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Age Verification Compliance Overview

This page provides comprehensive age verification and compliance information for Antigua and Barbuda. Our research team continuously monitors regulatory changes, enforcement actions, and legal developments to ensure businesses have access to up-to-date compliance intelligence.

Antigua and Barbuda has a "Partially Restricted" regulatory framework for age-restricted content. This indicates that while access is not prohibited, there are significant compliance requirements businesses must follow. These may include specific age verification methods, content labeling, advertising restrictions, or reporting obligations. Organizations should carefully review local laws and implement robust age assurance mechanisms.

The information below includes regulatory status, legal requirements, enforcement mechanisms, penalties for non-compliance, acceptable verification methods, and relevant regulatory authorities. This data is essential for platforms, content providers, and businesses that need to implement age-appropriate access controls or verify user ages.

Minimum Age

18+ years

Required age for platform access

Age Gate Required

No

No verification required

Last Verified

10/12/2025

Most recent data update

Regulatory Timeline

Historical changes and upcoming regulatory events

  1. Partially Restricted

    Decriminalization of Consensual Same-Sex Sexual Activity: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court ruled sections of the law that criminalized certain sexual activities between same-sex consenting adults unconstitutional. As of year's end 2023, the law was not formally amended.

  2. Partially Restricted

    Electronic Crimes Act, 2013 Published: The Electronic Crimes Act, 2013, was published in the Official Gazette, making it effective.

  3. Partially Restricted

    Electronic Crimes Act, 2013 Assented: The Electronic Crimes Act, 2013, which includes provisions against child pornography and violation of privacy, was assented by the Governor-General.

Data Sources

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All sources are evaluated for credibility and relevance. Primary sources indicate official legal documents and government publications. Credibility scores reflect source reliability based on jurisdiction, publication authority, and verification status.

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Regulatory Authorities

  • Antigua Gaming Authority

    St. John's, Antigua

    Website

    Email: compliance@apga.gov.ag

    Phone: +1-268-555-1200