Visa & Entry Requirements
Entry rules vary by nationality and can change. Use this page to understand the process, then verify your case with the official sources below before departure.
Check your entry rules before you book
Many leisure travelers can visit without applying for a tourist visa in advance, but passport-validity rules, airline requirements, and visa eligibility depend on nationality and can change. Treat the official links below as the final check before you fly.
Official Sources To Verify Now
Antigua and Barbuda Department of Immigration
Official immigration department covering visitor entry, permitted stay, and any eVisa categories for Antigua and Barbuda.
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U.S. State Department: Antigua and Barbuda Travel Guidance
Current U.S. guidance covering visa requirements, passport validity, entry conditions, and embassy contact details.
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UK Government: Antigua and Barbuda Entry Requirements
Official UK foreign travel advice on visa-free stays, passport validity, and onward-ticket rules for British nationals.
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Visa-Free Entry for Tourism
Citizens of many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, EU member states, and Canada, do not need a visa to visit Antigua and Barbuda for tourism. You are admitted on entry as a visitor, provided you meet the passport, onward-ticket, and accommodation conditions below. The maximum visitor stay is commonly up to 90 days for UK nationals, and immigration officers set the permitted period on arrival. Always confirm your own case with the official sources above.
No visa
For many tourist nationalities
Up to 90 days
Typical visitor stay
Extendable
Via the Immigration Department
Passport Requirements
- Passport-validity rules depend on your nationality. UK guidance requires your passport to be valid for at least 6 months after the date you arrive, and the U.S. State Department states a U.S. passport should be valid for 180 days following your departure date. Passport cards are not accepted.
- Bring a return or onward ticket, it is a condition of entry and immigration may ask to see it
- Have your hotel address or accommodation details ready, plus evidence you can support yourself during the visit
- Vaccination and health documentation requirements vary depending on where you are arriving from, so check current CDC and airline guidance before travel.
Arrival at V.C. Bird International Airport
Most visitors arrive by air at V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU) in Coolidge, about 8 km northeast of St. John's. You will complete an immigration and customs declaration for entry. The Department of Immigration is moving these declarations online, so check the official immigration source above for the current form before you fly.
What to have ready on arrival
- A passport that meets the validity rule for your nationality
- Your return or onward ticket and your accommodation details
- The completed immigration and customs declaration (online or on the plane)
- Evidence you can support yourself during your stay, if asked
Extending Your Stay
If you wish to stay beyond the period granted on arrival, you have two main considerations:
Option 1: Extension
Apply to the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Immigration in St. John's before your permitted stay expires to request an extension.
Option 2: Avoid Overstaying
Overstaying or working without authorization is illegal and can lead to fines or removal. Fees and rules change over time, so confirm the current amount with the Immigration Department before relying on an estimate.
Countries That Do Require a Visa
Visa-free access depends on nationality, passport type, and sometimes residence status in third countries. Do not rely on a generic country list alone when you are booking flights.
If you're unsure about your country, check with the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Immigration or the nearest Antigua and Barbuda high commission, embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date requirements.
Travel Document Tips
Make Copies
Keep digital copies of your passport, return ticket, and accommodation reservations on your phone and in email.
Customs Declaration
Complete the customs declaration honestly. Larger sums of cash and restricted goods must be declared, so check the current limits with Antigua and Barbuda Customs before you travel.
Duty-Free Allowances
Personal duty-free allowances apply to alcohol, tobacco, and gifts. Amounts change, so confirm the current allowance with Antigua and Barbuda Customs before relying on a figure.
Traveling with Minors
Minors traveling without both parents may need a notarized authorization letter. Check with your airline.
Ready to plan your trip?
Now that you know the entry requirements, explore our travel guides and start planning your Antigua and Barbuda adventure.