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Greece Golden Visa
Obtain five-year renewable Greek residence through real estate, with no stay requirement and free travel across the Schengen Area.
Programme overview
The Greece Golden Visa lets non-EU nationals obtain a residence permit by buying real estate. The threshold depends on the area: higher in Athens, Thessaloniki and popular islands, lower elsewhere; converting commercial property to residential use or restoring listed buildings qualifies at EUR 250,000.
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InvestmentFrom EUR 250,000, depending on the area
Stay requirementNone
ResidenceFive years, renewable
FamilySpouse, dependent children and parents
Summary
The Greece Golden Visa sets thresholds by area: EUR 800,000 in Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and larger islands; EUR 400,000 elsewhere; and EUR 250,000 for commercial-to-residential conversions or restoring listed buildings. Holders receive five-year renewable residence with no stay requirement.
Key benefits of Greece Golden Visa
- No stay requirement
- Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
- Include your spouse, children and parents
- Live in the property or let it long term
Why Global Immigrate for Greece Golden Visa
- families approved
- 22+
- approval rate
- 100%
- offering this programme since
- 2018
GI Group overseas property team
GI Group’s overseas property team helps you find, negotiate and buy — and later manage lettings.
Clear, transparent fees
All service fees and third-party costs are set out in writing before you sign — no hidden charges — and our refund terms are explained clearly.
Planning beyond immigration
GI Group’s teams can handle pre-immigration tax, asset allocation, your children’s education and overseas property at the same time, so the arrangements never conflict.
Our three guarantees
Full service-fee refund if refused
Guaranteed in your service agreement: if your application is refused, we refund the service fees you have paid in full — or you can switch to another suitable programme at no extra charge.
No extra charge for further documents or resubmission
If the authorities request further documents, or an application must be resubmitted, we handle it at no additional service fee.
Handled by professionals, fee fixed at signing
Every application is prepared and reviewed by our professional immigration team. Your service fee is fixed when you sign, with no additional charges afterwards.
Service fees exclude investment amounts, government fees and third-party costs. Refusals caused by false or incomplete information, or by the applicant not cooperating as required, are not eligible for a refund. Full terms are set out in the service agreement.
Requirements
None
- Qualifying real estate bought according to area (EUR 250,000 to 800,000)
- For the EUR 400,000 and 800,000 routes, a single property of at least 120 square metres
- For the EUR 250,000 route, conversion work completed before applying
- The property may not be used for short-term letting
- No criminal record, and health insurance
Investment thresholds
| Area / type | Minimum investment |
|---|---|
| Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and larger islands | EUR 800,000 |
| Other areas | EUR 400,000 |
| Commercial-to-residential conversion or listed-building restoration | EUR 250,000 |
Subject to the Greek Government’s latest announcements.
Free Greece Golden Visa brochure
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Application process
- Assessment and property search1–2 monthsWe shortlist qualifying properties by budget and area.
- Purchase1–3 monthsObtain a tax number, open an account and complete the purchase.
- ApplicationPer schedulingSubmit the residence application and register biometrics.
- Residence cardDepends on processingOnce approved, collect your five-year residence card.
Greece Golden Visa client stories
“They found us a property outside Athens that met the EUR 400,000 threshold — excellent value.”
Purchase completed and residence card issued.
Ms Hsu, Taipei“We chose a commercial-to-residential conversion, and they explained the conditions very clearly.”
Residence granted through a EUR 250,000 project.
Mr Law, Hong Kong“The property is now let long term, with steady rental income.”
Five-year residence card issued.
Mr Chiu, TaichungGreece Golden VisaFAQ
Can I list the property on a short-let platform?
No. Golden Visa properties may not be used for short-term letting, but can be let long term.
Do I need to live in Greece?
No. There is no minimum stay requirement during your residence.
Can I work?
The Golden Visa itself does not include the right to take up employment, but you can manage your own investments.
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