🇦🇬 Antigua And Barbuda · Student

Student Permit (Non-Immigrant Student) — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-22 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Age rangeNone–18

Costs

Application / consular fee€518

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Documents

  • Application form for the student visa
  • Acceptance Letter from Ministry of Education
  • Acceptance letter from the educational institution
  • Applicant’s Passport
  • Proof of financial support
  • Health certificate
  • Birth certificate
  • Passport belonging to Parents or guardians.
  • Passport size photo

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.ag/frequently-asked-questions/student-permit-faqs/.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Health insurance

“The student must have coverage or name should appear on the insurance.”

No direct PR path

“Visto de estudante = residência TEMPORÁRIA pela duração dos estudos; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR via rota pós-estudo separada). not_applicable. Programa: _Do I need a student Permit to attend school in Antigua and Barbuda?_**”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.

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