Hispanic Antiguans and Barbudans

Hispanic Antiguans and Barbudans are Antiguans and Barbudans that have Spanish or Latin American origin. In 2011, it was estimated that there were 2,330 Hispanics living in the country. Most Hispanics in the country are of recent Dominican Republic origin, and large-scale immigration from Latin America began in the country after independence in 1981. Hispanic people now make up about three percent of the population, and the Spanish language is now the third most spoken language in the country. Like many other immigrant communities in Antigua and Barbuda, most Hispanic people struggle economically and are forced to work low-paying jobs. The group faces discrimination and xenophobia, especially due to their association with illegal immigration to the country.