuda High Commission London
http://www.antigua-barbuda.com/passport-visas/
Most European Union citizens (listed on this site) do not require a visa to enter Antigua and Barbuda on holiday or business.
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VisaHQ.com – Antigua and Barbuda visa
https://antigua-barbuda.visahq.com/
Antigua and Barbuda visa for citizens of United States of America is required.
Infrastructure
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telecom.gov.ag – Who We Are
http://telecom.gov.ag/
Information on the telecom industry from the Ministry of Telecommunications, Science and Technology
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Telecom News – CommsUpdate Antigua and Barbuda
https://www.telegeography.com/products/commsupdate/lists/country/antigua-and-barbuda/
Current news items on the telecom market in Antigua and Barbuda
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Antigua and Barbuda Transportation – Taxi, Train, Bus
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Caribbean_and_Central_America/Antigua_and_Barbuda/Transportation-Antigua_and_Barbuda-TG-C-1.html
76 tips on getting to and getting around Antigua and Barbuda from real travelers and locals.
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Antigua Transportation | Caribya!
http://caribya.com/antigua/transportation/
A brief description of air and land transportation options
Employer Obligations
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Antigua and Barbuda : Labour Code Act – ILO
http://blue.lim.ilo.org/cariblex/ab_act2.shtml
THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LABOUR CODE
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Antigua and Barbuda : Labour Code Act – ILO
http://blue.lim.ilo.org/cariblex/ab_act2.shtml
THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LABOUR CODE
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Labor Market Regulation in Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/antigua-and-barbuda/labor-market-regulation
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Antigua and Barbuda.
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Labor Market Regulation in Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/antigua-and-barbuda/labor-market-regulation
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Antigua and Barbuda.
Culture/Living
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Antigua and Barbuda 2016 / 2017 Holiday Calendar
http://holiday-calendar.com/antigua-barbuda-public-holiday-calendar/32/
Antigua and Barbuda 2016 / 2017 Public Holidays, … School Holidays and Festivals in Antigua and Barbuda
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Antigua and Barbuda Public Holidays 2016
http://holidayyear.com/holidays/Antigua-and-Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda holidays 2016, bankholidays, national holidays
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Weather and Climate Information – Antigua and Barbuda
http://www.antiguamet.com/Climate/
This site provides links to weather and climate information for Antigua and Barbuda
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Antigua and Barbuda: Useful Information.
http://www.antiguanice.com/v2/client.php?id=535
Useful etiquette tips on attire, greetings and tipping
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Antigua and Barbuda Education System
http://www.classbase.com/Countries/Antigua-and-Barbuda/Education-System
Education in the tiny Caribbean Islands of Antigua and Barbuda is free and compulsory for all children there between ages 5 and 16. Even transport, school infrastructure and class materials are accounted for under a levy of basic wages.
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Antigua and Barbuda – Climate and Weather
http://www.expatfocus.com/expatriate-antigua-barbuda-climate-weather
Antigua has a tropical climate with the weather being warm and mostly dry all year round. The winter months are December through to March and still have an average pleasant daily temperature of 27°C or 81°F.
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Antigua and Barbuda – Currency and Cost of Living
http://www.expatfocus.com/expatriate-antigua-barbuda-currency-costs
Antigua is not a cheap place to live, but there are ways to avoid some of the higher cost items that will increase your monthly spending.
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Antigua and Barbuda – Education and Schools
http://www.expatfocus.com/expatriate-antigua-barbuda-education-schools
The education system in Antigua and Barbuda is heavily influenced by the British system, a legacy of British rule for so many years. There are both public and private schools available and education can begin as early as the age of three
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Antigua and Barbuda Facts on Largest Cities, Populations
http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/namerica/caribb/antiguaandbarbuda/agfacts.htm
Demogrphic facts and statistics on Antigua and Barbuda
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Demographics of Antigua and Barbuda
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_Antigua_and_Barbuda
This site discusses the demographic features of the population of Antigua and Barbuda, including population density, ethnicity, religious affiliations and other aspects of th
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Antigua and Barbuda – State
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/antigua-barbuda.html
See “Safety and Security” on this US Department of State site
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Cost of Living in Antigua And Barbuda
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Antigua+And+Barbuda
Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Antigua And Barbuda
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Safety in Antigua & Barbuda – Lonely Planet
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/antigua-and-barbuda/safety
The vast majority of visits are trouble-free and Antigua is by and large a safe and welcoming place. That doesn’t mean you should let your guard down.
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Antigua and Barbuda History, Language and Culture
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/antigua-and-barbuda/history-language-culture
See the commentary on “social conventions” on this site
Trade
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Antigua and Barbuda customs
https://antigua-barbuda.visahq.com/customs/
Information on free imports and prohibited items
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://cape-verde.visahq.com/customs/
A summary of import and export regulations
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WTO | Antigua and Barbuda – Member information
https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/countries_e/antigua_and_barbuda_e.htm
This site provides a key information on Antigua and Barbuda’s participation in the WTO. Antigua and Barbuda has been a WTO member since 1 January 1995 and a member of GATT since 30 March1987.
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Antigua and Barbuda Customs, Currency & Airport Tax
http://www.iatatravelcentre.com/AG-Antigua-and-Barbuda-customs-currency-airport-tax-regulations-details.htm
Customs information for individuals entering Antigua and Barbuda
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Trade Agreements | Search Antigua
http://www.searchantigua.com/moving-here/trade-agreements/
A listing of trade agreements to which Antigua and Barbuda is a signatory
Housing and Rentals
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Antigua and Barbuda / Accommodation
http://www.antigua-barbuda.org/agacc01.htm
A listing of cottages, villas, inns, guest houses and hotels in Antugia and Barbuda
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The 10 Best Hotels in Antigua and Barbuda
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g150894-Antigua_and_Barbuda-Hotels.html
Reviews and prices for 39 hotels in Antigua and Barbuda
Travel
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Antigua and Barbuda Travel Guide | Fodor’s Travel
http://www.fodors.com/world/caribbean/antigua-and-barbuda
Expert picks for your Antigua and Barbuda vacation, including hotels, restaurants, entertainment, shopping, top attractions, and more.
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Antigua and Barbuda Travel Guide and Travel Information
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/antigua-and-barbuda
Expert Antigua and Barbuda travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know