Residency by Investment in Greece

Minimum Investment Amount

€250,000

Key Residency Benefit

Route to Greek citizenship

Processing Time

2 months

What makes Greece a popular investment location?

Located on the Balkan Peninsula, Greece is widely celebrated as the ‘birthplace of democracy.’ The country’s rich history includes ancient philosophers, the creation of the Olympic Games, and magnificent temples that continue to inspire visitors worldwide.

Beyond its historical legacy, Greece boasts stunning natural beauty across its 2,000 islands, making it one of the world’s top tourist destinations.

Greece became the 10th member to join the European Union (EU) and was a founding member of the United Nations, reflecting its important role on the global stage

Guide to Greece's Residency by Investment programme

Since its launch in 2013, the Greek Golden Visa has become one of Europe’s most sought-after residency by investment programmes.

Designed for non-EU citizens, the programme grants a five-year residence permit in exchange for a minimum investment of €250,000 in Greek real estate. It stands out as one of the most flexible and affordable EU schemes, offering investors and their families residency in as little as two months.

After residing in Greece for more than seven years, Golden Visa holders are also eligible to apply for citizenship.

How to get the Greek Golden Visa

Financial investment

Invest in various types of financial investments with a minimum value of €400,000. Investment options include:

• Term deposits in a Greek bank with standing orders for automatic renewal

• Greek government bonds

• Corporate bonds

• Equity investments

• Various types of funds, such as mutual funds

• Investments in publicly traded financial instruments

Specific requirements vary for each of these investment options.

Property investment

An investment of EUR 250,000 can be made in specialised real estate projects, including the conversion of commercial properties into residential use or the restoration of listed buildings, regardless of their location or size.

For a minimum investment of EUR 400,000, investors can purchase a single property in Greece with a minimum size of 120 square meters.

A higher investment threshold of EUR 800,000 applies for property purchases in Athens, Thessaloniki, and islands with populations exceeding 3,100 inhabitants.

Key Benefits of the Greek Golden Visa

Applicants can apply for Greek citizenship after living in the country for at least seven years, with a minimum of 183 days of physical residency each year. To qualify, applicants must also pass a Greek language proficiency test.

Greek citizenship is an EU citizenship, granting access to a wide range of benefits. These include the ability to live, work, and study anywhere in the European Union. Greek passport holders also enjoy visa-free travel to over 180 countries.

Unmarried children under the age of 18 of Greek citizens are also eligible to receive citizenship.

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