Greece Golden Visa Rules

Own a Home in Greece. Travel Europe.

A qualifying property investment gives you and your family a five-year, renewable Greek residency card, free movement across the Schengen Area, and no requirement to live in Greece to keep it.

From €250k Qualifying Investment
5 Years Renewable Residency
0 Days Minimum Stay Required
3 Generations Family Covered
Why Greece

Europe's Last Major Residency-by-Investment Property Programme

With Spain and Portugal closing their property routes, Greece is now the leading EU country where buying real estate can still earn you residency.

Syntagma Square in Athens

Schengen Freedom

Travel visa-free across the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Visa-Free Travel

Your Whole Family

One investment covers your spouse or partner, children under 21, and the parents of both spouses.

3 Generations

No Residency Obligation

Keep your residency card without living in Greece — use it as a second home, a plan B, or a future base.

0 Days Required

A Real European Asset

Your investment is property you own, with the option of long-term rental income in Euros.

Education & Healthcare

Residents can access Greek schools, universities, and healthcare facilities.

Path to Citizenship

Those who move to Greece can apply for citizenship after seven years of residence, subject to language and culture requirements.

The Investment

Three Property Thresholds, Set by Location

Depending on location and property type, qualifying investments start from €250,000.

Bustling City Street in Greece
Special Projects Anywhere in Greece
€250,000

Converting a commercial building to residential use, or restoring a listed heritage building.

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Rest of Greece Mainland & Smaller Islands
€400,000

All other regions — including mainland Greece, the Peloponnese, and islands with 3,100 residents or fewer.

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Prime
Prime Locations High Demand Hubs
€800,000

Attica (including Athens), Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and any island with more than 3,100 residents.

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One Property, 120 m²+ At the €400k and €800k tiers, the investment must be a single residence of at least 120 m².
No Short-Term Letting Airbnb-style rentals are not allowed. Long-term leases are permitted.
Traceable Funds Payment must come through a bank account in your name, with proof of where the money came from.
Other Routes Available Non-property options — qualifying funds, bonds, and startup investment — are also available.
Taxes & Fees

Estimated Transaction Costs

Estimated summary of property transaction costs based on minimum investment levels.

Item€250,000 Property€500,000 Property
Minimum Property Investment€250,000€500,000
Property Transaction Tax (3.09%)€7,725€15,450
Property Legal Fees (1% + 24% VAT)€3,100€6,200
Property Notary Fees (1% + 24% VAT)€3,100€6,200
Cadastral Office Stamp Duty (0.6%)€1,500€3,000
Golden Visa State Fee (~€2,000 main + €166 per dependent/spouse)~€2,000+~€2,000+
Golden Visa Processing and Legal Fee€10,000€10,000
Total Estimate€277,425+€542,850+

Medical insurance of €100 per applicant applies additionally. All figures are estimates; contact us for a full personalised quote.

From First Call to Residency Card

How It Works

01

Eligibility Call

We review your goals, budget and family, and confirm the right route for you.

02

Choose Your Property

We shortlist qualifying homes and a lawyer carries out full legal due diligence.

03

Complete the Purchase

Get a Greek tax number and bank account, transfer funds and sign — remotely, by power of attorney if you prefer.

04

Receive Your Residency Card

One short trip to Greece for biometrics, then your five-year residency card is issued for each family member.

Free Eligibility Check

See If the Golden Visa Is Right for You

Answer five quick questions so we can prepare a personalised recommendation before we speak. It takes under a minute. Your details are kept confidential and never shared.

This page is a general summary of the Greek Golden Visa rules as of November 2026 and is not legal or tax advice. Investment thresholds and conditions are set by Greek law and may change; every application is assessed individually.