💼 What Is the Greek Investor Residence Permit?
Greece offers residence permits to foreign nationals who start a business or make a qualifying investment. This allows entrepreneurs, company shareholders, and high-net-worth individuals to live and operate legally in Greece.
🏢 Business Investment Options
You can apply for a residence permit by:
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Starting a new company in Greece
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Investing in a Greek business or acquiring shares
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Investing in sectors like technology, tourism, green energy, or logistics
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Creating jobs and contributing to the local economy
📋 Eligibility Requirements
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Non-EU citizen
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Solid business plan or proof of existing investment
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Clean criminal record
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Minimum investment threshold (typically €250,000–€500,000)
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Business must be economically viable
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Health insurance in Greece
📝 Required Documents
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Valid passport and entry visa
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Company registration documents
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Business plan and proof of capital
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Greek tax number (AFM)
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Proof of office space or business location
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Financial statements or projected budgets
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Health insurance documentation
🏛️ Application Procedure
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Incorporate a company or register your investment
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Submit the residence permit application through the Ministry of Migration or local Decentralized Authority
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Provide translated documents and biometric data
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Receive a one-year (or more) investor residence permit
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Renewable as long as business activity continues
📈 Benefits of the Investor Permit
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Live and work legally in Greece
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Full access to healthcare, education, and banking
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Bring family members under reunification rules
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Pathway to long-term residence and citizenship
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Travel freely within the Schengen Zone
⚠️ Considerations Before You Invest
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Your business must have real operations in Greece
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Shell companies or passive ownership may not qualify
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Choose the right legal structure (sole proprietorship, IKE, SA, etc.)
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Consult with a local tax and legal advisor to comply with Greek laws
⚖️ How Borderless Lawyers Can Help
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Review your business concept and structure
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Incorporate your company and obtain tax registration
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Draft legal documents and business plans
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Assist in preparing the investor permit application
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Liaise with Greek authorities on your behalf
📞 Ready to Launch or Invest in Greece?
Make your move confidently with expert legal support.
💬 Contact Borderless Lawyers today for tailored guidance on investor residence permits.
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