Greece•EuropeEmployment Visa (Type D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
90-180 days
Application Fee
150 EUR
Stay Duration
1 to 2 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
Long-term visa for non-EU workers with a job offer from a Greek employer. Requires employer sponsorship and labor market test approval. Valid for duration of employment contract.
The Employment Visa (Type D) is for non-EU workers with job offers from Greek employers. The process requires employer sponsorship, labor market testing, and government approval. Upon entry, workers must apply for residence permits within 30 days.
Annual Visa Allocation
94,240 visas per year
The quota is established biennially by a Joint Ministerial Decision (JMD) and is strictly distributed by administrative region, job specialty, and type of employment. For 2026, the total allocation of 94,240 positions includes 44,240 for salaried (dependent) employment, 48,000 for seasonal work, and 2,000 for highly skilled positions. Unused quotas typically do not roll over to the following period.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity beyond stay
Employment contract
Signed contract with Greek employer
Work permit approval
From Decentralized Administration
Health insurance
Coverage for employment period
Criminal record certificate
Legalized, from country of residence
Medical certificate
Health examination
Proof of accommodation
Where employed in Greece
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Business registration documents
Financial statements
Company accounts and tax records
Labor market test report
Proof of recruitment efforts
Job description
Detailed position requirements
Salary information
Offered salary and benefits
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Advantages
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Family members can join via family reunification
- Legal work authorization
- Residence permit available upon entry
- Job security through contract
Considerations
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Long processing time (3-6 months)
- Labor market test required
- Dependent on employer
- May require Greek language
Application Process
Employer initiates process
Greek employer submits work permit application to Decentralized Administration
Labor market test
Authorities verify no local/EU candidates available
Work permit approval
If approved, worker can apply for visa
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, work permit approval, employment contract
Apply at Greek embassy
Submit Type D visa application
Biometric appointment
Provide fingerprints and photo
Pay visa fee
EUR 150 visa fee
Enter Greece
Travel to Greece with visa
Apply for residence permit
Within 30 days of arrival at local police office
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