Antigua and Barbuda
Eastern Caribbean Dollar · EC$
Antigua and Barbuda abolished personal income tax on wages and salaries in 2016. Employers must instead contribute to the Social Security Board and the Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS). Employers must maintain payroll records, provide payslips, and comply with labour regulations including minimum wage requirements.
Country Quick Facts
Financial Calculators
Calculate statutory deductions, contributions, and obligations for Antigua and Barbuda.
Health Insurance Calculator
Mandatory health insurance contributions
Monthly Premium
EC$500.00
Insurance Provider
Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS)
Mandatory for ages 16-60. For ages 60-69 the split changes to 2.5% employee-only (employer pays 0%), and both sides drop to 0% at 70+. Employees earning under EC$400/month pay 0%, but the employer still contributes the full 7% (both shares) on their behalf.
Employer Share
EC$17.50
3.5% of premium
Employee Share
EC$17.50
3.5% of premium
*Note: This pension calculation is an estimate. For exact payroll and pension compliance calculations, please visit the official government website.
Country Overview
Key employment regulations and payroll requirements at a glance.
Minimum Wage
EC$11.50 / hour
Payroll Cycle
Bi-weekly or Monthly
Income Tax
Not applicable, abolished in 2016
Social Security
16% total (approx. 9.5% employer + 6.5% employee) as of Jan 2025
Mandatory Pension
Not mandatory
Health Insurance
Mandatory MBS: 3.5% employer + 3.5% employee
Employment Contract
Written contract required
Payslip
Required
Government Filing
Monthly Social Security and MBS
Leave & Labour Compliance
Employment terms and leave entitlements for Antigua and Barbuda.
Annual Leave
Antigua and Barbuda statutory entitlement
10
days
Compliance Highlights
- Employees are entitled to at least 10 days of annual leave per year.
- Paid sick leave is available under employment legislation.
- Eligible female employees receive 12 weeks of maternity leave.
- There is no statutory paternity leave requirement.
- Employees observe 12 public holidays annually.
- Probation periods typically range from 3 to 6 months.
- Notice periods vary based on length of service.
- Standard working hours are generally 40 hours per week.
- Overtime compensation applies according to labour laws.
- Written employment contracts are required by law.
Government Registrations
Required registrations and regulatory authorities for Antigua and Barbuda.
Employer Registration
Antigua and Barbuda Social Security Board
Tax Authority
N/A - No personal income tax
Insurance Authority
Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS)
Labour Department
Ministry of Labour
Submission Frequency
Monthly
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