Head to head
Antigua and Barbuda vs Malaysia
Three key differences
- Different status types: Antigua and Barbuda grants citizenship, Malaysia grants long-term residence — usually not the same decision.
- Indicative total: Malaysia runs $97,300 below Antigua and Barbuda.
- Upper timeline: Malaysia is 3 months shorter than Antigua and Barbuda.
Field
Antigua and Barbuda
Malaysia
Status type
Citizenship
Long-term residence
Min. investment
$230,000
$150,000
Government & due diligence
$18,500
$1,200
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$248,500
$151,200
Timeline
6–9 mo
3–6 mo
Residency
30 d / 5 yrs
90 d/yr
Visit required
No
Yes
Eligible family
spouse + children under 30 + parents over 55 + siblings
spouse + unmarried children under 34 + parents over 60
Dual citizenship
Yes
N/A
Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
None
None
● Numerically favourable on that line. A number, not a recommendation — no program wins every line.
Figures reflect prevailing industry terms, compiled 2026-08-12. Rules and fees change without notice; official announcements and a case-by-case assessment govern. Totals exclude the service fee, which runs $500–$8,000 by program.