In addition to the two larger islands mentioned above, this small state also includes the uninhabited island of Redonda. On the map, it is located southeast of Puerto Rico in the Eastern Caribbean. The capital of Antigua and Barbuda is Saint John's. The form of government is a constitutional-parliamentary monarchy, the head is the British King Charles III. The island of Antigua has an area of 281 square kilometres, Barbuda brings it to 161 square kilometres. The area is shared by 98,000 people.
The history of Antigua and Barbuda
The islands have had a chequered history, beginning with the discovery of Christopher Columbus in 1493. The conquerors enslaved the indigenous people, and many subsequently died of disease or from the hard work. In the following years, there were several unsuccessful attempts to colonise the islands. Later, they were a popular retreat for pirates. From 1628 Barbuda belonged to Great Britain, and from 1632 Antigua was settled by British settlers who crossed to the island from St. Kitts and Nevis. From 1685, sugar cane was the main crop planted on Barbuda.
In 1784, Admiral Horatio Nelson established a naval base for Great Britain on Antigua. With the abolition of slavery in 1834, the economic downturn began. In 1860, Antigua and Barbuda united to form the colony of Antigua.
From 1940, the island kingdom strove for independence. Leading the way was Vere Cornwall Bird, who later became prime minister. From 1946, Antigua and Barbuda had its own parliament and since 1951 women have been allowed to vote. The islands became a separate colony in 1956 and were members of the West Indian Federation between 1958 and 1962.
Since 1967, the islands have been autonomous in domestic politics, with only foreign policy still being handled by Great Britain. In 1968, Antigua and Barbuda became a member of the Caribbean Free Trade Association. Since 1981, the archipelago has officially been called Antigua and Barbuda and became completely independent from Great Britain.
The political system of Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda is a constitutional monarchy, similar in structure to the United Kingdom.
The head of state is the King of the United Kingdom, i.e. Charles III. The King's representative is the Governor General. However, he has no political power; this is in the hands of the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister appoints the ministers, who are members of Parliament. Antigua and Barbuda have a written constitution, which is not the case in the United Kingdom.
As in London, Parliament is bicameral. The Senate has 17 members who are appointed by the Governor General. The 17 members of the House of Representatives are determined by elections held every five years.
Entering the Schengen area with ETIAS
In order to successfully complete ETIASs, an internet connection and an appropriate terminal are required. Travellers who do not have this can also have ETIAS filled out by a friend, acquaintance, travel agent or agency.
There are a few points to bear in mind when filling in the form. When entering the country, the passport must be shown. It is important that the data on the passport matches the ETIAS application. According to current knowledge, it is not necessary to present a passport when submitting the application. Thus, the staff at ETIAS or in the agency cannot determine whether the information is correct. A simple mistake in the numbers makes the application invalid. Please check the details several times and possibly have them checked by a second person. If a mistake is made, the application must be submitted again. The fees will also be charged again. If the mistake is only discovered at the airport, a new application can be made there, but there is no guarantee.
A country of destination must be specified in the application. This is obligatory for the first entry, but not for subsequent entries. The application is valid for a total of three years. During this time, tourists and business travellers may enter for 90 days within a 180-day period. Taking up work or studying is not possible with a Schengen visa.
In future, the Schengen visa will be a necessary condition for entering the Schengen area, but not a guarantee. The FROTEX officer makes the final decision. If he or she feels that the traveller poses a threat to Europe's internal security, he or she will and must refuse entry.
ETIAS makes entry safer
Even in the run-up, some travellers are not very enthusiastic, because after all, ETIAS means more effort in travel preparations. English media even said that the EU was now demanding entry. Nothing could be more wrong, because the little effort goes hand in hand with an increase in security and all travellers benefit from this. The security issues are intended to prevent travellers with criminal or even terrorist intentions from entering the Schengen area. In recent years, there have been devastating attacks time and again. This should be prevented by ETIAS and that is more than worth the small effort.
