Residency by Investment in

Greece

Benefit of Greece Residency Program

Greek residents can spend up to 90 days out of 180 in any Schengen country without a visa.

Golden Visa applicants are not required to take exams in Greek language, history, or culture.

Residence permits are granted to the investor’s family, including the spouse or registered partner, children, and parents

Investors may rent out their properties on long-term leases. The average yield on Greek properties is 3—5% per annum.

Maintaining ownership of the investment is mandatory when extending the residence permit. The property can be sold after the residence permit expires or upon acquisition of citizenship, which is possible 7 years later.

The residence permit allows the holder to visit Greece anytime, even when the borders are closed to tourists.

Relocating to the country is a right, not an obligation; renewing the residence permit only requires maintaining the investment. However, to be eligible for citizenship in Greece, one must spend at least 183 days per year in the country.

The Golden Visa is valid for 5 years and can be renewed an unlimited number of times.

Foreign nationals can obtain citizenship in Greece if they have spent at least 183 days per year in the country for 7 years. Applicants must demonstrate they have no criminal record or deportations and pass a written exam on the Greek language, culture, history, geography, and governance.

Greece allows its citizens to hold multiple passports. There is no need to renounce previous passports unless required by the country of first citizenship.

If foreign investors become Greek tax residents, they can use benefits. The investor pays a flat tax on their global income — €100,000 per annum. The investor’s close relatives can also take advantage of the benefit and pay €20,000 per annum.

Without the exemptions, the global income tax is levied on a progressive scale of up to 45%.

Residents of Greece can get medical treatment or education in this country. Also, they can use their right to visit other Schengen countries visa-free to take short courses or visit clinics.

The Greece permanent residence permit program allows non-EU families, including dependent children up to age 21 and the parents of both spouses, to secure permanent residency in Greece within three months with a real estate investment of €250,000. This is the most competitive permanent residency scheme in Europe.

Permanent residency in Greece grants visa-free travel to Schengen zone countries for up to 90 days every six months. It also ensures a secure future with a second home. Recent legislative changes now allow permanent residency holders to apply for Greek (EU) citizenship. This program offers families the freedom to live, access excellent education and healthcare, and travel effortlessly within the EU.

 

Investment options in Greece

Greece offers investors nine options for getting a residence permit by investment. Four of them are related to the purchase or rental of real estate

OPTION 1

Real estate purchase — €250,000+

The minimum investment depends on the property location:

€500,000 in the northern, central, and southern parts of Athens, the southern suburbs of Athens, Thessaloniki, and on the islands of Mykonos and Santorini;

€250,000 in all other regions.

The investor can buy all types of properties, including residential, commercial, housing land, and agricultural land as an individual or through a legal entity.

Not sure which investment option suits you?

Navigating the world of Residency by Investment programs can be challenging. Whether you’re considering relocating to Europe or tax optimization, our team of experts is here to help you make informed decisions tailored to your unique needs.

Who is eligible for Greece Residency

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