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Greece

European Residency by Investment Program

 
GREECE

Program Overview

The Greece Golden Visa program offers residency to investors who invest a minimum of €250,000 in real estate, granting visa-free access to the Schengen Area and the opportunity to reside in a culturally rich and economically stable EU country.

 

GREECE

Program Details

Time to Residency

2 – 3 Months

Visa-Free Access

All 29 Schengen Area Countries

Passport Rank

5th in the world

Minimum Investment

€250,000 EUR

Residency Requirements

None

Establishment Date

2013

GREECE

Investment Options

The Greece Golden Visa Program provides multiple investment pathways, including a minimum €250,000 investment in real estate, shares in Greek companies, or capital contributions to Greek-based businesses, granting investors residency in Greece with access to the Schengen Area and potential economic benefits.

Real Estate

1. €250,000 EUR: Invest in specialized real estate projects, such as converting commercial properties into residential use or restoring listed buildings, regardless of size or location.

2. €400,000 EUR: Purchase a single property in Greece with a minimum size of 120 sqm. 3. €800,000 EUR: Invest in properties located in Athens, Thessaloniki, or islands with a population of more than 3,100 inhabitants.

10-Year Lease or Time-Share Agreement

Enter into a lease or time-share agreement for hotel accommodation or furnished tourist residences valued at €400,000 EUR or €800,000 EUR, depending on the investment zone.

Fixed-Term Deposit

Make a fixed-term deposit of at least €500,000 EUR with a Greek credit institution.

Capital Contribution

Invest at least €500,000 EUR in a public limited real estate investment company, a closed-end investment company, or a mutual fund that exclusively invests in Greece, or contribute to a Greek-based company’s share capital increase or bonds.

Government Bonds

Purchase Greek government bonds worth at least €500,000 EUR with a minimum remaining maturity of three years.

Investment in Shares or Bonds

Invest at least €800,000 EUR in shares, corporate bonds, or Greek government bonds traded on regulated markets or multilateral trading platforms.

Mutual Fund or Alternative Investment Fund

Invest at least €350,000 EUR in a mutual fund or alternative investment fund dedicated to Greek investments.

GREECE

Country Overview

Flag

The flag of Greece features nine horizontal stripes alternating between blue and white, symbolizing the sky and sea, along with the purity of the struggle for independence. In the upper left corner, a white cross on a blue field represents the Greek Orthodox faith, reflecting the country’s deep religious heritage.

Coat of Arms

The coat of arms of Greece consists of a blue shield with a white cross in the center, symbolizing the Greek Orthodox religion and the nation’s struggles for independence. The shield is surrounded by two laurel branches, which represent victory and peace, echoing Greece’s ancient history and its fight for freedom.

Greece is one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations due to its historic ruins, beautiful villages, magnificent beaches, and friendly people. Greece’s capital and largest city, Athens, is the country’s most popular city as its history lasts about 3,400 years making it one of the world’s oldest cities.

Greece is certainly one of Europe’s most beautiful and varied countries and is home to hundreds of breathtaking sights, Beautiful scenic villages, quiet beaches, decaying castles. The sun-kissed Mediterranean country offers enough ideal holiday spots to last a lifetime. With over 6,000 islands across the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas, you might spend years exploring Greece’s islands and just scratch the surface. While Santorini and Mykonos are well-deservedly popular tourist destinations, there are a few other Greek islands that will take your breath away.

Country Capital

Athens

Population

11,400,000

Language

Greek

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Exchange Rate

1 USD = 0.9 EUR

Government Type

Unitary Parliament Republic

GREECE

Visa Free Travel List

All Schengen Area Countries:

Austria

Bulgaria

Belgium

Czechia

Croatia

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Estonia

Finland

France

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Greece

Hungary

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Netherlands

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Norway

Poland

Portugal

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Spain

Sweden

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