Greece•EuropeFinancially Independent Person (FIP) Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
150 EUR
Stay Duration
3 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for individuals with stable passive income (pensions, dividends, rental income). Minimum EUR 3,500/month or EUR 72,000 savings. Valid for 3 years, renewable indefinitely.
The Financially Independent Person Visa allows retirees, pensioners, and individuals with passive income to obtain Greek residency. Income can come from pensions, investments, rental property, or other passive sources.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
24,000 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
48,000 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity beyond stay
Income proof
Bank statements showing EUR 3,500+/month passive income
Savings documentation
Bank statements showing EUR 72,000+ (alternative to income)
OptionalIncome source documentation
Pension letters, investment statements, rental agreements
Medical certificate
Health examination
Criminal record certificate
Legalized from home country
Proof of accommodation
Rental contract or property ownership in Greece
Health insurance
Valid for Greece stay
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Advantages
- No work requirement
- Renewable indefinitely
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Can bring family members
- Schengen area access
- 7% flat tax on foreign pensions
- Retirement-friendly program
Considerations
- High passive income requirement (EUR 3,500/month)
- Minimum stay requirement (183 days/year)
- Must maintain income proof
- Health insurance mandatory
- Income increases with dependents
Application Process
Gather financial documentation
Proof of passive income or savings
Prepare visa documents
Passport, medical certificate, criminal record
Apply at Greek embassy
Submit FIP visa application
Biometric appointment
Fingerprints and photo
Pay visa fee
EUR 150
Processing period
Usually 4-8 weeks
Receive visa
Type D visa sticker
Apply for residence permit
Within 30 days of arrival in Greece
Application Forms
FIP Visa Application
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