Greece•EuropeGolden Visa (Real Estate Investment)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
2,000 EUR
Stay Duration
5 years
Renewable
Varies
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 through real estate investment. Minimum EUR 250,000 for property conversion, EUR 400,000 for standard property, EUR 800,000 in high-demand areas. No work requirement, 5-year validity.
The Greece Golden Visa is a residence-by-investment program allowing non-EU citizens to obtain long-term residence permits through real estate investment. Minimum investment amounts vary by property type and location. No work requirement or minimum stay.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
250,000 EUR
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Property purchase contract
Signed contract for real estate
Financial proof
Bank statements showing investment funds
Criminal record certificate
Legalized from home country
Medical certificate
Health examination
Tax number
Greek tax ID (AFM) if available
OptionalProperty ownership documents
After purchase completion
Insurance documents
For real estate investment
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Advantages
- Long-term stable residency
- No work requirement
- No minimum stay requirement
- Can bring family members
- Schengen area access
- Renewable indefinitely
- Path to citizenship after 7 years
Considerations
- High upfront investment required
- Must maintain property ownership
- Regular renewal required
- Property management costs
- Restricted to real estate
Application Process
Select property
Identify eligible real estate in Greece
Prepare investment documentation
Property contract, financial proof, ownership documents
Apply for residence permit
Submit golden visa application with investment proof
Pay government fee
EUR 2,000 for main applicant, EUR 150 per additional adult
Submit supporting documents
Passport, financial records, criminal certificate
Await approval
Usually 4-8 weeks
Receive residence permit
5-year permit issued
Application Forms
Golden Visa Application
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