Can you let the property?
- Long-term letting: yes.
- Short-term letting (for example on short-let platforms): no.
Thresholds by area
| Area / type | Minimum investment |
|---|---|
| Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and large islands | EUR 800,000 |
| Other areas | EUR 400,000 |
| Commercial-to-residential conversion or historic building restoration | EUR 250,000 |
The EUR 400,000 and 800,000 routes require a single property of at least 120 square metres.
Other points
- Five-year residence, renewable
- No stay requirement
- Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
- The Golden Visa itself does not include the right to take up employment
Our advice
When choosing a property, consider long-term rental yield, local development and resale — not just the threshold.