Updated on April 3, 2026
Greece Golden Visa
For having a holiday home by the sea and travelling across Europe without visas
€250,000+
Investment amount
4+ months
Obtaining period
5 years
Residency validity
The Greece Golden Visa is an investment route to residency in Greece. It is available to foreigners who contribute at least €250,000 to the country’s economy. Applicants can invest in real estate, purchase units of investment funds, or deposit money in a bank.
The residence permit is valid for 5 years and can be renewed indefinitely for 5-year periods. Family members, such as spouses, children under 21, and parents, can also obtain residency.
After 7 years of holding the Golden Visa, investors may apply for Greek citizenship, provided they have lived in the country for more than 183 days per year.
The Greece Golden Visa rules are regulated by Law No. 5038/2023.
Your complete guide to the Greece Golden Visa
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Step-by-step procedure
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Requirements for applicants
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Required documents
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Answers to frequently asked questions
Trusted by 10,000+ investors7 benefits of the Greece Golden Visa
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Visa-free travel within the Schengen Area
Greece is part of the Schengen Area. Its residents can travel visa-free across all 29 Schengen states.
Greece is part of the Schengen Area. Its residents can travel visa-free across all 29 Schengen states.
2
Residence permit for the entire family
Spouses or partners, children under 21, and parents of any age can obtain residence permits alongside the investor.
Spouses or partners, children under 21, and parents of any age can obtain residence permits alongside the investor.
3
Tax optimisation
Investors can apply for the Non-Domicile tax regime, which allows them to pay a flat tax of €100,000 on their global income, regardless of the amount.
Investors can apply for the Non-Domicile tax regime, which allows them to pay a flat tax of €100,000 on their global income, regardless of the amount.
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Investment returns
Investors can rent out purchased real estate and earn an annual yield of up to 10%. Fund units typically yield around 4—5% per year.
Investors can rent out purchased real estate and earn an annual yield of up to 10%. Fund units typically yield around 4—5% per year.
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Relocation to Europe
Golden Visa holders can move to Greece and benefit from the country’s low cost of living, EU-level healthcare, and pleasant climate.
Golden Visa holders can move to Greece and benefit from the country’s low cost of living, EU-level healthcare, and pleasant climate.
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Right to run a business in the EU
Golden Visa holders can open a companies in Greece and access the EU market of around 450 million consumers.
Golden Visa holders can open a companies in Greece and access the EU market of around 450 million consumers.
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Prospect of EU citizenship
Golden Visa holders can obtain Greek citizenship after 7 years. To be eligible, they must live in Greece for 183+ per year.
Golden Visa holders can obtain Greek citizenship after 7 years. To be eligible, they must live in Greece for 183+ per year.
Who can get the Greece Golden Visa
Greek real estate for the Greece Golden Visa
Purchasing real estate is the most popular option among applicants. The investment threshold depends on the type and location of the property:
- €800,000 — for real estate located in high-demand areas such as Athens, Thessaloniki, Santorini, and other islands with a population of more than 3,100 residents;
- €400,000 — for real estate in all other regions;
- €250,000 — for properties purchased for renovation or conversion into residential use.
Properties available for the Greece Golden Visa
Greece, Athens
€720,000+
Cosy and stylish apartments in modern style, Glyfada, Athens
98 m²
2 
2 
Greece, Athens
€920,000 — €960,000
Elegant apartments, Elliniko, Athens
109 m² — 163 m²3 3—4 
Greece, Athens
€1,185,000+
Luxury apartments, Varkiza, Athens
207 m²4 4 
Greece, Athens
€810,000 — €1,770,000
Elegant and stylish apartments, Voula, Athens
110 m² — 249 m²2—4 2—4 
Greece, Chania
€195,000 — €240,000
Apartments in modern style, Lentariana, Chania
41 m² — 48 m²1 1 
Greece, Chania
€3,500,000+
Luxury villa, Halepa, Chania
450 m²6 6 
Greece, Athens
€257,000 — €509,000
Elegant and stylish apartments, Ampelokipi, Athens
40 m² — 72 m²1—2 1—2 
Greece, Kassandra
€505,000+
Modern villa, Sani, Kassandra
170 m²4 3 
Greece, Kassandra
€613,000+
Villa in traditional style, Sani, Kassandra
144 m²3 2 
Greece, Kassandra
€700,000+
Stylish maisonette, Nea Skioni, Kassandra
155 m²3 2 Upon purchasing real estate, investors pay a transfer tax of 3.09% of the property’s objective value and a notary fee of 1—2%. If buying a new property, it must be at least 120 m² in size and may be either residential or commercial.
