Standard Investment Zone
Applies to the highest-demand areas: the entire Attica region (including Athens), Thessaloniki, the islands of Mykonos and Santorini, and 32 other named islands and municipalities.
From€800,000
Golden Visa Program
Greece residency.
It is located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, with the longest coastline in the Mediterranean and over 200 inhabited islands.
Time to Residence Permit
4-6 Months
Schengen Area Country
Yes
Family
Applicant, Spouse, Children and Parents
Residency
About Greece.
It is located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, with the longest coastline in the Mediterranean and over 200 inhabited islands. The country enjoys a Mediterranean climate, beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, mountain ranges, extraordinary lagoons of Messolonghi, Gialova, Porto, and many more. A member of the European Union since 1981, Greece is a democratic and developed country with a good quality of life and a very high standard of living. At the crossroads between east and west, it is a superb business location with the capital, Athens, providing access to both international business and travel. Greece is home to a population of around 11 million. The official language is Greek, and English is the most widely spoken foreign language.
The Greece Golden Visa offers investors and their families a fast and flexible residency route, granting access to the Schengen Area and long-term European mobility through property investment.
Requirements
Eligibility & requirements.
Everything you need to qualify for Greece's Golden Visa program.
Eligible Family Members
- Main applicant must be a non-EU resident
- Spouse
- Children up to 21 years of age
Due Diligence Requirements
- Clean criminal record
- Sufficient funds and health insurance to cover the applicant's stay
- No previous Schengen visa refusals
Minimum Stay & Other Requirements
- No minimum stay requirement to maintain the residency permit
- Permit renews every 5 years provided the investment is retained
Investment
Investment options.
Additional government, notary, and legal fees typically add approximately €15,000, plus applicable property VAT.
Not sure which investment zone applies to you?
Speak with a Global Pass advisor about the qualifying investment thresholds and available properties in Greece.
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Greece at a glance.
Continent
Europe
Capital
Athens
Population
Around 11 Million
Total Area
131,957 KM2
Geographical Nature
Peninsula & Islands
Official Language
Greek
GDP
USD 200 Billion
Currency
Euro
Greece could be your gateway to the EU.
Every applicant's situation is different. Talk to a Global Pass advisor about how this program fits your goals.
Book a Free ConsultationLifestyle
Life in Greece.
Greece offers a steady, familiar way of living for investors who choose to spend time in the country, with the freedom to enjoy a Mediterranean setting at their own pace.
Quality of Life
Greece offers an excellent quality of life, combining affordable living costs with a Mediterranean climate that delivers sunshine for most of the year. Fresh, organic food is widely available, supporting a healthy lifestyle, and English is widely spoken, making it easy for residents to integrate and feel at home.
Healthcare
Private healthcare in Greece is well regarded, with major hospitals in Athens and Thessaloniki offering specialist care and efficient appointment times. English is widely spoken among senior medical staff, and Greece is consistently ranked among the healthiest nations in the world.
Education
Athens is home to more than a dozen recognized international schools offering American, British, and IB programs. These schools attract families from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, creating a familiar and supportive community for internationally mobile households.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
The questions applicants ask most often about Greece's Golden Visa program.
Investment thresholds depend on location: €800,000 in Attica (including Athens), Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and 32 other named areas; €400,000 elsewhere; or €250,000 for qualifying commercial-to-residential conversions or listed-building restorations, where available. Government, notary, and legal fees typically add a further €15,000, plus applicable property VAT.
Technically, yes, after seven years of residency.
No. There is no minimum stay requirement. Permits are issued for five years and can be renewed every five years, provided the qualifying investment is retained.
The Greece Golden Visa typically takes 4 to 6 months to process, though timing can vary depending on application volume and the individual case.
Applications are open to non-EU nationals generally. However, applicants from certain countries — including Iran and Russia — may face banking-related restrictions that affect their ability to transfer investment funds to a Greek bank, due to international sanctions. Global Pass can advise on a case-by-case basis.
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Greece news & insights.
Stay informed on the latest updates to Greece's Golden Visa program.
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