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. 

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

This site describes the manufacturing business in Antigua and Barbuda whickh contributes significantly less to GDP versus tourism

A comprehensive but dated (2014) report on the business climate from the US Department of State

Instructions on registering a business name in Antigua and Barbuda

Instructions on this site for company registration

This World Bank site rans Antigua and Barbuda for ease of 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. 

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%.

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.

This World Bank site provides a table of tax obligations in Antigua and Barbuda including VAT

Effective April, 2017 the personal income tax in Antigua and Barbuda will be eliminated

The Sales Tax Rate in Antigua And Barbuda stands at 15 percent.

Most European Union citizens (listed on this site) do not require a visa to enter Antigua and Barbuda on holiday or business. 

Antigua and Barbuda visa for citizens of United States of America is required.

Information on the telecom industry from the Ministry of Telecommunications, Science and Technology

Current news items on the telecom market in Antigua and Barbuda

76 tips on getting to and getting around Antigua and Barbuda from real travelers and locals.

A brief description of air and land transportation options

THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LABOUR CODE

THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LABOUR CODE

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.

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.

Antigua and Barbuda 2016 / 2017 Public Holidays, … School Holidays and Festivals in Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda holidays 2016, bankholidays, national holidays

This site provides links to weather and climate information for Antigua and Barbuda

Useful etiquette tips on attire, greetings and tipping

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. 

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.

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. 

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

Demogrphic facts and statistics on 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

See “Safety and Security” on this US Department of State site

Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Antigua And Barbuda

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.

See the commentary on “social conventions” on this site

Information on free imports and prohibited items

A summary of import and export regulations

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.

Customs information for individuals entering Antigua and Barbuda

A listing of trade agreements to which Antigua and Barbuda is a signatory

A listing of cottages, villas, inns, guest houses and hotels in Antugia and Barbuda

Reviews and prices for 39 hotels in Antigua and Barbuda

Expert picks for your Antigua and Barbuda vacation, including hotels, restaurants, entertainment, shopping, top attractions, and more.

Expert Antigua and Barbuda travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know