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Z.1 — Digital Nomad Visa (Ψηφιακός Νομάς - Z.1)
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Z.1 — Digital Nomad Visa (Ψηφιακός Νομάς - Z.1)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

180 EUR

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

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Overview

Twelve-month Greek national long-stay visa for non-EU remote workers earning at least €3,500/month, leading to a renewable 2-year Digital Nomad residence permit.

Greece's Digital Nomad Visa is a national long-stay (Type-D) visa under Law 4825/2021 for non-EU/EEA professionals working remotely for employers or clients outside Greece. Issued by Greek consulates, it targets freelancers, remote employees, and online business owners who can prove net monthly income of at least EUR 3,500, with thresholds rising 20% for a spouse and 15% per child.

The entry visa runs up to 12 months at a EUR 180 consular fee, after which holders may apply for a 2-year Digital Nomad residence permit (renewable) via migration.gov.gr. Applicants supply proof of remote work, clean criminal record, private health insurance, and Greek accommodation. Spouses and minor children may join; consular decisions typically take 10 working days.

This visa is ideal for established remote workers and freelancers with non-Greek clients, stable income above EUR 3,500/month, and a plan to base themselves in Greece long-term.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

G.1 — EU Long-Term Resident Permit (Άδεια Επί Μακρόν Διαμένοντος - G.1)
Greece flagGreece

G.1 — EU Long-Term Resident Permit (Άδεια Επί Μακρόν Διαμένοντος - G.1)

ValidityIndefinite
Processing180-365 days
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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a non-EU/EEA citizen.

Must work remotely for an employer or clients established outside of Greece.

Must not provide work or services to an employer based in Greece.

Must meet a minimum monthly net income threshold of €3,500 (increased by 20% for a spouse/partner and 15% for each child).

Must possess a valid passport with at least 3 months of validity beyond the intended stay.

Must have a clean criminal record.

Must provide a medical certificate of good health.

Must have private health insurance covering the stay in Greece.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Min. Income

42,000 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed and signed application form.

Valid passport (original and copies).

Recent passport-sized photographs.

Affidavit declaring intent to work remotely and not for a Greek employer.

Proof of remote employment (e.g., employment contract, project contracts, or business registration documents).

Evidence of sufficient income (e.g., bank statements, payslips, or tax returns).

Proof of accommodation in Greece (lease agreement, property deed, or concession agreement).

Criminal record certificate from the country of residence.

Medical certificate of good health.

Private health insurance policy.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Renewable 2-year residence permit available after the 12-month entry visa
  • No Greek employer or job offer required — work remotely for foreign clients
  • Dependents may join: +20% income threshold for spouse, +15% per child
  • Pathway to long-term residence and eventual permanent-resident status
  • Modest €180 consular visa fee for a 12-month national long-stay visa
  • Consular decisions typically within around 10 working days
  • Spouses can work in Greece without separate sponsorship

Worth Knowing

  • Must prove EUR 3,500 net monthly income (EUR 42,000/year) from non-Greek sources
  • Cannot perform work for any Greek-based employer or client
  • Requires private health insurance covering the full stay in Greece
  • Residence-permit stage requires a separate application after arrival via migration.gov.gr
  • Open only to non-EU/EEA citizens
  • EU/EEA/Swiss nationals are not eligible (they have free movement rights)
  • Income from a Greek-based employer or client disqualifies the applicant

Application Process

1

Gather documentation: Proof of remote work, income, accommodation, insurance

2

Book consulate appointment: Schedule at Greek embassy/consulate in country of residence

3

Submit application: Present application and documents in person

4

Biometric data: Provide fingerprints and photograph

5

Pay visa fee: EUR 150 visa fee

6

Await decision: Processing typically 60-90 days

7

Collect visa: Receive passport with visa sticker

Application Forms

Go to application portal
National Visa Application Form—

Verified Claims (8)

Last verified Jun 18, 2026
Fee BreakdownNational long-stay visa (Type D): 180 EURmfa.gr
FeesEUR 180 national long-stay (Type-D) visa feemfa.gr
Max Stay12 months (national entry visa); after entry holders may apply for a 2-year renewable Digital Nomad …mfa.gr
Max Stay Estimatetype: days, initialDays: 365, totalDays: 1095, notes: 12-month entry visa, then a 2-year Digital Nom…mfa.gr
Min Income42000mfa.gr
Processing TimeApproximately 10 working days at the consulate (varies by post)mfa.gr
Remote Work Allowedtruemfa.gr
Renewabletruemfa.gr

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