Antigua and Barbuda
0% personal income tax (abolished 2016) · VAT 15% · No capital gains tax · No inheritance tax · CBI from $100,000
Antigua Tax Facts
— 2026Quick Country Comparison
— at XCD 100,000| Country | Take-home | Eff. Rate | vs Antigua |
|---|---|---|---|
 Antigua | XCD 100,000 | 0% | — |
 Barbados | XCD 71,500 | ~28.5% | −XCD 28,500 |
 St. Lucia | XCD 70,000 | ~30% | −XCD 30,000 |
 Dominica | XCD 65,000 | ~35% | −XCD 35,000 |
Antigua: 0% income tax since 2016. Barbados: progressive income tax up to 28.5%. St. Lucia: progressive income tax up to 30%. Dominica: progressive income tax up to 35%. XCD 100,000 ≈ $37,000 USD. Illustrative — not tax advice.
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Antigua and Barbuda uses the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD), pegged to the USD at XCD 2.70 per USD. With 0% personal income tax, take-home pay equals gross salary for employed residents. The economy is heavily tourism-driven — English Harbour is the superyacht capital of the Caribbean — and financial services are a growing sector. The IRD (Inland Revenue Department) administers VAT and business taxes. Employer payroll contributions and social security obligations still apply for businesses operating in Antigua.
Moving from Antigua
Antigua and Barbuda has been independent since 1981, with strong British heritage and English as the official language — making it a popular destination for UK expats. The Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme offers citizenship from a $100,000 contribution to the National Development Fund, or $200,000 in approved real estate. There are no residency requirements to maintain citizenship. The island has well-developed expat infrastructure, direct flights to London, and a large British and North American community.
Last Updated: June 2026 · Daniel · CountryTaxCalc