Question 1

Who needs this visa?

Accepted Answer

Nationals of countries that are not visa-exempt need an entry visa for tourism. Visa-exempt nationals may enter without a visa for stays of up to six months if they meet standard entry requirements.

Question 2

How long can I stay as a tourist?

Accepted Answer

Visa-exempt visitors may be granted permission to land for up to six months. A tourist visa on arrival is granted for up to 30 days and is normally non-extendable.

Question 3

Can I extend a tourist stay?

Accepted Answer

A bona fide visitor may apply to the Chief Immigration Officer for an extension of stay of up to 90 days, subject to approval and a valid return ticket.

Question 4

Can I work in Antigua and Barbuda on a business visa?

Accepted Answer

No. A business visa is for meetings and commercial visits. Paid work or local employment requires a work permit issued by the Labour Department.

Question 5

What evidence of business purpose is required?

Accepted Answer

Individuals traveling on business must provide a letter from their employer stating the purpose of the trip, along with standard entry documents.

Question 6

Do I need a transit visa if I stay airside?

Accepted Answer

Passengers remaining airside for less than 24 hours with confirmed onward tickets may transit without a visa.

Question 7

Do cruise passengers need a visa?

Accepted Answer

Cruise ship visitors who arrive and depart the same day do not require a visa, even if they would normally need one.

Question 8

Can I work while studying?

Accepted Answer

No. A student permit holder may not engage in gainful or unpaid occupation, except unpaid work undertaken in connection with studies. A work permit is required for internships over three months that are an essential part of the course.

Question 9

Can a visitor change status to student after arrival?

Accepted Answer

No. A bona fide visitor who arrived for vacation is not allowed to change status to student; the student permit must be approved before arrival.

Question 10

Does a work permit make me a resident?

Accepted Answer

No. A work permit holder is a bona fide visitor with conditional permission to work in Antigua and Barbuda; it does not confer residency.

Question 11

Do I still need an extension of stay with a work permit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A work permit is granted by the Labour Department while an extension of stay is granted by the Immigration Department, and a work permit does not automatically qualify the holder for an extension of stay.

Question 12

Does each dependent need a separate visa?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Each traveler, including dependents, must hold a separate eVisa or entry visa.

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