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Minimum investment
€250,000
processing time
2 Months
key residency benefit
Route to Greek Citizenship
Benefits of Residency by Investment in Greece
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Cost-effective and quick process
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Path to EU citizenship after seven years
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Visa-free travel in Schengen Area
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No minimum stay requirements
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Acess to free public healthcare and education
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Favorable tax benefits
discover greece
Located on the Balkan Peninsula, Greece is often described as the 'birthplace of democracy'.
From its ancient philosophers, the invention of the Olympic Games and awe-inspiring temples, the country boasts a rich history and culture. Greece is also home to picturesque scenery across its 2,000 islands, making it one of the most popular tourist destinations globally. Greece was also the 10th member to join the European Union (EU) and was one of the founding members of the United Nations.
About greece
Since its launch in 2013, the Greek Golden Visa has become one of the most highly prized in Europe.
The Greek Golden Visa is a residency by investment program aimed at non-EU citizens. The program grants a five-year residence permit in exchange for a minimum investment of €250,000 in Greek real estate.
It is, without doubt, the most flexible and affordable of all the EU schemes allowing investors and their families residency in just 2 short months. Greek Golden Visa holders can also apply for citizenship after residing in Greece for over seven years.
How to obtain Residency by investment in greece
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EUR 250,000: Specialised real estate investment allocated towards the conversion of commercial properties into residential use or the restoration of listed buildings, regardless of location or size
EUR 400,000: For the purchase of properties in Greece, the investment must be made in a single property with a minimum size of 120 sqm
EUR 800,000: For the purchase of properties in Athens, Thessaloniki, and islands with more than 3,100 inhabitants
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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.
plan of action for the greece Residency by Investment program
Preparation
Sign POA; collect all documents and information for submission.
Investment
Complete property purchase or financial investment per route.
Submission
Submit your application; receive a temporary residency permit.
Biometrics
Visit Greece to submit your biometric data.
Issuance
Golden Visa residence permit issued.
Frequently asked questions
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Processing times for the Greece Golden Visa application can vary on a case-by-case basis. On average, Golden Visas are received within two months of submitting the application.
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It is possible to apply to become a Greek citizen through naturalization. This means the applicant must maintain continuous residence in Greece for at least seven years with 183 days of physical residency per year.
Applicants are also required to pass a Greek language proficiency test.
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Family members can be included in the application. The principal investor can include:
Spouse
Children and spouse’s children under the age of 21* provided they are not married
Parents and parents-in-law
When the children turn 21, a 3-year independent residence permit can be applied for and is issued until the age of 24. Children over 21 years old can also receive a Golden Visa provided that the value of the acquired real estate is at least an additional €250.000 for each child over 21 years old.
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The Greece Golden Visa is open to all non-EU citizens who invest in Greece as per the Golden Visa Law requirements.