How Indian passport holders get a visa for Antigua & Barbuda: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online before travel
- Government fee: Approximately USD 100 (~₹8,400) for single-entry tourist eVisa. Multiple options on the official portal.
- Processing time: 5 working days standard for the eVisa.
- Maximum stay: Up to 30 days per entry under the eVisa (some sources note up to 6 months — verify on application; official Antigua immigration site is authoritative).
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 78/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from arrival, 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-style photo (digital)
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel bookings for full stay
- Proof of funds
- Travel insurance (recommended, not always mandatory)
How & where to apply
Apply on the official Antigua & Barbuda Department of Immigration eVisa portal (antiguavisa.com). Entirely online — no embassy visit needed. Approval letter emailed; print and carry on arrival. Antigua & Barbuda eVisa portal (official Department of Immigration)
Transit & connections
Airside transit through V.C. Bird Intl (ANU) for non-Antiguan destinations does not require a visa.
How Antigua & Barbuda compares in the Americas
With an ease score of 78/100 this is one of the smoother applications for Indians. Antigua & Barbuda uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
| Country | Visa type | Government fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇬 Antigua & Barbuda | eVisa — apply online before travel | Approximately USD 100 (~₹8,400) for single-entry tourist eVisa. Multiple options on the official portal. | 5 working days standard for the eVisa. |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a qualifying US visa / Green Card | Free for Indian nationals under bilateral agreement (zero consular fee). Visa-free entry is also free if eligible. | Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days after document submission at the Embassy in New Delhi or Consulate in Mumbai. |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | Consular visa — or visa-free if you hold US/Canada/UK/Japan/Schengen visa | Consular tourist visa US$54 (~₹4,600). Visa-free entry is free — only the FMM/FMME tourist card (free if filed online or ~MXN 717 / ~₹3,600 at land borders) is needed. | Consular visa: 2–10 working days at the Mexican Embassy in New Delhi after appointment. Visa-free entry: instant at port of entry. |
| 🇨🇱 Chile | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a valid US visa / Green Card | Tourist visa US$25 (~₹2,100) consular fee for Indian nationals. Visa-free entry is free. | Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days at the Embassy of Chile in New Delhi after document submission. |
| 🇵🇪 Peru | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a US/Canada/UK/Australia/Schengen visa | Tourist visa approx US$30 (~₹2,500) consular fee at the Embassy in New Delhi. Visa-free entry is free. | Consular visa: 7–10 working days after the in-person interview at the Embassy of Peru in New Delhi. |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | Tourist visa via Embassy / VFS — eVisa for business travellers only (as of mid-2026) | Tourist visa ₹6,400 (~US$77) consular fee. Business eVisa via VFS: US$40 + US$25 service fee (~₹5,500). | Tourist visa: 10–15 working days from VFS submission. Business eVisa: 5–10 working days. |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visitor visa (TRV) — apply online + VFS biometrics | CAD 100 (~₹6,300) visitor visa fee + CAD 85 (~₹5,400) biometrics. Total ~₹11,700. | From India: about 70–90 days after biometrics (IRCC posted ~71–88 days in early-to-mid 2026). IRCC targeting 60 days global by Q4 2026. |
Fees and processing times are indicative and change with exchange rates and season — always confirm on each country's official source before applying.
Good to know
Sources conflict on the eVisa duration (30 days vs 6 months) — the official Antigua & Barbuda Department of Immigration site is the authoritative source. The Citizenship-by-Investment programme is separate and not what's described here. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://immigration.gov.ag/visa-services/visa-application-process/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Antigua & Barbuda?
eVisa — apply online before travel. Sources conflict on the eVisa duration (30 days vs 6 months) — the official Antigua & Barbuda Department of Immigration site is the authoritative source. The Citizenship-by-Investment programme is separate and not what's described here. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Antigua & Barbuda visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from arrival, 2 blank pages; Recent passport-style photo (digital); Confirmed return ticket; Hotel bookings for full stay; Proof of funds; Travel insurance (recommended, not always mandatory)
How long does a Antigua & Barbuda visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 5 working days standard for the eVisa.. Government fee: Approximately USD 100 (~₹8,400) for single-entry tourist eVisa. Multiple options on the official portal.. Maximum stay: Up to 30 days per entry under the eVisa (some sources note up to 6 months — verify on application; official Antigua immigration site is authoritative)..
How do Indians apply for a Antigua & Barbuda visa?
Apply on the official Antigua & Barbuda Department of Immigration eVisa portal (antiguavisa.com). Entirely online — no embassy visit needed. Approval letter emailed; print and carry on arrival. Official source: https://immigration.gov.ag/visa-services/visa-application-process/
Is a Antigua & Barbuda visa hard to get for Indian citizens?
With an ease score of 78/100 this is one of the smoother applications for Indians. No interview is normally required.
Can Indians get a Antigua & Barbuda visa online or on arrival?
Antigua & Barbuda uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
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