Overview:

• Although the government of Antigua and Barbuda is receptive to religious groups establishing activities, it does not seem to possess a dynamic recognition system at this time.

• There is not an established system for recognition although one for registration does exist.

Positive elements:

• Freedom of religion or belief is broadly upheld by the government.

Recommendations:

• Establish clearer differentiation between registration and recognition.

• Establish a recognition system that is receptive to both established groups and to new religious movements.