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A.2.10 — Foreign Press Correspondent Permit (Άδεια Ξένου Ανταποκριτή Τύπου)
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A.2.10 — Foreign Press Correspondent Permit (Άδεια Ξένου Ανταποκριτή Τύπου)

Residence permit for accredited journalists and media personnel representing foreign press organizations stationed in Greece.

Validity2 years
Processing1-3 months
Cost180 EUR
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B.1 — Strategic Investor Permit (Άδεια Στρατηγικού Επενδυτή - B.1)
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B.1 — Strategic Investor Permit (Άδεια Στρατηγικού Επενδυτή - B.1)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for investors making large-scale strategic investments in Greece approved under the strategic investment framework.

Validity10 years
Processing3-6 months
Cost450 EUR
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B.2 — Fisherman Visa (Θεώρηση Αλιέα - B.2)
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B.2 — Fisherman Visa (Θεώρηση Αλιέα - B.2)

National visa for non-EU fishermen employed on Greek fishing vessels, with seasonal employment permitted for up to 10 months per year.

Validity10 months
Processing1-3 months
Cost180 EUR
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B.3 — Artist Group Member Visa (Θεώρηση Μέλους Καλλιτεχνικού Συγκροτήματος - B.3)
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B.3 — Artist Group Member Visa (Θεώρηση Μέλους Καλλιτεχνικού Συγκροτήματος - B.3)

National visa for members of artistic groups including musicians, actors, dancers, and film crews working in Greece for more than three months.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Cost75 EUR
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B.4 — Golden Visa - Financial Securities Investment (Χρυσή Βίζα Χρηματοοικονομικών Επενδύσεων - B.4)
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B.4 — Golden Visa - Financial Securities Investment (Χρυσή Βίζα Χρηματοοικονομικών Επενδύσεων - B.4)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Five-year renewable Greek residence permit for non-EU investors who place €350,000–€800,000 into Greek funds, bonds, deposits, or listed securities.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost2000 EUR
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B.5 — Golden Visa - Real Estate Investment (Χρυσή Βίζα Ακίνητης Περιουσίας - B.5)
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B.5 — Golden Visa - Real Estate Investment (Χρυσή Βίζα Ακίνητης Περιουσίας - B.5)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Five-year renewable Greek residence permit for non-EU investors buying real estate from EUR 250,000 to EUR 800,000, no minimum stay.

Validity5 years
Processing2-6 months
Cost2000 EUR
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B.6 — Golden Visa - Startup Investment (Χρυσή Βίζα Νεοφυούς Επιχείρησης - B.6)
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B.6 — Golden Visa - Startup Investment (Χρυσή Βίζα Νεοφυούς Επιχείρησης - B.6)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Five-year residence permit through €250,000 investment in an Elevate Greece-registered startup, with investor share capped at 33% and requiring two new jobs in the first year.

Validity2 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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B.7 — Athlete and Coach Visa (Θεώρηση Αθλητή/Προπονητή - B.7)
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B.7 — Athlete and Coach Visa (Θεώρηση Αθλητή/Προπονητή - B.7)

National visa for professional athletes and coaches contracted to work with Greek sports organizations.

ValidityDuration of contract
Processing1-3 months
Cost180 EUR
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College Studies Permit (Άδεια Σπουδών σε Κολλέγιο - H.5.2/Z.16)
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College Studies Permit (Άδεια Σπουδών σε Κολλέγιο - H.5.2/Z.16)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for foreign students enrolled in accredited Greek colleges or participating in internship programs.

ValidityDuration of study program
Processing1-3 months
Cost180 EUR
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Diplomatic and Official Visa (Διπλωματική Θεώρηση)
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Diplomatic and Official Visa (Διπλωματική Θεώρηση)

Visa issued to holders of diplomatic or official/service passports for duties at embassies, consulates, or international organizations in Greece.

ValidityLinked to assignment
Processing7-14 days
CostFree
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E.2 — Intra-Corporate Transfer - Trainee (Ενδοεταιρική Μετάθεση Εκπαιδευόμενου - E.2)
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E.2 — Intra-Corporate Transfer - Trainee (Ενδοεταιρική Μετάθεση Εκπαιδευόμενου - E.2)

Residence permit for trainees transferred within multinational companies to a Greek entity for professional development, valid up to 1 year.

