Obtain European residency through one of Europe’s most attractive residency-by-investment programs. Greece offers investors and their families the opportunity to secure renewable residency through qualifying investments while benefiting from access to the Schengen Area, a Mediterranean lifestyle, and attractive investment opportunities.

• Investment starting from EUR 250,000

• Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area

• No minimum stay requirement to maintain residency

• Renewable five-year residence permit

Greece is renowned for its rich history, Mediterranean lifestyle, beautiful islands, and strategic location within Europe. The country combines modern European living with strong tourism, attractive real estate opportunities, and a high quality of life.

• Capital: Athens

• Official Language: Greek

• Currency: Euro (EUR)

• Total Area: 131,957 km²

• Access to Europe’s Schengen Area

• No obligation to permanently reside in Greece

• Attractive Mediterranean lifestyle and climate

• Strong tourism and investment market

• Opportunity to generate rental income from property investments

• Inclusion of eligible family members

• Renewable residency with long-term residency opportunities

• Access to private healthcare and international education options

The Greece Golden Visa Program allows non-EU nationals to obtain renewable residence permits through qualifying investments in Greece. The program is considered one of Europe’s most accessible residency-by-investment pathways and provides long-term residency benefits within a European Union member state.

Applicants may qualify through one of the following approved investment routes:

EUR 250,000 Investment

Applicable to:

• Conversion of commercial properties into residential use

• Restoration of listed or historical buildings

• Selected qualifying property categories under current regulations

EUR 400,000 Investment

Applicable to:

• Real estate investments in selected areas of Greece

• Single property investments meeting minimum size and regulatory requirements

EUR 800,000 Investment

Applicable to:

• Prime and high-demand regions including certain areas of Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and other designated locations under current regulations

Investment thresholds and eligible regions are subject to government regulations and may change periodically.

Applicants may also qualify through approved capital investment routes under current Greek regulations.

Available Investment Categories

• EUR 800,000 in shares, corporate bonds, or Greek Government bonds imported for trading or traded on regulated markets or multilateral trading facilities operating in Greece

• EUR 500,000 investment in a company registered in Greece through the acquisition of shares or corporate bonds

• EUR 500,000 investment in a Public Limited Real Estate Investment Company (REIC)

• EUR 500,000 investment in Greek Government bonds

• EUR 500,000 in a fixed-term bank deposit with a Greek financial institution

• EUR 350,000 investment in a mutual fund investing exclusively in shares, corporate bonds, or Greek Government bonds

• EUR 350,000 investment in shares or units of an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) established in Greece or another EU member state with investment activity exclusively in Greece

• EUR 250,000 minimum investment in startups listed under the National Register of Startups (Elevate Greece)

All investments must comply with applicable Greek immigration, financial, and investment regulations.

• Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area

• Renewable residence permits valid for five years

• No minimum physical stay requirement for residency renewal

• Ability to include eligible family members

• Opportunity to generate rental income through real estate investments

• Access to a European lifestyle and business environment

• Pathway toward long-term residence and potential citizenship eligibility subject to legal residency requirements and applicable laws

To qualify for the Greece Golden Visa Program, the main applicant must:

• Be a non-EU national

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a clean criminal record

• Complete a qualifying investment in Greece

• Maintain the investment according to program requirements

• Hold valid medical insurance coverage where required

• Meet all immigration and compliance requirements

The following family members may generally be included in the application:

• Spouse of the main applicant

• Children under 21 years old

• Parents of the main applicant and spouse

Dependent eligibility is subject to applicable immigration regulations and supporting documentation.

Assessment of eligibility and selection of the most suitable investment option.

Selection and reservation of the qualifying investment in Greece.

Completion of legal checks, tax registration, and preparation of required documents.

Submission of the residency application to the relevant Greek authorities.

Applicants complete biometric procedures and government review processes.

Renewable residence permits are issued upon approval.

Applications are generally processed within approximately 2 to 4 months, subject to government procedures, application completeness, and investment type.

The Greece Golden Visa Program is subject to government regulations and legal updates. Investment thresholds, eligible investment categories, processing times, and residency conditions may change in accordance with applicable laws.