Anguilla has enacted the Anguilla Special Trusts Act, 2025 (ASTrA), introducing a new category of special trusts as part of the jurisdiction’s continued modernization of its private wealth and succession planning framework.
The introduction of ASTra reflects Anguilla’s commitment to providing clear, flexible and internationally relevant planning solutions, responding to the evolving needs of families, business owners and professional advisers navigating increasingly complex cross-border succession arrangements.
What is ASTrA?
ASTrA is Anguilla’s newly enacted succession planning framework, designed to offer a streamlined and flexible alternative to more traditional trust structures.
The legislation introduces ASTrA trusts, which may hold shares in Anguilla companies and be established under special conditions for charitable and non-charitable purposes, including dynastic, asset-holding or governance-driven purposes.
The framework is intended to provide structure and continuity without unnecessary complexity, while maintaining appropriate governance and asset protection features.
ASTrA trusts may be particularly relevant for:
- High-net-worth individuals and internationally mobile families
- Family-owned businesses seeking continuity and succession planning
- Cross-border structures where simplicity and predictability are key considerations
Key Features of ASTrA
Our Key Facts on ASTrA trusts provides an overview of the key features introduced by the legislation, together with additional considerations arising from the Anguilla Special Trusts Act, 2025.