Validity3 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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E.4 — Standard Employment Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Εξαρτημένης Εργασίας - E.4)
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E.4 — Standard Employment Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Εξαρτημένης Εργασίας - E.4)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Employer-sponsored work permit issued through the recruitment procedure for third-country nationals with a job offer in Greece, valid up to 3 years.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status, no renewal required)
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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E.6 — Seasonal Worker Visa (Εθνική Θεώρηση Εποχιακής Εργασίας - E.5)
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E.6 — Seasonal Worker Visa (Εθνική Θεώρηση Εποχιακής Εργασίας - E.5)

National visa for temporary seasonal employment in agriculture, tourism, or hospitality, allowing up to 9 months of work within a 12-month period.

ValidityVaries (Within 12-month period, non-renewable)
ProcessingVaries
Cost75 EUR
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EU Blue Card Greece (Ευρωπαϊκή Μπλε Κάρτα - E.1)
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EU Blue Card Greece (Ευρωπαϊκή Μπλε Κάρτα - E.1)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for highly qualified workers with a university degree or 5 years equivalent experience, requiring salary at least 1.6x the Greek average gross annual wage.

ValidityVaries (Valid for duration of employment contract)
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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F.1 — Family Reunification - Spouse (Οικογενειακή Επανένωση Συζύγου - F.1)
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F.1 — Family Reunification - Spouse (Οικογενειακή Επανένωση Συζύγου - F.1)

Residence permit for the spouse of a third-country national legally residing in Greece for at least two years, with employment access after first renewal.

ValidityVaries (Valid as long as sponsor maintains legal residence in Greece)
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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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)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residence permit after 5 years of continuous legal residence, requiring Greek language proficiency at A2 level, stable income, and integration into Greek society.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing180-365 days
Cost150 EUR
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H.11 — Post-Study Work Permit (Άδεια Αναζήτησης Εργασίας Μετά τις Σπουδές - H.11)
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H.11 — Post-Study Work Permit (Άδεια Αναζήτησης Εργασίας Μετά τις Σπουδές - H.11)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

One-year residence permit for graduates and researchers who completed studies in Greece to seek employment or pursue entrepreneurship.

Validity1 year
Processing2-4 months
Cost150 EUR
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H.2 — Volunteer Service Permit (Άδεια Εθελοντικής Υπηρεσίας - D.2)
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H.2 — Volunteer Service Permit (Άδεια Εθελοντικής Υπηρεσίας - D.2)

Residence permit for third-country nationals participating in recognized active solidarity or European Voluntary Service programs in Greece.

Validity1 year
Processing1-3 months
Cost150 EUR
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H.5.1 — Vocational Training Permit (Άδεια Επαγγελματικής Κατάρτισης - H.5.1)
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H.5.1 — Vocational Training Permit (Άδεια Επαγγελματικής Κατάρτισης - H.5.1)

Residence permit for third-country nationals participating in vocational training programs in Greece.

ValidityDuration of training
Processing1-3 months
Cost150 EUR
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I.7 — Student Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Σπουδών - D.1)
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I.7 — Student Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Σπουδών - D.1)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for non-EU nationals enrolled at a Greek Ministry of Education-certified institution, renewable annually for the duration of studies.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status, no renewal required)
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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I.8 — Financially Independent Person Visa (Οικονομικά Ανεξάρτητο Πρόσωπο - FIP)
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I.8 — Financially Independent Person Visa (Οικονομικά Ανεξάρτητο Πρόσωπο - FIP)

Three-year renewable residence permit for non-EU retirees or individuals with stable passive income of at least €3,500/month, without the right to work locally in Greece.

ValidityVaries (Renewable for 3-year periods indefinitely)
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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ICT — Intra-Corporate Transfer - Manager/Specialist (Ενδοεταιρική Μετάθεση - E.2)
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ICT — Intra-Corporate Transfer - Manager/Specialist (Ενδοεταιρική Μετάθεση - E.2)

Residence permit for managers and specialists transferred within multinational companies to a Greek entity under EU Directive 2014/66, valid up to 3 years.

Validity3 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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M.2 — Long-Term Resident Permit
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M.2 — Long-Term Resident Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Long-Term Resident Permit

ValidityIndefinite
Processing1-180 days
Cost150 EUR
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O.1 — Family Reunification (Family Member of Third-Country National)
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O.1 — Family Reunification (Family Member of Third-Country National)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Family Member of Third-Country National

ValidityLinked to sponsor's permit
Processing1-90 days
Cost150 EUR
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O.2 — Residence Permit for Parents of Greek Minors
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O.2 — Residence Permit for Parents of Greek Minors

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

This permit is designed for third-country national parents of minor children who hold Greek citizenship, allowing them to reside legally in Greece.

