What is the Greek Golden Visa?
The Greek Golden Visa grants a renewable 5-year residency permit to non-EU investors who make a qualifying investment in Greece. It covers the investor and their immediate family, allowing them to live, work and travel freely within the Schengen Zone.
Our team guides you through every step of the process – from selecting the right investment to submitting your application and obtaining your permit.
Residency permit
Renewable 5-year permit for the investor and family
Family inclusion
Covers spouse, children up to 21, and parents of both spouses
Schengen travel
Free movement within the Schengen Zone (up to 90 days per 180-day period)
No stay requirement
No minimum time spent in Greece required to renew
Path to citizenship
After 7 years of continuous residency, subject to language and other conditions
Investment income
Properties can be leased and generate rental income
Tax benefits
Favorable tax regime for foreign investors, including alternative taxation options
Healthcare & education
Access to Greek public and private systems
Business opportunities
Greece's strategic location and improving economy offer strong investment prospects
High quality of life
Mediterranean climate, rich culture, safety and stability
Investment Options
Real Estate Investment
The most common route is a qualifying real estate investment. Minimum thresholds apply depending on location:
In all cases, the investment must be in a single property of at least 120 sq.m., or in a percentage of co-ownership between spouses. Properties can be leased but cannot be used for short-term rentals.
Alternative Investment Options
Beyond real estate, the program also accepts qualifying investments through long-term lease agreements for tourist accommodation complexes, with the same threshold values by region.
Program Requirements
To qualify for the Greek Golden Visa, applicants must:
- Provide proof of the legal source of investment funds
- Have a clean criminal record (both in Greece and their home country)
- Hold valid health insurance covering their stay in Greece
- Submit a residence permit application with full documentation and biometric data
- Have entered Greece legally
How we support you
1
Personalised consultation
We assess your profile and recommend the most suitable investment option
2
End-to-end support
From property selection to permit issuance, we manage the full process
3
Legal and financial guidance
We coordinate with our legal and tax network to ensure full compliance
4
Family inclusion
We handle applications for all eligible family members simultaneously
Frequently Asked Questions
The permit is valid for 5 years and is renewable, provided the investment is maintained.
No. There is no minimum stay requirement to renew the permit.
Yes – up to 90 days in any 180-day period, without needing additional visas.
Yes – after 7 years of continuous residency, subject to fulfilling language and integration conditions.
Yes, standard long-term rentals are permitted. Short-term rentals (e.g. Airbnb-style) are not allowed.
The permit is revoked. The buyer may then apply for their own Golden Visa.
Timelines vary, but our team works to complete the process as efficiently as possible – typically within a few months from application submission.
The core documents typically required include: a valid passport, proof of the qualifying investment (e.g. purchase contract and title deed), proof of the legal source of funds, a clean criminal record certificate, and valid health insurance for all applicants. Our team prepares and reviews your full documentation package before submission to ensure nothing is missing.
The Greek Golden Visa grants residency rights but does not automatically include the right to work as an employee in Greece. However, it does allow you to conduct business activities, manage investments and operate as a business owner or director of a Greek company. If employment rights are a priority, our team can advise on the most suitable permit for your situation.
No – the Greek Golden Visa program does not have a cap on the number of permits issued. Applications are assessed individually based on eligibility and compliance with the investment requirements. This means that as long as you meet the criteria, your application will be processed regardless of how many others have applied.
Interested in the Greek Golden Visa?
Our team will guide you through every step – from investment selection to residency permit issuance.