Greece•EuropeIntra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Visa
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
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
Employer applies for approval
Greek affiliate submits ICT approval request to Ministry of Migration
Verify employment
Provide proof of 12+ months employment (6+ for trainees) at foreign entity
Receive approval
Ministry approves ICT transfer
Prepare visa documents
Gather employment history, transfer letter, passport
Apply at Greek embassy
Submit Type D visa application
Biometric appointment
Fingerprints and photo
Pay visa fee
EUR 150
Enter Greece
Travel with visa
Apply for residence permit
E.2 residence permit within 30 days of arrival
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