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€250K
Special Property Routes
A lower investment threshold applies to specific qualifying property categories defined by Greek law.
QUALIFYING ROUTE
INVESTMENT REQUIREMENTS
Know the threshold
before you invest.
The Greek Golden Visa offers different investment routes. Understanding the threshold, location and property requirements is the first step toward choosing the right one.
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THE THREE THRESHOLDS
Choose the route
that fits.
The amount required depends on the type and location of the investment. The €250,000 route is reserved for specific property categories.
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€400K
Standard Property Investment
The standard threshold for qualifying property investments outside the areas subject to the €800,000 threshold.
QUALIFYING ROUTE
03
€800K
High-Demand Areas
The higher threshold applies to qualifying property investments in specific high-demand locations.
LOCATION DEPENDENT
WHERE €800K APPLIES
Location can
change the threshold.
Certain high-demand areas are subject to the €800,000 minimum investment threshold for qualifying property investments.
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Attica
02
Regional Unit of Thessaloniki
03
Mykonos
04
Thira / Santorini
05
Greek islands with a population exceeding 3,100
MINIMUM INVESTMENT€800,000
The applicable threshold should always be confirmed against the property's exact location and the rules in force at the time of the investment.
PROPERTY REQUIREMENTS
It's not simply
about the price.
Meeting the financial threshold is only one part of a qualifying investment. The property and transaction must also satisfy the applicable requirements.
One qualifying property
For the standard €400,000 and €800,000 property routes, the investment generally concerns a single property rather than combining several properties to reach the threshold.
120 m² minimum
For qualifying residential properties under the €400,000 and €800,000 routes, the applicable property must generally have at least 120 m² of main-use areas.
Proper ownership
The investor must satisfy the ownership and possession requirements applicable to the particular Golden Visa investment route.
Documented payment
The purchase consideration must be paid and documented through the payment methods and supporting evidence required under the applicable rules.
THE €250K ROUTES
A lower threshold,
with specific conditions.
€250,000 does not apply to every property. It is reserved for specific investment categories established by the Greek framework.
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Change of use
Certain properties whose main spaces have been converted to residential use can qualify under the €250,000 route, subject to the statutory conditions and documentation.
€250,000 ROUTE
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Listed buildings
Qualifying listed buildings requiring restoration or reconstruction can also fall under the €250,000 route when the applicable requirements are satisfied.
€250,000 ROUTE
BEFORE YOU COMMIT
Four things
to verify first.
A property's asking price is only the beginning. Before making a commitment, the investment should be assessed as a whole.
01
Location
Determine whether the property falls under the €250,000, €400,000 or €800,000 threshold.
02
Property type
Confirm that the property qualifies under the specific Golden Visa route being considered.
03
Transaction
Verify that the purchase price, payment structure and ownership arrangement satisfy the applicable rules.
04
Technical status
Review the property's planning, building and legal characteristics before committing to the investment.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you
make a decision.
The questions investors most often ask when comparing the available investment thresholds.
Check Your Eligibility01Is the minimum investment always €250,000?
No. The €250,000 threshold applies only to specific qualifying property routes. Standard property investments are generally subject to €400,000 or €800,000 thresholds depending on the location and applicable rules.
02Which areas require the €800,000 threshold?
The €800,000 threshold applies to qualifying property investments in Attica, the Regional Unit of Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Thira/Santorini and Greek islands with a population exceeding 3,100, subject to the applicable legal requirements.
03Can I combine multiple properties to reach €400,000 or €800,000?
For the standard property routes, the qualifying investment generally concerns a single property. The exact structure of an investment should be checked against the rules applicable to the transaction.
04Does a €250,000 property automatically qualify?
No. The €250,000 route is limited to specific property categories, such as qualifying change-of-use properties and certain listed buildings requiring restoration or reconstruction. The property must satisfy the relevant legal conditions.
05Are there additional costs beyond the investment amount?
Yes. The statutory investment threshold should not be treated as the complete transaction budget. Depending on the investment, additional costs can include taxes, notarial and registration costs, professional fees, legal services and other transaction-related expenses.
HAVE A PROPERTY IN MIND?
Check it before
you commit.
We can help assess the property's Golden Visa suitability and identify the relevant investment route before you move forward.
Legal information. This page provides general information about the Greek Golden Visa investment framework and is not legal, tax, immigration or investment advice. Investment thresholds, qualifying property categories and administrative requirements may change. Eligibility should be assessed against the legislation and administrative requirements in force at the time of application.