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Alexander Kosovsky, Director of Astons for Russia and the CIS, visited the Citizenship Investment Unit (CIU) of São Tomé and Príncipe and met with its CEO, Alfredo Trindade. The CIU is legally structured as a public–private partnership, with its management center located in Dubai. This unit is responsible for implementing the new citizenship by investment […]

Astons continues to strengthen its position as a leading provider of citizenship and residency investment solutions, as well as premium real estate opportunities, with a series of high-profile events and milestones in late 2025 and early 2026. Greek Golden Visa Seminars in Istanbul In May and June, Astons hosted private seminars at Çırağan Palace Kempinski […]

The authorities of Nauru have introduced changes to the rules of the Nauru Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program. The new provisions are already in effect and concern updated pricing, the removal of restrictions for family members of the applicant, and a special promotional offer with a reduced investment threshold. Updated Pricing Policy and Special […]

The U.S. government has announced a temporary suspension of the issuance of immigrant visas to citizens of 75 countries, including the Caribbean nations, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia. The key point is that this applies only to immigrant visas, which allow individuals to relocate to the United States permanently and obtain a Green Card. Non-immigrant visas (such […]

The Cyprus Parliament has approved a major tax reform — the first of this scale in decades. The package of laws came into effect on January 1, 2026, affecting individuals, businesses, investors, and strengthening tax control mechanisms. The reform aims to support households, develop the real economy, and increase the country’s investment attractiveness. Changes for […]

The São Tomé and Príncipe program unit has officially confirmed: the first passport under the citizenship program has already been issued to an investor. The program only launched in autumn 2025. Many understandably waited for the first results before starting the process. That stage has now been completed. Current program statistics: Average processing time — […]

Greece plans to introduce an update to its “Golden Visa” program in January 2026, with benefits in favor of investors. This is a rare case where changes do not tighten conditions, raise thresholds, or increase requirements, but instead make the process more logical and advantageous for applicants. What is Changing? Residence permit validity will start […]

Kristi Noem, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, announced on X that President Trump has canceled the Green Card Lottery. The decision follows a tragic incident that occurred last Saturday at one of the oldest universities in the United States — Brown University, a member of the Ivy League. It was revealed that the shooter, […]

At the beginning of December, the Astons Dubai Lounge hosted meetings with representatives of the Vanuatu and Nauru citizenship programs. The Astons Dubai office welcomed Charles Maniel, Chairman of the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission, and Nicholas Jones-Juma, Director of Strategic Partnerships of Nauru. Astons is a licensed agent and an official representative of most investment citizenship […]

The Trump administration this week opened applications for the Trump Gold Card. According to the U.S. President, the card provides “a direct pathway to citizenship for qualified and vetted applicants.” Still, it is a green card — a residence permit — not a passport. Three Trump Gold Card options have been introduced: For individual applicants: […]

Exclusively for Astons clients: an opportunity to acquire apartments in a brand-new modern residential complex in Athens with investments starting from €250,000. The project will be completed in the first quarter of 2028. Excellent Connectivity The complex is located in the Tavros–Kallithea area, right at the center of a “triangle of influence” formed by three […]

Exclusively for Astons’ clients: residences in a boutique premium residential complex in Neo Irakleio, one of the greenest and most strategically located neighborhoods in North Athens. This project is rare because the Golden Visa documentation is already fully prepared, allowing investors to secure Greek residency without any delays. Price: From €260,000 Completion: January 2027 Return: […]