Prime Minister Gaston Browne and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Immigration Chet Greene will officially launch the accreditation process for the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) during this week's Cabinet meeting on July 15, 2026.
The launch represents a significant milestone in Antigua and Barbuda's preparations to host leaders, ministers, delegates, media representatives, and other accredited participants from across the Commonwealth. The meeting is scheduled for November 1 to 4, 2026.
As part of the launch, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda will unveil the official CHOGM 2026 Accreditation Portal — the central online platform for processing accreditation applications. The portal has been designed to provide a secure, efficient, and streamlined registration process for all eligible participants attending CHOGM and its associated meetings and events.
Prime Minister Browne welcomed the start of accreditation as an important step toward delivering a world-class summit, reaffirming the Government's commitment to organising every aspect of the meeting to the highest international standards.
Minister Greene, who chairs both the CHOGM Task Force and the National CHOGM Taskforce, commended the Accreditation Committee for its work and acknowledged close collaboration with the Commonwealth Secretariat and national stakeholders in building a robust accreditation system. He also extended appreciation to the Independent State of Samoa, host of CHOGM 2024, whose practical guidance and technical expertise helped the national team develop an accreditation framework suited to CHOGM 2026's operational requirements while incorporating international best practices. Greene noted that the support reflects the enduring spirit of Commonwealth cooperation and the seamless transition between successive host nations.
Eligible participants will receive guidance on the accreditation process through their respective governments, organisations, and the Commonwealth Secretariat. Applicants are encouraged to complete the process within prescribed timelines to ensure the timely issuance of conference credentials.
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda says it continues to advance preparations across all areas of CHOGM planning and looks forward to welcoming the Commonwealth family to St. John's in November under the summit's theme: "Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth."
