Golden Visa

The Greek Golden Visa

Your Golden ticket to Greece and the EU

The Greek Golden Visa is the most efficient way to obtain a residence permit in Greece and travel without border controls to other Schengen Area countries*. This popular European program has issued over 35,000 residence permits to investors and their families from 2014 until February 2024. By securing a Golden Visa, you will be able to:

- Reside in Greece without any further obligations, except for the initial entry into the country.
- Enter and stay in any other Schengen Area country for up to 90 days per semester.
- Have your family members reside with you, as they will receive a residence permit with the same duration as yours, at minimal administrative fees.
- Earn income in Greece (e.g., rental income).
- Be eligible to obtain a Greek passport after 7 years of residence, under specific conditions.

Only basic supporting documents are required to obtain a Golden Visa, such as your passport, an entry visa, proof of investment in intangible or tangible assets in Greece, and a life insurance and hospital care insurance contract. Eligible investments for a Golden Visa include:

- Investing a minimum of €350,000 in a Special Purpose Mutual Fund.
- Investing a minimum of €500,000 in a Time Deposit.
- Real estate investment ranging from €250,000 to €800,000 (e.g., minimum €800,000 in Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and islands with a population over 3,100 inhabitants, or minimum €400,000 in other locations).

Other options include Greek Bonds, Greek Shares, and special category investments with varying minimum amount requirements. The Golden Visa is valid for 5 years, provided the investment is maintained, and may be renewed every 5 years. It can also be combined with special tax regimes for High Net Worth Individuals (Non-Dom) or Pensioners.