Looking for European residency through real estate? The Golden Visa in Greece offers a straightforward route to a 5-year renewable residence permit for non-EU citizens who invest in Greek property. It’s one of Europe’s most accessible Golden Visa programs.
💼 What Is the Greek Golden Visa?
The Golden Visa Greece is a residence-by-investment program that grants 5-year residency to third-country nationals who invest in real estate or other qualifying assets in Greece.
✅ No minimum stay requirement
✅ Fast-track residency in as little as 60 days
✅ Family members included
✅ Access to travel across the Schengen Zone
💶 Investment Options
To qualify, you must invest in one of the following:
🏘️ Real Estate Purchase
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€250,000 minimum property investment (only in selected regions)
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€500,000 minimum in high-demand areas like:
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Athens (central, northern, southern sectors)
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Thessaloniki
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Mykonos
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Santorini
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📌 You may purchase residential or commercial properties. Multiple properties may count if combined to meet the threshold.
🏨 Alternative Options (less common)
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10-year hotel or tourist lease
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Shares in Greek real estate investment companies
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Capital contribution to investment funds
(These require legal structuring—less popular for private investors.)
👨👩👧👦 Who Can Apply?
The main applicant and their:
👩 Spouse or partner under civil union
👧 Children under 21 (renewable up to 24 if studying)
👴 Dependent parents of both spouses
📋 Required Documents
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Valid passport
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Proof of investment (title deed or lease)
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Clean criminal record
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Greek tax ID (AFM)
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Greek health insurance
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Proof of family relationship (if applying with dependents)
📝 Documents must be translated into Greek and apostilled or notarized as needed.
📝 Application Process
| Step | Description |
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| 1️⃣ | Obtain Greek Tax ID (AFM) |
| 2️⃣ | Choose and purchase qualifying property |
| 3️⃣ | Apply for visa/residence at the Greek Migration Office |
| 4️⃣ | Submit biometrics and receive residence permit |
| 5️⃣ | Permit valid for 5 years and renewable |
🕐 Processing time: approx. 2–3 months.
🛂 Travel & Residency Rights
With a Greek Golden Visa, you can:
✈️ Travel visa-free in the entire Schengen Zone
🏠 Live full-time or part-time in Greece
💼 Own a business (but cannot work as an employee)
🪪 Renewal & Citizenship
🔁 Renewal Conditions
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Maintain your investment
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Maintain Greek health insurance
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No need to reside in Greece
🪄 Greek Citizenship
After 7 years of legal residency (with physical presence), you may apply for Greek citizenship—but residence is required, and language integration is tested.
💬 How Borderless Lawyers Can Help
We guide investors through the complete Golden Visa journey:
✅ Property search and legal due diligence
✅ Tax ID registration
✅ Power of attorney and purchase assistance
✅ Visa preparation and filing
✅ Family applications
✅ Long-term residency or citizenship planning
🌎 Trusted by investors from UAE, China, South Africa, USA, Russia, Brazil, and more.
📦 Quick Facts: Golden Visa Greece
| Item | Detail |
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| Min. real estate investment | €250K or €500K (depending on location) |
| Residency granted | 5 years (renewable) |
| Includes family? | ✅ Yes |
| Work permitted? | ❌ Not as employee |
| Travel rights | Schengen Zone access |
| Citizenship path? | ✅ After 7 years (if residing in Greece) |
| Minimum stay? | ❌ None |