Rank #45

Greece

Southern Europe • UTC+3 • Europe/Athens

Monthly Cost

$1,354

-38% vs USA

Internet

209 Mbps

Mobile Avg

Monthly Cost

$1,354

-38% vs USA

Internet

209 Mbps

Mobile Avg

Golden Visa

For investors who purchase real estate in Greece worth at least €250,000. Offers residency for the investor and their family.

Min. Investment

€250,000

Real Estate

Processing

2–3 Months

Average Time

Validity

5 Years

Renewable

Citizenship

7 Years

Years to Apply

Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

Real estate investment of at least €250,000
Clean criminal record
Health insurance coverage

Required Documents

Valid passport
Proof of investment
Property purchase agreement
Health insurance policy

Residency Rules

Taxation

Investors are taxed on Greek-source income. Worldwide income is taxed if they become tax residents.

Physical Presence

No physical presence requirement to maintain residency.

Advantages

No minimum stay requirement
Access to the Schengen Area
Residency for family members

Disadvantages

High initial investment
Real estate market fluctuations
Limited path to citizenship

Compare with

PortugalGolden Visa

SpainGolden Visa

CyprusInvestment Visa