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Third-country national
The Greek Golden Visa is available to eligible citizens of countries outside the European Union and European Economic Area, subject to the applicable rules.
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YOUR ELIGIBILITY
Is the Golden Visa
right for you?
Eligibility depends on more than the amount you invest. Understand the key conditions before choosing a property or starting your application.
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THE BASIC CONDITIONS
Four things
come first.
Before considering a property or investment strategy, there are several fundamental conditions that should be established.
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Qualifying investment
The applicant must make an investment that satisfies one of the qualifying Golden Visa routes and the applicable financial threshold.
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Eligible property or investment
Where property is used for the application, the specific property and transaction must meet the conditions of the relevant investment route.
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Required documentation
The applicant must be able to provide the documents and evidence required to establish identity, investment, ownership and compliance with the programme.
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YOUR INVESTMENT
Know your route
before you buy.
The investment route you choose affects the threshold, qualifying conditions and documentation that apply to your application.
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€250K
Specific qualifying property categories subject to their applicable conditions.
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€400K
Standard qualifying property investment outside areas subject to the €800,000 threshold.
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€800K
Qualifying property investment in specific high-demand locations.
FAMILY ELIGIBILITY
Your application can
extend beyond you.
Eligible family members may also receive residence permits connected to the investor's status, subject to the applicable requirements.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you
take the next step.
A few of the questions investors commonly have before beginning their Golden Visa journey.
01Who can apply for the Greek Golden Visa?
The programme is generally available to eligible third-country nationals who satisfy the applicable investment and legal requirements.
02Do I need to live in Greece to apply?
The Golden Visa is a residence permit programme and does not generally require the investor to establish permanent residence in Greece simply to maintain the permit. The specific requirements and conditions should be confirmed for the applicant's circumstances.
03Do I need to buy property before checking my eligibility?
No. It is generally preferable to understand your eligibility and the available investment routes before committing to a property or transaction.
04Can my family apply with me?
Eligible family members may receive residence permits connected to the investor's status, subject to the applicable family and legal requirements.
05Does meeting the investment amount guarantee approval?
No. Meeting the financial threshold is only one part of the process. The investment, documentation, ownership structure and other applicable requirements must also be satisfied.
READY TO EXPLORE?
Find out where
you stand.
Understanding your eligibility before choosing an investment can help you approach the Golden Visa process with greater clarity.
Legal information. This page provides general information about eligibility for the Greek Golden Visa and is not legal, tax, immigration or investment advice. Eligibility depends on the applicant's individual circumstances and the legislation and administrative requirements in force at the time of application.