Short answer: The Greece Golden Visa gives five-year renewable residence through property purchase and has no minimum stay requirement. Thresholds are tiered by area: as low as EUR 250,000 for certain conversion or restoration projects; EUR 400,000 in most areas; and up to EUR 800,000 in high-demand zones such as parts of Athens and Thessaloniki.
2026 area thresholds at a glance
| Area type | Minimum investment | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Lower threshold (conversion / restoration) | EUR 250,000 | Designated projects |
| Standard areas | EUR 400,000 | Most non-hotspot regions |
| High-demand areas | EUR 800,000 | Parts of Athens, Thessaloniki |
Always confirm the exact threshold and eligibility of the specific property before purchase.
Key features
- Stay requirement: None — suitable as a back-up European status.
- Family: Spouse, dependent children and parents can usually be included.
- Property use: Long-term letting is allowed; short-term letting is restricted.
- Processing: Typically a few months, depending on documents and local processing.
- Long-term status: Residence is renewable; citizenship requires genuine residence and other conditions.
Compared with other European programmes
- Portugal Golden Visa: Now mainly a EUR 500,000 fund route, with a low stay requirement and PR after five years.
- Cyprus PR: New home from EUR 300,000 (plus VAT), direct permanent residence, but outside Schengen.
- Malta PR: Buy or rent plus government fees; can include parents and grandparents.
Our advice
Decide your budget and whether Schengen travel is essential, then choose the area. Location affects both the investment amount and future resale value — complete independent due diligence before buying. Start with the Programme Finder.