Moving to Anguilla: taxes, residence and life
How to become tax resident in Anguilla: personal, dividend and corporate tax, 7 residence programmes, days needed, climate, safety and economy — compared with 194 countries.
Taxes
In Anguilla the top income tax rate is 0%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 0% corporate tax.
How to move and become tax resident
You can become tax resident in Anguilla from arrival once you take up residence (Residence permit + home; no income tax or residence test). The typical route is Residence by Investment (donation or real estate): US$150k Capital Development Fund (+US$50k/dependant) or US$750k real estate (family of 4, hold 5 yrs); fee US$25k + US$10k/dependant There are 7 open residence programmes in Anguilla — see the list below.
Living there
The Valley has a tropical savanna (wet/dry) climate with winter highs around 28 °C and summer highs around 31 °C. The economy grew +4% in 2025; the IMF forecasts 3% for 2026. Its passport opens about 162 countries without a visa in advance. Security: No conflict exposure.
Key facts
| Top income tax | 0% |
|---|---|
| Dividend tax | — |
| Corporate tax | 0% |
| Tax residence | from arrival — Residence permit + home; no income tax or residence test |
| Typical residence route | Residence by Investment (donation or real estate) — US$150k Capital Development Fund (+US$50k/dependant) or US$750k real estate (family of 4, hold 5 yrs); fee US$25k + US$10k/dependant |
| Passport | visa-free or on arrival to 162 countries |
| Economic growth | +4% (2025), forecast 3% (2026) |
| Climate type | tropical savanna (wet/dry) · 28° / 31° (The Valley) |
| War & conflict | none — No conflict exposure |
| All natural hazards | 5.5/10 |
| Banking strength | 5/10 · NR |
| Property protection | 6/10 |
| Warm homes in winter | 8.5/10 |
Residence programmes in Anguilla
- Residence by Investment – Capital Development Fund — Investment CHF 120'000
- Residence by Investment – Residential Real Estate — Investment CHF 600'000
- Residence by Investment – Business Premises (right to reside and work) — Investment CHF 600'000
- Tax Residency (High Value Resident) option — Investment CHF 320'000
- Lose the Crowd, Find Yourself (remote-work stay) — digitalNomad
- Work Permit — employment
- Spouse / Dependant of Anguillian (Belonger) or resident — family
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need to spend in Anguilla to become tax resident?
from arrival. Residence permit + home; no income tax or residence test No income, gains or inheritance tax; property tax and GST only
How much tax will I pay in Anguilla?
In Anguilla the top income tax rate is 0%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 0% corporate tax.
Which residence programmes does Anguilla offer?
Residence by Investment – Capital Development Fund (CHF 120'000); Residence by Investment – Residential Real Estate (CHF 600'000); Residence by Investment – Business Premises (right to reside and work) (CHF 600'000); Tax Residency (High Value Resident) option (CHF 320'000); Lose the Crowd, Find Yourself (remote-work stay)
What is the usual way to move to Anguilla?
Residence by Investment (donation or real estate). US$150k Capital Development Fund (+US$50k/dependant) or US$750k real estate (family of 4, hold 5 yrs); fee US$25k + US$10k/dependant
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