Greece

Greece is renowned for its stunning scenery,
crystal-clear waters, and rich historical heritage.
The Greece Golden Visa Program stands out as one
of the most affordable residence-by-investment
options in Europe, offering successful applicants
and their families visa-free entry to the Schengen Area
within just two to three months of applying.

Program overview

Minimum investment by donation

Minimum investment by donation:

N/A

Minimum investment in real estate

Minimum investment in real estate:

€250 000

Time to citizenship

Time to citizenship:

between 2-3 months

Visa-free access

Visa-free access:

29 countries (Schenegen area)

Minimum investment by donation

Minimum investment by donation:

N/A
Minimum investment in real estate

Minimum investment in real estate:

€250 000

Time to citizenship

Time to citizenship:

between 2-3 months

Visa-free access

Visa-free access:

29 countries (Schenegen area)

Requirements

Greece
Residency by Investment
Requirements

5

No criminal record

5

18+ years of age

5

Confirmed investment source

Residency by Investment
options:

Golden Visa

Minimum investment:

• €250,000 real estate (in most regions).
• €500,000 real estate (in Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, some premium areas).

Alternative: €400,000 in Greek government bonds or shares.

Residence validity: 5 years (renewable).

Family: Spouse, children under 21 (extendable up to 24 if students), dependent parents of both spouses.

Stay requirement: No minimum stay.

Path to citizenship: 7 years (requires physical residence & Greek language/cultural integration).

Benefits

Family Friendly

Family friendly

The main applicant’s spouse, parents, and children up to 21 years of age can be qualified dependents for the residency card.

Tax icon

Low tax rate

Greece doesn’t tax income generated
outside the country; only income generated
within the country is taxed.
Schengen access

Schengen access

Residents of Greece are permitted
to enter all 29 countries in the
Schengen area.
Dual citizenship permitted

Track to citizenship

Greek citizenship by naturalization is possible provided that the applicant lives in Greece for seven consecutive years and speaks the language.
No minimal residency required

Virtual residency

No physical stay is required for the investor;
all benefits apply in every case.
Minimum investment by donation

Business opportunities

Greek Golden Visa allows you to set up
your own business within Greece.

Benefits

Family Friendly

Family friendly

The main applicant’s spouse, parents, and children up to 21 years of age can be qualified dependents for the residency card.
Tax icon

Low tax rate

Greece doesn’t tax income generated outside the country; only income generated within the country is taxed.
Schengen access

Schengen access

Residents of Portugal are permitted to enter all 29 countries in the Schengen area.
No minimal residency required

Virtual residency

No physical stay is required for the investor; all benefits apply in every case.
Dual citizenship permitted

Track to citizenship

Greek citizenship by naturalization is possible provided that the applicant lives in Greece for seven consecutive years and speaks the language.
Minimum investment by donation

Business opportunities

Greek Golden Visa allows you to set up your own business within Greece.

Greece basic information

CAPITAL icon

CAPITAL

Athens

TOTAL AREA icon

TOTAL AREA

131 957 km2
POPULATION icon

POPULATION

10,75 million
LANGUAGE icon

LANGUAGE

Greek
CAPITAL icon

CAPITAL

Athens

TOTAL AREA icon

TOTAL AREA

131 957 km2
POPULATION icon

POPULATION

10,75 million
LANGUAGE icon

LANGUAGE

Greek
CURRENCY icon

CURRENCY

Euro (EUR)

EXCHANGE RATE icon

EXCHANGE RATE

1 USD = 0,92 EUR
GDP icon

GDP - PER CAPITA

USD 20 867
GDP TOTAL icon

GDP - TOTAL

USD 218 billion
CURRENCY icon

CURRENCY

Euro (EUR)

EXCHANGE RATE icon

EXCHANGE RATE

1 USD = 0,92 EUR
GDP icon

GDP - PER CAPITA

USD 20 867
GDP TOTAL icon

GDP - TOTAL

USD 218 billion
Greece is a Mediterranean country known for its stunning coastlines, historic landmarks, and vibrant culture.
As the birthplace of democracy and Western philosophy, it offers a unique blend of ancient heritage and modern lifestyle,
with popular destinations like Athens, Santorini, and Crete drawing visitors from around the world.
Today, Greece is also an appealing choice for investors and expats. Its EU membership, pleasant climate, and affordable living
make it a desirable place to live or own property. The Greece Golden Visa Program adds to its allure, offering residency
and Schengen access through real estate investment.

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