Greece Golden Visa

Live, Invest & Travel Freely Throughout Europe & Greece With A Golden Visa

From €250,000

Real Estate Investment

3-4 Months

Time to Residency

Yes

Travel to Schengen Zone

What Is The Greece Golden Visa?

The Greece Golden Visa Program is one of the most accessible and flexible residency-by-investment pathways in the European Union. Introduced in 2013, it allows non-EU or EEA nationals to obtain a five-year renewable residence permit through qualifying investments in Greece, most commonly in real estate.

In addition to granting legal residency in Greece, the Golden Visa offers visa-free access to all 27 Schengen countries. It is also a stepping stone to permanent residency and ultimately Greek citizenship after seven years of continuous legal residence.

At Property Connect, we provide expert end-to-end support including identifying eligible properties, structuring your investment, overseeing the application process and managing renewals. Whether your goals are lifestyle, legacy or strategic mobility, Greece offers unmatched flexibility, lifestyle advantages and a compelling gateway to Europe.

Investment Options

Property Investment From €250,000 in Select Locations

Investing in residential real estate is the most popular pathway to obtaining a Greece Golden Visa, with minimum investment requirements based on the property’s location. In high-demand areas, such as the entire Attica Region (including Athens and Piraeus), Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and all islands with populations over 3,100, the minimum investment is €800,000 in a single residential property of at least 120 square meters.

In all other regions of Greece, the minimum investment is €400,000 for a similar property type. A lower threshold of €250,000 applies in special cases, including the conversion of commercial properties into residential use before visa issuance, or the purchase of protected buildings provided full restoration is completed prior to the first residence permit renewal. Properties in high-demand zones may face short-term rental restrictions. Further, investments may be made individually or jointly, as long as each party meets the required minimum.

alternative investments starting from €350,000 (non- residential)

Applicants may also qualify for the Greece Golden Visa by investing in approved financial instruments. This includes a minimum €500,000 investment in shares of Greek-registered companies (excluding developers), government bonds issued by the Hellenic Republic or time deposits held for at least 12 months with Greek banks.

Alternatively, eligibility can be obtained with a minimum investment of €350,000 through participation in Greek-based mutual funds or listed Real Estate Investment Trusts. All investment options must adhere to Greek financial regulations and be carried out through authorized institutions.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Greece Golden Visa, applicants must provide:

A valid passport with at least six months remaining
A clean criminal record
National identity documents from their country of birth or residence
Official birth certificates
Proof of address
Supporting documents such as education and work history or CVs

Important note: All nationalities are eligible to apply except citizens of Russia and Belarus.

Key Benefits

Visa-free travel throughout the 27 Schengen countries
Residence permits typically issued within 3 to 4 months
No requirement to live in Greece to maintain the visa
Option to include spouse, children up to age 21 and dependent parents
Eligibility for Greek citizenship after seven years of legal residency
Attractive tax schemes for non-domiciled individuals