Greece Golden Visa – Residency by Investment Overview

The Greece Golden Visa program allows non-EU investors and their families to obtain a renewable residence permit through a qualifying investment, most commonly in real estate. It provides residence rights in Greece and access to Europe’s Schengen Area, offering broad European mobility.


Key Advantages

  • Access to the Schengen Area: Free travel within 29 Schengen countries.

  • No permanent residency requirement: You do not need to live full-time in Greece.

  • Family inclusion: Spouse, children, and parents can be included in the same application.

  • Long-term renewable residency: Permit valid for 5 years and can be renewed indefinitely with maintained investment.

  • Pathway to citizenship: After several years of legal residence, you may be eligible to apply for Greek citizenship.


Investment Requirements

  • €800,000: Real estate in high-demand areas (Athens, Thessaloniki, popular islands).

  • €400,000: Real estate in other regions of Greece.

  • €250,000: Special projects like commercial-to-residential conversions or certified heritage restorations.


Family Inclusion

The program allows inclusion of:

  • Spouse

  • Children (usually dependent or under a certain age)

  • Parents of the applicant or spouse

All included family members enjoy the same residency benefits as the main applicant.

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To qualify for the Greece Residence Permit Program, investors must make a real estate investment of at least €250,000. Eligible properties include residential, commercial, or touristic assets. Ownership must be maintained throughout the residency period to keep the permit valid.
Greece offers one of the fastest residency timelines in the EU. The application is typically approved within approximately 6 months, provided that documents and investment verification are completed correctly.
No. Greece does not require any minimum physical stay to maintain the residence permit. However, to apply for citizenship, the applicant must live in Greece for 7 consecutive years and meet integration requirements.
Yes. The Greece Residence Permit allows inclusion of a spouse and unmarried dependent children under 21 years old. Each family member receives an individual residence permit with access to healthcare, education, and lifestyle benefits across Greece and the EU Schengen Zone.
Greece offers a strong combination of lifestyle, access, and investment benefits:
1. Visa-free travel to all Schengen states
2. Fast processing: 6 months
3. Attractive real estate market with rental income potential
4. No minimum stay requirement
5. Path to citizenship after 7 years
6. Access to EU education, healthcare, and business opportunities