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In addition to the two larger islands mentioned above, this small state also includes the uninhabited island of Redonda. On the map, it is located southeast of Puerto Rico in the Eastern Caribbean. The capital of Antigua and Barbuda is Saint John's. The form of government is a constitutional-parliamentary monarchy, the head is the British King Charles III. The island of Antigua has an area of 281 square kilometres, Barbuda brings it to 161 square kilometres. The area is shared by 98,000 people.
The history of Antigua and Barbuda
The islands have had a chequered history, beginning with the discovery of Christopher Columbus in 1493. The conquerors enslaved the indigenous people, and many subsequently died of disease or from the hard work. In the following years, there were several unsuccessful attempts to colonise the islands. Later, they were a popular retreat for pirates. From 1628 Barbuda belonged to Great Britain, and from 1632 Antigua was settled by British settlers who crossed to the island from St. Kitts and Nevis. From 1685, sugar cane was the main crop planted on Barbuda.
In 1784, Admiral Horatio Nelson established a naval base for Great Britain on Antigua. With the abolition of slavery in 1834, the economic downturn began. In 1860, Antigua and Barbuda united to form the colony of Antigua.
From 1940, the island kingdom strove for independence. Leading the way was Vere Cornwall Bird, who later became prime minister. From 1946, Antigua and Barbuda had its own parliament and since 1951 women have been allowed to vote. The islands became a separate colony in 1956 and were members of the West Indian Federation between 1958 and 1962.
Since 1967, the islands have been autonomous in domestic politics, with only foreign policy still being handled by Great Britain. In 1968, Antigua and Barbuda became a member of the Caribbean Free Trade Association. Since 1981, the archipelago has officially been called Antigua and Barbuda and became completely independent from Great Britain.
The political system of Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda is a constitutional monarchy, similar in structure to the United Kingdom.
The head of state is the King of the United Kingdom, i.e. Charles III. The King's representative is the Governor General. However, he has no political power; this is in the hands of the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister appoints the ministers, who are members of Parliament. Antigua and Barbuda have a written constitution, which is not the case in the United Kingdom.
As in London, Parliament is bicameral. The Senate has 17 members who are appointed by the Governor General. The 17 members of the House of Representatives are determined by elections held every five years.
Entering the Schengen area with ETIAS
In order to successfully complete ETIASs, an internet connection and an appropriate terminal are required. Travellers who do not have this can also have ETIAS filled out by a friend, acquaintance, travel agent or agency.
There are a few points to bear in mind when filling in the form. When entering the country, the passport must be shown. It is important that the data on the passport matches the ETIAS application. According to current knowledge, it is not necessary to present a passport when submitting the application. Thus, the staff at ETIAS or in the agency cannot determine whether the information is correct. A simple mistake in the numbers makes the application invalid. Please check the details several times and possibly have them checked by a second person. If a mistake is made, the application must be submitted again. The fees will also be charged again. If the mistake is only discovered at the airport, a new application can be made there, but there is no guarantee.
A country of destination must be specified in the application. This is obligatory for the first entry, but not for subsequent entries. The application is valid for a total of three years. During this time, tourists and business travellers may enter for 90 days within a 180-day period. Taking up work or studying is not possible with a Schengen visa.
In future, the Schengen visa will be a necessary condition for entering the Schengen area, but not a guarantee. The FROTEX officer makes the final decision. If he or she feels that the traveller poses a threat to Europe's internal security, he or she will and must refuse entry.
ETIAS makes entry safer
Even in the run-up, some travellers are not very enthusiastic, because after all, ETIAS means more effort in travel preparations. English media even said that the EU was now demanding entry. Nothing could be more wrong, because the little effort goes hand in hand with an increase in security and all travellers benefit from this. The security issues are intended to prevent travellers with criminal or even terrorist intentions from entering the Schengen area. In recent years, there have been devastating attacks time and again. This should be prevented by ETIAS and that is more than worth the small effort.