Golden visa in Greece
Your direct pathway to permanent residency

Greece offers one of the most attractive residency by investment programmes in European Union. The Greek Golden Visa Programme grants five-year renewable residence permits to non-EU nationals who invest in Greek real estate. It provides a pathway to European residency, lifestyle benefits, and long-term opportunity.

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As of 2024, the programme features updated investment thresholds based on property location:

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• €800,000 — For properties in high-demand areas such as central Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and other urban centers with populations over 3,100 residents.

• €400,000 — For properties in less populated or non-urban regions across mainland Greece and the islands.

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Alternative Investment Routes:

• €500,000 in Greek government bonds

• €500,000 fixed-term deposit with a Greek bank

• €500,000 in capital contribution to eligible Greek businesses or funds

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Processing Time

• Application process typically takes 3–6 months

• Property purchase and legal due diligence can be completed in parallel

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Golden Visa holders are not automatically tax residents in Greece. However, if they spend more than 183 days in the country or relocate their center of vital interests, they may be considered tax residents and subject to local taxation (with options to opt for favorable non-dom tax regimes).

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Greece’s Golden Visa combines real estate opportunity, lifestyle freedom, and strategic access to the European Union. It's an ideal option for investors seeking asset diversification, global mobility, and a Mediterranean way of life.