Greece Golden Visa
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European Union · Schengen Area · Athens & selected regions

Greece Golden Visa

A renewable Greek residence permit for non-EU investors, with qualifying property routes and access to travel across the Schengen Area.

Assess my eligibility
5-year renewable residenceResidence permitNo minimum residence for renewalPhysical presenceDepends on property and application readinessTypical timingFamily eligibleSubject to current rules

Programme overview

A strategic base for
your next chapter.

A renewable Greek residence permit for non-EU investors, with qualifying property routes and access to travel across the Schengen Area. Final eligibility remains subject to current law, due diligence and approval by the competent authorities.

Five-year renewable residenceSchengen travelNo minimum stay for permit renewal

Key benefits

What the programme
can offer.

Greece Golden Visa lifestyle and investment destination
Residence by investmentAthens & selected regions
Benefit 01

Five-year renewable residence

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 02

Schengen travel

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 03

No minimum stay for permit renewal

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 04

Broad eligible family inclusion

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 05

Potential long-term pathway subject to separate residence and nationality rules

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Qualifying pathways

Investment routes.

We confirm current legal conditions and total costs before you commit to an investment.

01

€800,000 property route

Applies in specified high-demand areas, subject to the current location, property and single-asset rules.

02

€400,000 property route

Applies in other eligible areas, subject to the programme’s current property-size and single-asset conditions.

03

€250,000 special property route

May apply to qualifying conversions from commercial to residential use or restoration of listed buildings under the applicable conditions.

Family inclusion

Plan residence
together.

Relationship, age and dependency conditions vary by programme and are verified individually.

Family planning an international residence journey
A residence strategy designed around family life.
01Spouse or registered partner
02Children subject to age and dependency rules
03Parents of the main applicant
04Parents of the spouse or partner

Eligibility

Core requirements.

Golden residency eligibility file under review
Requirement 01Non-EU/EEA nationality
Requirement 02Completion and maintenance of a qualifying investment
Requirement 03Valid passport and lawful entry requirements
Requirement 04Health insurance coverage in Greece
Requirement 05Clean and verifiable applicant background

Application journey

From assessment
to residence.

  1. 01

    Private eligibility review

    We assess nationality, family structure, objectives, timing and the most suitable qualifying route.

  2. 02

    Investment planning

    The advisory team confirms the route, legal steps, expected costs and required evidence before commitment.

  3. 03

    Due diligence and documents

    Identity, source-of-funds and family documents are prepared, certified and reviewed.

  4. 04

    Complete the qualifying investment

    The approved property, fund, contribution or other eligible investment is completed under local rules.

  5. 05

    Application and biometrics

    The residence application is filed and any required appointment or biometric enrolment is coordinated.

  6. 06

    Residence issuance and renewals

    After approval, permit issuance, family cards, renewals and ongoing compliance are supported.

Document checklist

A complete,
well-prepared file.

Professionally prepared golden residency documents
Document 01Valid passport and recent photographs
Document 02Evidence of the qualifying investment and lawful source of funds
Document 03Police clearance certificates where required
Document 04Health insurance or proof of medical coverage
Document 05Civil-status documents for included family members
Document 06Certified translations, legalisations and application forms

Frequently asked questions

Greece Golden Visa FAQ.

What is the minimum investment for the Greece Golden Visa?+

The property threshold depends on location and the type of qualifying property. Current routes include €800,000, €400,000 and specific €250,000 cases, each with distinct legal conditions.

Do I need to live in Greece to renew the permit?+

The investor permit generally does not impose a minimum physical-stay requirement for renewal, provided the qualifying investment and other conditions are maintained.

Can I travel within the Schengen Area?+

A valid Greek residence permit supports short-stay travel within the Schengen Area, subject to Schengen rules.

Does the programme guarantee Greek citizenship?+

No. Citizenship is a separate process with its own residence, integration and legal requirements.

Last reviewed: 29 July 2026. Regulations and processing practices may change.Official source

A private assessment

Discuss Greece Golden Visa with Baytii.

We will verify the current route and compare it with the strongest alternatives for your goals.

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