Greece golden visa (investment residence)

Key requirements

Our savings threshold is a blended planning anchor. Actual legal minimum can be lower or higher depending on zone and investment channel.

• Income we use for estimatesNot set in data
• SavingsOften ~$250,000+
• Accepted income typesSavings only, Passive income, Pension, Remote salary, Freelance income
• Remote work allowedYes
• Local employment allowedNo
• Health insuranceUsually required
• Criminal record checkUsually required
• Accommodation proofUsually required
• Bank accountUsually required
• Processing (rough)Several months (transaction-dependent)

Legal counsel, the purchase, and the permit filing can run in parallel, but wrong order on transfers, title registration, or proof packs often causes long delays.

1. 1

   Select investment route and zone

   Decide on property or another qualifying channel and confirm legal minimums for your chosen location and asset class.

2. 2

   Hire Greek legal support

   Set representation, timeline, and compliance screening before you commit capital.

3. 3

   Open tax and banking rails

   Complete tax number and banking setup needed for lawful payments and investment evidence.

4. 4

   Prepare source-of-funds file

   Document origin of capital, transfer path, and ownership in a format banks and immigration accept.

5. 5

   Complete the qualifying investment

   Finish purchase or subscription under local formalities and keep contracts, registration, and payment confirmations.

6. 6

   Arrange health insurance

   Obtain coverage for you and dependents in line with permit issuance requirements.

7. 7

   Collect police and family documents

   Prepare apostilled and translated records for you and dependents per the residence permit checklist.

8. 8

   Submit residence permit application

   File the complete package through the competent authority and keep submission receipts and attorney filings.

9. 9

   Complete biometrics and permit card

   Attend biometrics and collect permit cards after approval milestones.

10. 10

    Keep the investment for renewals

    Maintain the qualifying investment and compliance conditions for renewal cycles and family permits.

This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Greek golden visa thresholds, eligible investments, and compliance practice can change. Verify with official authorities and licensed counsel before you commit funds.

Pathway last reviewed: 2026-05-15

Citizenship & nationality

The Greece Golden Visa is mainly for people who are not EU citizens. EU citizens usually register under free movement instead. Your passport still affects security checks, proof of where money came from, and how the consulate handles your file.

• •Investment floors differ by geography and by asset category; old marketing numbers can be outdated if the district now falls under higher thresholds.
• •Family inclusion rules are broad compared with many EU routes, but each dependent adds documentation and background checks.
• •Sanctions exposure, politically exposed person (PEP) status, or opaque source-of-funds chains can delay or block approvals.
• •Using debt/leverage structures may be accepted or restricted depending on route details and banking compliance standards.

Validate current threshold maps and eligible asset classes with the Greek migration authority and licensed counsel before paying deposits.

Best for

• •People planning to stay several years with a clear residence record
• •Anyone weighing tax context alongside lifestyle and logistics
• •EU settlement plans (check Schengen travel vs national residence rules)

Long-term path

• Permanent residence: Yes
• Citizenship: Possible, but depends on your case

Residence can often be renewed while the qualifying investment is maintained. Citizenship remains a separate route with residency and integration criteria.

Practical difficulty

hard

Rough guide only. Your case depends on papers, timing, and rule changes.

Hard reflects high-capital commitment plus legal/banking due diligence rather than language or salary barriers.