Investors can purchase property individually or jointly with a spouse or a partner in a registered cohabitation agreement.
Elena Kozyreva,
Managing Director for Real Estate projects
Purchasing real estate in Greece is a profitable investment for several reasons:
- Affordability. Property prices are among the most competitive in Europe, averaging around €2,300—2,700 per m².
- Capital growth. Greek property values have been steadily rising. For example, in 2024, apartment prices increased by 8.7% year-on-year.
- High rental yields. Rental returns can reach up to 10% annually.
Alternative investment options
Besides purchasing real estate, applicants can buy investment fund units or make a bank deposit.
Investment fund units — €350,000+
Investors purchase units in licensed mutual and alternative funds that support the economy.
Bank deposit — €500,000+
Investors open a fixed-term deposit in a Greek bank for at least 1 year, with automatic renewal.
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Trusted by 10,000+ investorsDocuments required for obtaining the Greece Golden Visa
Applicants for the Greece Golden Visa are typically required to submit the following documents:
- Application for the Golden Visa.
- Valid passport and its copy.
- Birth certificates — for children.
- Marriage certificate — for the spouse.
- Recent passport-sized photos.
- Police clearance certificate.
- Confirmation of sources of funds — for the main applicant.
- Confirmation of a residential address — for the main applicant.
- Confirmation of investment — for the main applicant.
- Health insurance in Greece.
Additional documents may be required depending on the investor’s individual background and the specifics of their application.
How to obtain Greece residency by investment
Based on Immigrant Invest’s experience, obtaining the Greece Golden Visa takes at least 4 months. See how you can obtain the Greece Golden Visa under the most popular investment option — the purchase of real estate.
1 day
Preliminary Due Diligence
Immigrant Invest has its own Anti-Money Laundering Department. Its officers conduct preliminary Due Diligence to assess the investor’s background. This step helps identify potential issues early on and reduces the risk of rejection to as low as 1%.
Once the check is successfully completed, Immigrant Invest signs a service agreement with the investor.
1+ weeks
Property selection
Immigrant Invest provides a list of real estate options tailored to the investor’s preferences. The selection process can be done remotely. The company’s representatives offer detailed photos and videos to ensure convenience.
Immigrant Invest works directly with Greek developers and has access to more than 200 properties.
1+ weeks
Documents preparation
The investor receives a checklist of the required documents. Immigrant Invest assists with completing official forms and oversees the notarisation, apostilling, and translation of documents as needed for submission.
Up to 1 week
Obtaining a Greek tax identification number, AFM
An AFM is required for any property transaction. The Immigrant Invest legal team submits the application to the Greek tax authorities on behalf of the investor.
1+ month
Real estate purchase
Lawyers carry out legal checks to confirm ownership and ensure the property is free from encumbrances. The investor signs a preliminary sale agreement and transfers a 10% deposit. The final contract is signed either by the investor or by a lawyer holding power of attorney.
The transaction is recorded in the Land Registry and Cadastre, and a registration certificate is issued.
1 day
Residency application submission
Immigrant Invest submits the application for a Greek residence permit via the official migration portal.
The investor receives a confirmation certificate, which allows them to reside in Greece for up to 1 year while the application is under review.
Within 6 months
Biometric appointment
The investor and their family members travel to Greece to provide biometric data. This appointment is scheduled in advance at a designated migration office.
