Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Visa
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Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Visa

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

At a Glance

Processing Time

28-56 days

Application Fee

150 EUR

Stay Duration

1 to 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

Visa for employees of multinational companies transferring to Greek branch. Available for managers, specialists, and trainees. Valid for up to 3 years for managers/specialists, 1 year for trainees.

The ICT visa allows employees of multinational companies to transfer to Greek branches or affiliated entities. It's designed for managers, specialists, and trainees with prior employment in the same corporate group.

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Requirements

Personal

Education

Bachelor or higher

Professional

Experience

1+ years

Required Skills

Manager roleSpecialist expertiseTrainee in multinational

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

6+ months validity

Employment history

12+ months at foreign entity (6+ for trainees)

Transfer letter

From employer confirming transfer

ICT approval

From Ministry of Migration One-Stop Service

Health insurance

Valid for transfer period

Criminal record certificate

Legalized from country of residence

Proof of accommodation

In Greece

Sponsor Documents

Corporate structure

Proof of same group company

Foreign employment contract

Showing 12+ months (6+ for trainees)

Transfer authorization

From parent company

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Advantages

  • Long validity period (up to 3 years)
  • EU mobility rights after permit issuance
  • Pathway to permanent residency
  • Family reunification available
  • Recognizes international mobility

Considerations

  • Requires prior international employment
  • Dependent on corporate structure
  • Must maintain employment
  • Two-stage approval process

Application Process

1

Employer applies for approval

Greek affiliate submits ICT approval request to Ministry of Migration

2

Verify employment

Provide proof of 12+ months employment (6+ for trainees) at foreign entity

3

Receive approval

Ministry approves ICT transfer

4

Prepare visa documents

Gather employment history, transfer letter, passport

5

Apply at Greek embassy

Submit Type D visa application

6

Biometric appointment

Fingerprints and photo

7

Pay visa fee

EUR 150

8

Enter Greece

Travel with visa

9

Apply for residence permit

E.2 residence permit within 30 days of arrival

Application Forms

ICT Approval Application

Type D Visa Application

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