€250K-800K real estate (depending on region). Still available!
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Take the Visa Wizard → Browse PropTren Map →The Golden Visa (Real Estate) is one of Greece's primary residency routes for investors and high-net-worth individuals. €250K-800K real estate (depending on region). Still available!
This visa is designed for non-EU citizens. No income threshold — investment-based pathway.
After 5 years on this visa, you qualify for permanent residency in Greece. Citizenship becomes available after 7 years of continuous residence.
Optional 7% flat tax for retirees (Article 5B).
Holders pay a flat 7% rate.
Important: Retiree pensioners can opt for 7% flat tax on global income for 15 years.
Greek tax number — required for any property purchase
Notary, taxes (~10% on top of price)
Through Greek immigration
Renewable indefinitely with maintained investment
Article 5B — 15-year tax incentive
Need to spend 6+ months/year for citizenship path
The total cost of obtaining the Golden Visa (Real Estate) ranges from €7,000 to €18,000, depending on lawyer choice, document translation needs, and country-specific fees.
Yes — the Greece Golden Visa allows family members to be included as dependents.
The Greece Golden Visa is renewable and leads to permanent residency after 5 years of continuous legal residence in Greece.
Citizenship is available after 7 years, subject to language exam (typically A2-B1) and integration interview.
This pathway is therefore valuable not only for relocation but as a long-term route to EU citizenship and freedom of movement across the Schengen area.
€800,000 real estate in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini (raised 2024). OR €400,000 real estate in other regions (raised 2024). OR €250,000 commercial conversion. OR €500,000 in Greek bonds/funds. Available to non-EU/EEA citizens.
No income requirement — this is an investor pathway requiring capital investment instead.
Optional 7% flat tax for retirees (Article 5B). Flat tax rate of 7%. Retiree pensioners can opt for 7% flat tax on global income for 15 years.
Typical processing time is 60-120 days from submission. Plus 2-6 weeks for document preparation beforehand. Account for additional time at consulate appointments and post-arrival residency permit processing.
Application fee: €2,000. Lawyer assistance (recommended): €5,000 on average. Total: €7,000-€18,000 including all fees, translations, and apostilles.
Yes — after 5 years of continuous residence under this visa, you qualify for permanent residency. Citizenship is available after 7 years.
Yes. Spouse income requirement is typically covered. Each child adds 0% to the income threshold.
Threshold raised in 2024: €800K in Athens/popular islands (was €250K). Property purchase costs ~10% (transfer tax 3.09%, VAT, notary, lawyer). Citizenship requires 6+ months/year residency (visa doesn't)
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