For years, citizenship by investment (CBI) skeptics have asked the same question: does the real estate actually perform, or is it simply a compliance checkbox?
A recent message from Citizens International provides one of the clearest answers we’ve seen.
A significant portion of global CBI applicants continue to favor approved real estate investment—and for good reason. When structured properly, property offers not just citizenship eligibility, but a tangible asset, lifestyle access, and the potential for long-term value and income.
The Gardens, Antigua: A Standout Case Study
One of the strongest examples in 2025 has been The Gardens, a private residential community located in Antigua’s largest marina and golf district. Developed by Citizens International’s sister company, Elmsbridge, the project has now delivered a full year of real-world rental data on its very first citizenship-owned shared-ownership villa.
The results speak for themselves.
In its first year of short-term rentals, the villa achieved:
- 45.2% occupancy
- 27.8% higher performance than comparable Airbnb listings
- A 4.88-star Airbnb rating and five-star Google reviews
- Consistent demand throughout the year, including outside peak season
This is not theoretical yield. It’s verified, professionally managed performance.
Why This Matters for CBI Investors
Too often, citizenship-qualifying properties are marketed with lifestyle imagery but little transparency around income or management. The Gardens demonstrates that CBI real estate can function as both a compliant investment and a professionally run income-generating asset.
Key takeaways for offshore investors:
- Shared ownership lowers entry cost while maintaining eligibility
- Professional management drives higher-than-market performance
- Year-round demand reduces seasonality risk
- Asset ownership remains aligned with lifestyle and exit flexibility
In short, this is how citizenship real estate should be structured.
Current Opportunity Available
Citizens International has confirmed that an exclusive shared-ownership offering, structured similarly to this high-performing villa, is currently available at The Gardens, Antigua. Interested clients can request:
- First-year return data
- Ownership and legal structure details
- Current availability and allocation
A full performance review is also available directly through Citizens International.
The Bigger Offshore Picture
At Invest Offshore, we continue to see high-net-worth individuals prioritize real assets paired with legal certainty—whether through Caribbean citizenship, international banking, or strategic property exposure. Citizenship-linked real estate that actually performs is becoming the gold standard, not the exception.
As always, Invest Offshore also maintains investment opportunities across West Africa, including projects in the Copperbelt region seeking international investors—further demonstrating that tangible assets, when structured correctly, remain the foundation of smart offshore strategy.
For more insights on offshore citizenship, real estate, and global investment structures, stay connected with Invest Offshore.
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