Greece Residence Permit
Still with €250,000 investmentCONVERTED PROPERTY:
€250,000
NEW PROPERTY:
from €400,000
TIME:
6-8 Months
VISA-FREE:
Schengen
Greece Golden Visa
Greece Golden Visa is an excellent choice for European residency through a real estate investment. Starting from September 2024, the Greek government has decided to change the type of real estate investment options but still preserve a cost-effective residency at just 250.000€: Apartments will be developed from secondhand buildings that are to be or have been converted into residential. We convert various excellent properties in Athens that are eligible for Golden Visa.
What are the main benefits of a Greek permanent residency?
Route to Greek citizenship
Thanks to the recently voted amendments to the Citizenship Code, the years fulfilled by the Golden Visa are taken into consideration. After 7 years, you can apply for a Greek passport.
Profitable and safe Investment
You can make a good deal with a reasonable investment. We offer you a wide variety of Greek converted properties for €250,000 eligible for Greek golden visa.
Whole Family
Your children up to the age of 21 can also be included. Your parents and your spouse's parents are also eligible.
Free travel in Europe
Greece is part of the Schengen zone, allowing you to travel freely throughout Europe without the need for a Schengen visa.
How to get a Golden Visa in Greece
We help you find the best Greek properties
CONVERTED PROPERTY from €250,000
Apartments will be developed from secondhand buildings that are to be or have been converted into residential. We offer various excellent properties in Athens that are eligible for Golden Visa.
HOTPROPERTIES from €800,000
If you want to buy a new or second-hand residential unit in popular areas, you have to invest at least €800,000. The property must have a main living surface of at least 120 sqm.
PROPERTIES from €400,000
If you want to buy a new or second-hand residential unit outside of the popular areas, you have to invest at least €400,000. The property must have a main living surface of at least 120 sqm.
What are the requirements
of getting a Greek PR (Golden Visa)?
Main Applicant
- Good character
- Clear criminal record
- Enough money to invest
Spouse
- Marriage certificate
- Good character
Minor Children
- Dependent children below the age of 18
Children up to 21
- Financially dependent
- Not married
Parents/Grandparents
- Parent/grandparents
- Parent/grandparents of the spouse
How It Works?
The Greek permanent residency application (golden visa) can only be submitted as soon as the property purchase has been completed successfully. That said, the first step towards the Golden Visa, is to choose and acquire the title of a property.
STEP 1
Property Selection
Once a property is identified, our lawyers will proceed with completing a Private Reservation agreement with an engagement deposit (10% of the agreed purchase price).
STEP 2
Paperwork
We need your Power of Attorney to legally represent you (and your family). We arrange for you to have a Tax ID and represent you in front of all Bodies and Authorities required to conclude the sale of the estate and sign the final contract on your behalf.
STEP 3
Purchase Price Transfer
You must transfer the balance of the property price and the expenses relating to the Property purchase.
STEP 4
Greek Golden Visa Application
We proceed to submit your Golden Visa applications.
STEP 5
Visit Greece
Biometrics submission should be done personally in Greece. You and your family must travel to Athens for one single day to submit biometrics. It takes roughly six months for the permanent residence cards to be issued.
YEAR 7
GREEK PASSPORT
Citizenship application may be lodged following 7 years of Greek residency.
Introducing Greece
The sunny side of life
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Where is Greece?
Greece is located at the crossroads of three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa. One can reach any of these continents within one hour of flying.
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Why Greece?
Greece offers a unique blend of beautiful Mediterranean landscapes, remarkable history and culture, and people of great hospitality who are fierce guardians of their tradition. Greece is synonymous with natural beauty. You find crystal clear blue waters and hidden picturesque islands. You can enjoy the sun on white sandy beaches and climb hills with pine trees and olive groves. Although Greek cities are modern, you can visit traditional villages with stone houses on the mainland and beautiful white-blue cottages on the islands. Greece has something to offer for every taste and is waiting for you to discover it.
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Why Athens?
Moving to a new city, especially abroad, can be both exciting and frightening. However, when it comes to Athens, the challenges are considerably lower. This is mainly due to its multifaceted and multicultural identity, open-minded culture, and friendly, easy-going lifestyle. Athens is currently undergoing a transformation into a more resilient, thriving future. The City of Athens is creating a toolkit to help people live, work, study, invest, have fun, or find a quiet place in the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a Golden Visa?
Yes. A golden visa is a nickname for residency by investment. Greece offers permanent residency by investment, a golden visa.
What is the difference between Greek permanent residency and Greek citizenship?
Only citizenship gives you the right to apply for a passport and be a European Union citizen. In contrast, temporary or permanent residence allows you to stay in Greece and freely travel legally in the Schengen zone. See our video: 5 Myths About Permanent Residency in Europe
Is Greek property investment a good idea?
Following an economic recession, Greece has embarked on an extensive reform effort, which is set to improve investor confidence and attract new business. At this time of recovery, the Greek real estate market offers unique investment opportunities for individuals and businesses wishing to access property in Europe at highly competitive prices.
Can I work in Greece or Europe with a Greece Golden Visa?
In no case does the Greek Golden Visa) provide access to any type of employment in Greece or Europe. However, you can be a shareholder, a Chief Executive Officer or a Board Member of a Greek company.
Which family members can be included in my application?
According to Greek immigration law:
- Spouse/partner with whom the investor is married or has concluded a civil partnership contract in Greece,
- Children who are under 21 years old when the original application is submitted and until they can benefit from the program, till their 24th birthday,
- Parents and in-laws of the main applicant (wife’s / husband’s parents).
Should I pay tax after my property in Greece?
Yes, there is annual property tax and rental income tax (if you decide to rent your property).
Can I live with my Greek residence card in any European country?
No. You can settle down and live in Greece only. Please note that a permanent residence permit does not give you the right to live, settle, or work in ANY European country. It is the same as any other residence permit. If you have a German residency, you can live in Germany only but not in the Netherlands or the UK.
Does Greece offer citizenship by investment program?
No. Greece offers residency by investment option only.
What are the requirements to get Greek citizenship?
- You should be over the age of 15;
- You have been permanently residing in Latvia for not less than the last 7 years with a permanent residence permit, and you can prove it with documents;
- You can speak the Greek language;
- You have a legal source of income.
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