Greece Golden Visa Programme: Residence Permit through Investment
The Greece Golden Visa Programme provides foreign investors with the opportunity to obtain a residence permit in one of the most stable and attractive countries of the European Union.
Greece combines a high quality of life, a mild Mediterranean climate, developed infrastructure and access to European opportunities in education, healthcare and business.
Key Benefits of the Programme
Visa-Free Travel within the Schengen Area
The opportunity to travel across Schengen countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Long-Term Residence Permit
The residence permit is issued for 5 years with the right to unlimited renewals, provided that the investment is maintained.
Minimum Residence Requirements
There is no requirement for permanent residence in the country either before or after obtaining the status.
High Quality of Life
Greece offers a comfortable living environment on the Mediterranean coast.
Access to EU Education and Healthcare
Residents and their family members can benefit from the European education and healthcare systems.
Family Programme
The application may include the spouse, children and parents from both sides of the family.
Real Estate Investment Potential
The real estate market demonstrates stable growth and returns, reaching 4% to 5% per year in certain regions.
Tax Benefits
Tax regimes are available that allow the optimisation of the tax burden on worldwide income, subject to meeting the applicable residency conditions.
Financial Flexibility
EU resident status facilitates the opening of bank accounts and international financial transactions.
Investment Thresholds
- 01
€800,000
Real estate in the most sought-after locations: Athens, Thessaloniki, Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini and other major tourist areas.
- 02
€400,000
Properties in other regions of the country.
In both cases, as a general rule, the purchase of one property with an area of at least 120 m² is required. - 03
€250,000 — Preferential Threshold
Applies in special cases:
• Conversion of commercial property into residential property;
• Properties of cultural or historical heritage, subject to mandatory reconstruction.
Residence Permit Process
Signing the Legal Services Agreement
Signing an agreement for legal support.
Property Selection and Deposit
Selection of a property and payment of a deposit, usually around 10%.
Power of Attorney
Preparation and signing of a notarised power of attorney in Greece or in the applicant’s country of residence.
Document Preparation
Collection and legalisation of the required documents.
Greek Tax Number
Obtaining a tax identification number in Greece.
Legal Due Diligence
Legal verification of the property.
Sale and Purchase Agreement
Preparation and approval of the sale and purchase agreement.
Taxes and Government Fees
Payment of taxes and government fees.
Final Agreement
Signing the final agreement before a notary.
Transaction Registration
Registration of the transaction and payment of the remaining property value.
Land Registry Registration
Confirmation of payments and registration with the land registry.
Legal Compliance Opinion
Obtaining a legal opinion confirming that the transaction complies with the programme requirements.
Residence Permit Application
Submission of the residence permit application.
Temporary Residence Permit
Obtaining a temporary residence permit.
Biometrics
Submission of biometric data.
Residence Permit Card
Issuance of the residence permit card.
Family Members and Residency Conditions
The following family members may be included in the application:
- Main investor
- Spouse or registered partner
- Children under the age of 21
- Parents from both sides of the family
Conditions for Children
If a child is included in the application before the age of 21, they retain dependent status and may renew their residence permit until the age of 24.After that, it is possible to obtain an independent status if there are applicable grounds, such as income, employment, etc.
Maintaining the Investment
The investor retains ownership of the property throughout the entire validity period of the residence permit.If the property is sold, the residence status may be lost unless the programme requirements continue to be met.
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