P.2 — Subsidiary Protection Residence Permit (Άδεια Επικουρικής Προστασίας)

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P.2 — Subsidiary Protection Residence Permit (Άδεια Επικουρικής Προστασίας)

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

150 EUR

Stay Duration

Varies (Permanent status, no renewal required)

Renewable

Dependents allowed

No PR pathway

No job offer needed

Remote work not required

Official Information

Overview

One-year residence permit renewable for two years for persons who do not qualify as refugees but face serious harm if returned to their country of origin.

This residence permit is intended for individuals who do not qualify as refugees but would face serious harm if returned to their country of origin. It permits the holder to reside and work legally within Greece for an initial period of one year. The permit is renewable for additional two-year increments provided that the conditions necessitating protection remain in effect.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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

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

ValidityIndefinite

Processing6 months – 1 year

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must have been granted subsidiary protection status by the Hellenic Republic.

Must hold a valid International Protection Applicant's card until the status is granted.

Must comply with the obligations of international protection beneficiaries.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Residence permit history

Rental/ownership documents

Utility bills

Tax records

Employment records

Travel history

Criminal record

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

One-year residence permit, renewable for two-year increments.
Full access to the Greek labor market and self-employment.
Access to public education, healthcare, and social welfare on par with Greek citizens.
Right to apply for an 'Alien's Passport' if unable to obtain a national passport.

Worth Knowing

150 EUR fee for the issuance of the residence permit.
Generally excluded from the right to family reunification compared to recognized refugees.
Renewal application must be submitted at least 30 days before expiry to avoid a 100 EUR fine.
Travel document issuance is restricted to cases where the beneficiary cannot obtain a passport from their country of origin.

Application Process

Complete 5 years residence: Continuous legal residence in Greece for 5 years (short absences <6 months allowed)

Verify residence: Gather proof of 5-year continuous residence

Apply for permanent permit: Submit application at local immigration office

Provide documentation: Residence permit history, rental agreements, utility bills

Pay application fee: EUR 150

Processing period: Usually 4-8 weeks

Receive permanent permit: Indefinite residence status

Application Forms

Permanent Residence Application

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