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Greece Financially Independent Residence 2026: Versus Golden Visa

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Greece FIP residence is based on stable income, distinct from investment golden visa.

Short answer: Besides the golden visa, Greece offers residence for financially independent persons with stable income, generally without local employment.

Information current as of October 2026.

FIP versus golden visa

Item FIP Golden visa
Core Stable income Qualifying investment
Work Generally no local employment Residence-focused
Fit Passive income, local life Investment, low presence

See Greece Golden Visa.

Global Immigrate note

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This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.

FAQ

Must I buy property?

FIP centres on income, not mandatory purchase.

Can I work in Greece?

Generally no local employment.

FIP or golden visa?

Investment fits golden visa; passive income fits FIP.

Can family join?

Spouse and dependent children can usually be assessed.

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