September 17, 2015 TnH Global

Antigua & Barbuda Visa

Explore Antigua & Barbuda Visa Information
On this page, you will get detailed information about Antigua & Barbuda Visa and formalities.

Visa Information for Antigua & Barbuda

Visa Note & Fees

Business Visa

Effective from March 5, 2012, it is compulsory for all applicants to complete an online form.

Applicants can download the required forms from: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/

Applicant needs to click on the button APPLY ONLINE

Then, select the purpose of visit in the options given.

After filling up the online visa form, you will get an option for appointment date.

With this printout applicant have to visit VFS for biometrics.

Visa fees has to be paid online using Visa or MasterCard debit or credit cards or via e-wallet (PayPal or Skrill).

Other requirements:

The Applicant must have a passport valid for at least 6 months with two empty pages back to back.
Two passport-size photographs (35 x 45 mm with 80% face) according to biometric specifications.
One duly filled Visa Form.
All columns in the Visa Form must be completed to avoid delay or refusal.
Two Covering Letters from the Applicant are required:

Personal Covering Letter giving complete details such as purpose of visit, duration of stay etc.
A covering Letter from the Employer giving complete details of the business visit.

An invitation letter from the Company in Bermuda with complete details for the purpose of visit.
Proof of the business correspondence between the two companies.
Evidence of Confirmed Hotel Bookings for the entire duration of stay.
Appointment Letter/ Salary Slip for the last 6 months.
Company’s Bank statement with transaction of the last 6 months also showing the account number and complete bank contacts including the telephone number (A4 size photocopy).
Income Tax Returns of the Company for the last 3 years.
Company’s Registration Certificate / Proof of company / Partnership deed.
Please note that all original set of documents needs to be submitted.
Processing time is 4 weeks or more as all the cases are referred for approval.

Note: Effective from 16th December, 2013 Visa fees has to be paid online using Visa or MasterCard debit or credit cards or via e-wallet (PayPal or Skrill).

Visa Category	Visa Fee
Handling / Forwarding Application fee	Rs. 12,075

Tourist Visa

Effective from March 5, 2012, it is mandatory for all applicants to complete an online form.

Applicants can download the required forms from: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/

Applicant needs to click on the button APPLY ONLINE

Then, select the purpose of visit in the options given.

After filling up the online visa form, you will get an option for appointment date.

With this printout applicant have to visit VFS for biometrics.

Visa fees has to be paid online using Visa or MasterCard debit or credit cards or via e-wallet (PayPal or Skrill).

Other requirements:

The Applicant must have a passport valid for at least 6 months with two empty pages back to back.
Two passport-size photographs (35 x 45 mm with 80% face) as per biometric specifications.
One Visa Form.
All columns in the Visa Form must be completed to avoid delay or refusal.
A personal covering letter from the Applicant giving complete details such as purpose of visit, duration of stay etc.
The Sponsorship letter from Family or Friends in Bermuda along with the financial details should be attached with application.
Formal leave letter from the Company.
Appointment Letter of the company / Salary Slip of the last 6 months.
Personal Bank statement with transaction of the last 6 months also showing the account number and complete bank contacts including the telephone number (A4 size photocopy).
Personal Income Tax Returns for the last 3 years.
Confirmed Hotel Bookings of the entire duration of stay.
Please note all original set of documents required to be submitted.
Processing time is 4 weeks or more as all the cases are referred for approval.

Note: Effective from 16th December, 2013 Visa fees has to be paid online using Visa or MasterCard debit or credit cards or via e-wallet (PayPal or Skrill).

Visa Category	Visa Fee
Handling / Forwarding Application fee	Rs. 12,075

Facts to Know About Antigua & Barbuda

Name: Antigua & Barbuda

Location: Caribbean, Leeward Islands

Time: IST (-) 9 1/2 hrs

Capital: St John’s

Language: English (official), Patois & local dialects

Area: 441.6 sq km

National Day: 1st November (Independence Day)

Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD) 1 = INR 22.66

Climate: The Island experiences a delightful tropical climate which makes it a place to visit all around the year. The weather remains warm and moderately dry during the year.

Holidays: 1st Jan – New Year’s Day, 18th Apr – Good Friday, 21st Apr – Easter Monday, 5th May – Labor Day, 9th Jun – Whit Monday, 4th Aug – Carnival Monday, 5th Aug – Carnival Tuesday, 1st Nov- Independence Day, 9th Dec – National Heroes Day, 25th Dec – Christmas Day, 26th Dec – Boxing Day

Airline Name: Leeward Islands Air Transport (LIAT)

International Airports: VC Bird Airport (St John’s) (ANU)

Diplomatic Representations

Name: High Commission of Britain

Address: Shantipath, Chanakyapuri

City: New Delhi – 110 021

Country: India

Telephone: 2687 2161 / 2410 0017 (Help-Line), 24100020/ 21/ 22 (Visa Section)

Fax: 2687 0060 / 2611 6094

Timings: Mon to Fri

Office Timings: 0800 to 1700 hrs

Email: conqry.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk