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Combinations of Residency & Citizenship Programs

Combining fast-track citizenship with the Greek Golden visa has become one of the most effective strategies for investors seeking greater mobility, asset diversification, and long-term security. Rather than relying on a single program, this approach combines the benefits of a second passport with the stability and flexibility of EU residency.
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highly effective combinations

Astons has developed proven investment combinations that pair fast-track citizenship in Vanuatu or Sao Tome and Principe with Greek residency through the Greece Golden Visa. These solutions combine the speed of obtaining a second passport with the long-term security of EU residency, while optimising investment costs, processing times, family inclusion, and international mobility. Below are two strategic combinations designed for investors seeking greater flexibility, asset diversification, and long-term security.
Why Combine Residency & Citizenship Programs?
Why Combine Residency & Citizenship Programs?
Enhanced Global Mobility
Enjoy Schengen access and broader visa-free travel
Multi-Jurisdiction Security
Protection of assets, lifestyle, and long-term relocation options
Fast Access to Key Markets
Europe and the Schengen Area, plus Hong Kong, Singapore, Oceania, etc.
Tax Flexibility
Optimize taxation through residency in Greece or Turkey
Family Protection
Include spouse, children and parents
Backup Plan & Stability
A strategic safety net for geopolitical and economic risks

Popular Program Combinations

Combination 1 — Sao Tome and Principe Passport + Greece Golden Visa

The São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment Program — launched in 2025 — is one of the most affordable economic citizenship routes worldwide, with entry from just $90,000, processing from 4-6 months, and full family eligibility. When paired with the Greece Golden Visa, investors gain a strong dual-benefit package: quick and cost-effective citizenship + long-term EU residency with Schengen access.
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Benefits
  • São Tomé passport: visa-free access to 60+ countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong, South Africa.
  • Greece Golden Visa: visa-free access to 29 Schengen states, plus full EU residency rights.
  • One of the lowest total investment combinations on the market.
  • Processing: From 4–6 months for Sao Tome and Principe citizenship and from 4 months for Greek residency.
  • Ideal backup residency strategy combining two jurisdictions.
  • Full family inclusion: spouse, children up to 30, parents 55+.
  • Zero physical presence requirements in both programs.
Sao Tome and Principe Passport + Greece Golden Visa
Second citizenship + EU residency + Schengen mobility (at the lowest combined cost)
Best For
Investors from CIS, MENA, Asia seeking affordable global mobility + EU residency
Families wanting dual protection: a second passport + European residency base
Individuals wanting to diversify their holdings between Africa and the EU
Clients who prefer one of the fastest and lowest-cost citizenship options

Combination 2 — Vanuatu Passport + Greece Golden Visa

This combination is ideal for investors who need immediate global mobility combined with a long-term residency foothold in the European Union. Vanuatu provides one of the fastest passports in the world (3+ months), while Greece offers stable EU residency, property investment opportunities, and full access to the Schengen Area.
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Benefits
  • Vanuatu passport: 95+ visa-free countries, including Singapore and Hong Kong
  • Greece Golden Visa: 29 Schengen countries visa-free.
  • Full family inclusion: spouse, children up to 28, parents 50+
  • No residency requirement in either country.
  • One of the fastest routes to establishing a “dual base”: Pacific passport + EU residency.
Vanuatu Passport + Greece Golden Visa
Second citizenship + EU residency & Schengen access
Best For
Investors from CIS, Asia, MENA
Those needing fast mobility while securing EU residency
Entrepreneurs wanting a second passport without relocation

Comparison Table — Which Combination Fits Your Goals?

Feature
Vanuatu + Greece
Sao Tome and Principe + Greece
Processing Speed
From 9 months
From 9 months
Global Mobility
Schengen + 90+ destinations
Schengen + 60+ destinations
Total Cost
From $130,000 (Vanuatu citizenship) + €250,000 (Greece residency)
From $90,000 (Sao Tome and Principe citizenship) + €250,000 (Greece residency)
Family Eligibility
Spouse, dependent children up to 28, parents aged 50+
Spouse, dependent children up to 30, and parents aged 55+
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FAQ — Combinations of Residency and Citizenship Programs
Combinations provide stronger mobility, tax diversification, and multi-jurisdiction security.