Greece Golden Visa
EU Residency Through Strategic Real Estate Investment
The Greece Golden Visa is one of Europe's most established residency-by-investment programs. It allows non-EU investors and their families to obtain long-term EU residency through qualifying real estate investments in Greece, with no minimum stay requirement.
This program is ideal for investors seeking Schengen mobility, lifestyle optionality, and property-backed security without the obligation to relocate.
Investment Options (2025 Rules)
Residency is granted through real estate investment, with thresholds depending on location and property type:
€250,000 Minimum Investment
€250,000
Applies to: Properties converted from commercial to residential use, Listed or protected buildings under restoration.
€500,000 Minimum Investment
€500,000
Applies to high-demand areas, including: Athens and surrounding regions, Thessaloniki, Popular Greek islands, Other designated zones.
The investment must be maintained for the duration of the residence permit to keep the visa valid. The Greece Golden Visa provides residency rights — it does not grant immediate citizenship.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Greece Golden Visa, applicants must:
Be a non-EU / non-EEA national
Make a qualifying real estate investment
Hold valid health insurance covering Greece
Provide a clean criminal record
Demonstrate legal source of funds
Application Process
Processing timelines typically range from a few months, depending on location and documentation readiness.
Investment Strategy
Investment strategy & property selection.
Legal Due Diligence
Legal due diligence and purchase completion.
Application Submission
Submission of Golden Visa application.
Biometrics Appointment
Biometrics appointment in Greece.
Residence Permit
Residence permit issuance.
Key Benefits of the Greece Golden Visa
EU Residence Permit
EU residence permit valid for 5 years and renewable.
Visa-Free Travel
Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area.
No Minimum Stay
No minimum physical stay required to maintain residency.
Family Inclusion
Family inclusion: spouse, children, and dependent parents.
Tangible Assets
Investment backed by tangible real estate assets.
Access to Services
Access to Greece's lifestyle, healthcare, and education system.
How Residency Partners Supports You
Residency Partners provides independent, strategy-driven advisory, not sales-led promotion.
Eligibility assessment and jurisdiction comparison
Investment structuring and property coordination via trusted partners
Application management through licensed Greek professionals
Ongoing support for renewals and long-term planning
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