Greece Permanent Residency Program

Greece Permanent Residency Program

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Overview : Greece

The Greek government grants permanent residency through real estate investment to individuals who wish to purchase real estate or make a strategic investment in the economy

The capital of Greece, Athens, is located on the southern tip of the Balkan Peninsula, and shares borders with Albania to the northwest, North Macedonia and Bulgaria to the north, and Turkey to the northeast.

Captial : Athens
Official language : Greek
Currency : Euro
Airport  : The Athens International Airport
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Minimum Investment

€ 250,000 EUR

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Visa free travel

187 Countries

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Global passport index

8th

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Required Residency

No residency requirement

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Taxation

No taxes on external income

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Processing Time

6 – 8 Months

What Are the Costs Involved in Obtaining the Greece Permanent Residency Program?

€ 250,000 minimum amount through real estate investment.
1% plus VAT legal fees for purchase.
€ 3,500 for the family plus VAT legal fees for accommodation.
1.2% Notarization contract.
Approximately 0.5% Land Registration.
3.09% Transfer Tax.
EUR 500 per adult residence issuance fee.

Greece Permanent Residency Program benefits :

Freedom to travel without a prior visa within the European Union and Schengen countries.
Residency permits are valid for 5 years, renewable if the property is retained.
Residency includes spouse, children up to 21 years old.
You no need to reside within Greece
You and your family have the right to European residence for life
Benefit from world-renowned and leading healthcare systems in the European Union.
Applications are available for all nationalities.
Ease of opening bank accounts and expanding investments around the world.
You can legally acquire a new nationality quickly and simply.
You can renew your residency every 5 years
Permanent residency is valid as long as the investor owns the property.
Greece Permanent Residency Program

Required Documents for Greece Permanent Residency Program :

Below are the documents and requirements you need when applying for your first (initial) permanent residence permit as an investor.

Application Form: Fill out and sign the official residence permit application form.
Passport Photos: 4 recent digital passport-size photos, saved on CD in JPEG2000 format, following guidelines (background, lighting, size).
Passport Copy: Certified copy of valid passport or accepted travel document, including valid national visa.
Residence Permit Card Fee: Pay €16 for printing the electronic card and the additional online application fee (e-paravolo).
Health Insurance: Private health insurance in Greece covering all medical and safety risks.
Proof of Property Purchase or Lease
Property Encumbrance Certificate: Certificate from Land Registry/National Cadastre confirming no debts, mortgages, or claims.
Leased Hotel/Tourist Accommodation: Notarial lease agreement showing €250,000 full payment, EOT operating license, and Land Registry registration proof.
Land Purchase and Construction: Purchase and construction contract filed with Tax Office, building permit in your name, and invoices/receipts from contractor.
Timeshare Investment: Contract for at least 5 years showing annual payment, Land Registry registration proof, and EOT certificate confirming notification.

Please Note : If property Purchase (€250,000+): Notary certificate confirming buyer/seller details, property info, payment completion, and that property was not previously used for a residence permit.
If purchase < €250,000 but value ≥ €250,000: Notary confirms full payment, final contract, and official property value ≥ €250,000.

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