Greece Citizenship by Investment:
A gateway to european residency
Gorgeous Greece
Greece, with its year-round sunny weather, stunning beaches on both the mainland and surrounding islands, is not just a holiday destination but can become your paradise home. The Greek Golden Visa program, launched in 2013, is a residency-by-investment initiative designed to help Greece recover from the 2008 financial crisis.
Benefits of the Greek Golden Visa
Excellent Access to Education:
One of the most affordable real estate residency-by-investment programs, with a minimum investment of EUR 250,000.
Profitable Investment Opportunities:
Investing in one of the top tourist destinations globally offers real opportunities for healthy returns in this active real estate market.
EU Access European Residency:
The Golden Visa grants permanent residency and access to the wider EU, including the possibility of obtaining a second passport with full EU citizenship rights*.
Schengen Zone Access
Travel Freedom:
The Golden Visa allows travel throughout the entire Schengen zone without additional visas or permits.
Quick Processing:
Achieve permanent residency status in just three months.
Travel the World
Global Mobility:
This European passport is valid for ten years, facilitating travel to 171 countries without hassle.
Pathway to Citizenship
*To use the Greek Golden Visa as a pathway to citizenship and an EU passport, applicants must:
- Reside in Greece for at least 183 days every year for seven years.
- Become a tax resident in Greece and pay taxes on worldwide income.
- Meet a language requirement of B1 level Greek and pass a civics exam covering Greek history, society, and culture.*
Admissibility criteria
To apply for the Greek Golden Visa program, you must meet the following criteria:
Nationality:
Be a third-country national, not a citizen of an EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
Age:
Be over 18 years old.
Criminal Record:
Have a clean criminal record.
Insurance:
Have full medical insurance covering yourself and any dependents.
Due Diligence:
Pass a due diligence check in line with international anti-money laundering regulations.
Eligible Family Members:
Spouses
Direct Descendants:
Children of the spouses under the age of twenty-one.
Direct Relatives:
Ascending relatives of the spouses.
Investment options
Choose from four investment routes for the Greek residency program:
Real Estate Investment:
Minimum investment of EUR 250,000, with potential increases in the future.
Government Funds:
Purchase government funds valued at EUR 400,000.
Real Estate Investment Firms:
Acquire shares in real estate investment firms worth EUR 400,000.
Venture Capital and Private Equity:
Invest in shares of a venture capital firm, private equity firm, or mutual fund, each requiring EUR 400,000.
About Greece
Welcome to one of the world’s sunniest destinations, boasting over 250 days of sunshine annually and attracting around 20 million tourists each year. Tourism constitutes approximately 20% of Greece’s GDP, the highest percentage among industrialized countries.
Cultural Richness Museums:
Greece ranks top in the world for the number of archaeological museums, with 110 in total.
Archaeological Sites:
Discover remarkable collections of antiquities at the Acropolis Museum, National Archaeological Museum in Athens, and sites like Delphi and Olympia.
Economic Overview Service Sector:
85% of Greece’s economy is based on the service sector, with tourism and merchant shipping as key industries.
Merchant Marine:
Greece has the largest merchant marine globally, covering 16% of the world’s total capacity.
Olive Production:
Producing 2.2 million metric tons annually, Greece is the third-largest olive producer worldwide, after Spain and Italy. Some olive trees planted in the 13th century continue to bear fruit today.
For more detailed information, contact The Immigration Office for a free, confidential assessment tailored to your needs.