Validity5 years
Processing3-9 months
Cost16 EUR
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O.3 — Family Member of Greek Citizen (Μέλος Οικογένειας Έλληνα Πολίτη - F.2)
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O.3 — Family Member of Greek Citizen (Μέλος Οικογένειας Έλληνα Πολίτη - F.2)

Residence permit for spouses, children, and dependent parents of Greek citizens, with broader eligibility and faster processing than standard family reunification.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Researcher Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Ερευνητή - D.3)
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Researcher Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Ερευνητή - D.3)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for third-country researchers with a hosting agreement from a recognized Greek research institution approved by the General Secretariat for Research and Technology.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status, no renewal required)
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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Residence Permit for Dependent Employment
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Residence Permit for Dependent Employment

Validity3 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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Residence Permit for Religious Ministers/Workers
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Residence Permit for Religious Ministers/Workers

ValidityUp to 2 years
Processing2-3 months
CostFree
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Self-Employment Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Ανεξάρτητης Εργασίας)
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Self-Employment Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Ανεξάρτητης Εργασίας)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for foreign nationals establishing or operating their own business in Greece, requiring an approved business plan and proof of sufficient financial resources.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status, no renewal required)
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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Type A — Airport Transit Visa (Θεώρηση Αεροδρομιακής Διέλευσης - Type A)
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Type A — Airport Transit Visa (Θεώρηση Αεροδρομιακής Διέλευσης - Type A)

Allows transit through the international area of a Greek airport during a stopover without entering the Schengen territory.

ValidityVaries (Within 180-day period, single or multiple entries)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Long-Stay Visa (Type D)
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Type D — National Long-Stay Visa (Type D)

Long-stay parent visa (90-365 days) for third-country nationals entering Greece for study, work, family reunification, financial independence or other documented purposes.

Validity1 year
Processing1-3 months
Cost150 EUR
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Type E.6 — Residence Permit for Seasonal Employment
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Type E.6 — Residence Permit for Seasonal Employment

ValidityUp to 9 months within a 12-month period
Processing2-4 weeks
CostFree
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Type H.11 — Post-Study/Research Job Search Permit
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Type H.11 — Post-Study/Research Job Search Permit

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Cost150 EUR
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Type H.2 — Voluntary Service Permit
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Type H.2 — Voluntary Service Permit

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Cost90 EUR
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Type H.3 — Research Permit
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Type H.3 — Research Permit

ValidityDuration of hosting agreement
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Z.1 — Digital Nomad Visa (Ψηφιακός Νομάς - Z.1)
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Z.1 — Digital Nomad Visa (Ψηφιακός Νομάς - Z.1)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Twelve-month Greek national long-stay visa for non-EU remote workers earning at least €3,500/month, leading to a renewable 2-year Digital Nomad residence permit.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Cost180 EUR
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Z.13 — Specialized Technical Personnel Visa (Z.13)
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Z.13 — Specialized Technical Personnel Visa (Z.13)

12-month visa for non-EU technical personnel transferred to work on strategic infrastructure projects exceeding €10 million in industrial, technological, or pharmaceutical sectors.

Validity1 year
Processing1-3 months
Cost180 EUR
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Z.13A — Tech Visa (Θεώρηση Τεχνολογίας - Z.13A)
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Z.13A — Tech Visa (Θεώρηση Τεχνολογίας - Z.13A)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

12-month visa for foreign nationals employed by registered Elevate Greece tech startups, providing immediate work authorization with EU Blue Card conversion pathway.

Validity1 year
Processing1-3 months
Cost180 EUR
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Z.14 — Visiting Professor Visa (Θεώρηση Επισκέπτη Καθηγητή - Z.14)
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Z.14 — Visiting Professor Visa (Θεώρηση Επισκέπτη Καθηγητή - Z.14)

National visa for foreign academics invited to teach at Greek higher education institutions.

ValidityLinked to contract duration
Processing1-3 months
Cost150 EUR
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Z.15 — Talent Visa (Θεώρηση Ταλέντου - Z.15)
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Z.15 — Talent Visa (Θεώρηση Ταλέντου - Z.15)

12-month job-seeking visa for highly qualified nationals with at least a Master's degree to enter Greece and search for employment.

Validity1 year
Processing1-3 months
Cost180 EUR
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