3+ months
Issuance of residence permit cards
Once approved, the residence permit cards are issued. They may be collected in person or delivered by a lawyer authorised to act on the investor’s behalf.
Timeline of obtaining Greek citizenship
To qualify for Greek citizenship by naturalisation, Golden Visa holders must reside in Greece for 183+ days per year over a minimum period of 7 years.
4+ months
Obtaining the Greece Golden Visa
5 years
Legal residence with the Golden Visa
2 months before expiration
Collection of documents and application for renewal or permanent residence
2 years
Legal residence with the renewed Golden Visa or permanent residence
During 7 years of residence
Passing language and citizenship exams
1+ weeks
Collection of documents and application for citizenship
1+ years
Approval of the citizenship application and issuance of a passport
Greece Golden Visa vs. residence by investment in other countries
Compare the Greece Golden Visa to residence permit programs in other European countries.
Country
Greece
Minimum investment
€250,000
Obtaining period
4+ months
Validity
5 years
Residency requirement
None
Eligible relatives
Spouse, children under 21, parents
Time to citizenship
7 years
Country
Portugal
Minimum investment
€250,000
Obtaining period
12+ months
Validity
2 years
Residency requirement
7 days per year
Eligible relatives
Spouse, children under 26, parents
Time to citizenship
5 years
Country
Hungary
Minimum investment
€250,000
Obtaining period
5+ months
Validity
10 years
Residency requirement
None
Eligible relatives
Spouse, children under 25, parents
Time to citizenship
11 years
Country
Cyprus
Minimum investment
€300,000
Obtaining period
9+ months
Validity
Indefinite
Residency requirement
One visit every 2 years
Eligible relatives
Spouse, children under 25
Time to citizenship
8 years
Country
Malta
Minimum investment
€182,000
Obtaining period
6+ months
Validity
Indefinite
Residency requirement
None
Eligible relatives
Spouse, children under 29, parents, grandparents
Time to citizenship
5 years
Country | Minimum investment | Obtaining period | Validity | Residency requirement | Eligible relatives | Time to citizenship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| €250,000 | 4+ months | 5 years | None | Spouse, children under 21, parents | 7 years |
| €250,000 | 12+ months | 2 years | 7 days per year | Spouse, children under 26, parents | 5 years |
| €250,000 | 5+ months | 10 years | None | Spouse, children under 25, parents | 11 years |
| €300,000 | 9+ months | Indefinite | One visit every 2 years | Spouse, children under 25 | 8 years |
| €182,000 | 6+ months | Indefinite | None | Spouse, children under 29, parents, grandparents | 5 years |
Why you can trust Immigrant Invest
Immigrant Invest is an official representative of the Greece Golden Visa. Our expertise ensures a fast, seamless process for clients seeking Greek residence permits.
We have an in-house Anti-Money Laundering Department that conducts preliminary Due Diligence, reducing the risk of application refusal to as low as 1%.
Our legal team includes members of the Investment Migration Council — the world’s leading association in the field of citizenship and residence by investment.
Anna Semenyuk,
Citizenship by Investment Programs Advisor
Immigrant Invest has been operating since 2006. Since then, we have helped thousands of high-net-worth individuals from around the world obtain second citizenship and residency by investment.
We have deep expertise in the immigration laws of various countries and closely monitor all legislative changes as they arise.
Additional services
Permit renewal
We help renew permits after 5 years and replace them if required.
Family inclusion
We help obtain residence permits for close family members.
Documents preparation
We help obtain, notarise, and apostille Greek documents.
Real estate selection
We help rent or purchase property from start to finish.
Bank account opening
We help prepare the required documents and fill out all the forms.
Permit renewal
We help renew permits after 5 years and replace them if required.
Family inclusion
We help obtain residence permits for close family members.
Documents preparation
We help obtain, notarise, and apostille Greek documents.
Real estate selection
We help rent or purchase property from start to finish.
Bank account opening
We help prepare the required documents and fill out all the forms.
Frequently asked questions
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