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Greece residency by investment

Introduction

The Greece Golden Visa residency by investment programme from Prosperous Living Investment (PLI) opens the door to Europe with a property investment starting from €250,000 — a region with a mild Mediterranean climate, ancient civilisation, free public education and healthcare systems, and freedom of movement across 29 Schengen countries.
Prosperous Living Investment (PLI) stands with investors and their families on the journey to owning property and securing residence rights in Greece, with a portfolio of projects carefully selected in high-potential areas. PLI provides comprehensive advice from property selection and legal conveyancing to completing the Golden Visa application, always ensuring strict compliance with the regulations of the Greek government and the European Union.
Introduction to Greece residency by investment

Programme Overview

Net worth

No minimum net worth proof required. You only need sufficient financial resources to complete the property investment.

Experience

No business or management experience required. The programme is open to all non-EU citizens.

Investment

Purchase property from €250,000 EURO (commercial-to-residential conversion or heritage restoration), €400,000 EURO (residential outside Zone A) or €800,000 EURO (Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and islands with a population over 3,100).

Education

No minimum education level required. The programme does not set conditions regarding degrees or professional certifications.

Language

No requirement to prove proficiency in Greek or any other language when submitting the application.

Health and background

Meet health check requirements, provide a clean criminal record certificate, and hold valid health insurance.

Greece Golden Visa Benefits

Freedom of movement
Freedom of movement across 29 countries in the Schengen Area without needing a visa, including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, and many other European countries.
Free education
Children can enjoy free public education from kindergarten to university. Greece also has many reputable international schools teaching in English in Athens.
Healthcare
Access to Europe’s leading healthcare system, including both public and private hospitals. Greece has many international hospitals that provide friendly service to foreigners.
Greece Golden Visa Benefits
Social security
Enjoy the free public healthcare system in Greece, including medical examinations, treatments, and surgeries at public hospitals nationwide.
Freedom of residence
Live and work in Greece without time limits. Investors are free to open companies, conduct business, or manage commercial activities.
Naturalisation pathway
After 7 years of residence, you are eligible to apply for Greek citizenship and own a European passport, allowing visa-free travel to over 180 countries worldwide.

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Programme requirements

Investment level

From €250,000 to €800,000 for various types of property, depending on the client’s needs and financial capacity.

Processing time

Estimated total duration of 6–15 months depending on the property purchasing progress and processing by the Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum.

Residence permit

The residence permit is valid for 5 years and can be renewed indefinitely, provided the property investment is maintained. Applies to the whole family.

Residence requirement

No minimum residence in Greece is required to maintain the permit. Investors can continue to live and work in Vietnam or any other country.

Travel rights

Freedom of movement across 29 countries in the Schengen Area without needing a visa. Right to live, study, and conduct business throughout Greece.

Citizenship roadmap

Eligible for Greek citizenship after 7 years of legal residence. The Greek passport provides visa-free access to more than 180 countries, including the entire European Union.

Golden Visa investment roadmap

Conversion or restoration — from €250,000

Conversion or restoration — from €250,000

Conversion of commercial property to residential, or restoration of heritage buildings, applicable across Greece with an investment level from €250,000.
Residential property outside Zone A — from €400,000 EURO

Residential property outside Zone A — from €400,000 EURO

Residential property with a minimum floor area of 120m² in areas outside Zone A, with an investment level from €400,000.
Zone A — from €800,000

Zone A — from €800,000

Property of at least 120m² in Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and islands with a population of over 3,100, with an investment level from €800,000.

Implementation process

Consultation and selection

Programme consultation, investment needs assessment, and selection of suitable real estate projects from PLI’s portfolio in Greece.

Legal and conveyancing

Open a bank account, obtain a tax identification number in Greece, sign the property purchase agreement before a notary, and complete the payment.

Submit Golden Visa application

Preparation and submission of residence permit applications for the main investor and family members. Total estimated timeframe is 6–15 months.

Receive residence permit

Receive a 5-year Greek residence permit, renewable indefinitely. Enjoy visa-free travel to 29 Schengen countries and begin a new life in Europe.
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Effectiveness

There is no one-size-fits-all here. Prosperous Living builds a personal strategy for each file based on financial capacity, business experience and family goals. That strategic approach makes the best use of time and resources and improves the chance of success.

Transparency

Prosperous Living advises within the law, works to a clear process and keeps up with the latest policy from each host government. Every pathway, cost and risk is explained in detail from the outset, so clients can make their investment decision with complete peace of mind.

Professionalism

The Prosperous Living advisory team works to a standard process, coordinating closely between immigration specialists, legal experts and partners worldwide. From assessment and documentation to post-arrival support, every step is methodical and joined up.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are common questions from clients regarding the Greece residency by investment programme. If you require more detailed advice, please contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The minimum real estate investment threshold depends on the region: €250,000 EURO for commercial-to-residential conversion projects across all regions of Greece, €400,000 EURO for residential property from 120m² outside Zone A, and €800,000 EURO for Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and islands with a population over 3,100. Programme conditions as announced by Ministry of Migration and Asylum of Greece.

Estimated total duration of 6–15 months, depending on property selection and purchase progress as well as processing time by the Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum. Investors can initiate the process remotely via power of attorney without needing to be present in Greece during the initial stage.

Yes. The Greece Golden Visa programme allows the main investor to include their spouse, children under 21 (or up to 24 if they are in full-time education), and the parents of both spouses in the same application. All family members receive a 5-year residence permit, just like the main investor.

No. The Greece Golden Visa programme has no minimum physical residence requirement. Investors only need to maintain their property investment to renew their residence permit every 5 years. To apply for Greek citizenship, investors must have 7 years of legal residence and fulfill the naturalisation requirements under Greek law.

Yes, but long-term rentals of 30 days or more only. Law 5100/2024 prohibits short-term rentals under 30 days for properties used to apply for the Golden Visa. Realistic long-term rental yields are approximately 3–5% per year depending on location.

After 7 years of legal residence in Greece, investors are eligible to apply for citizenship. Applicants must fulfill requirements regarding knowledge of the Greek language, history, and culture. The Greek passport is among the strongest in the world, providing visa-free travel to over 180 countries and allowing holders to live and work in any European Union member state.

No. According to the regulations of the Greece Golden Visa programme, the real estate investment must come from the investor's own funds. Investors are not permitted to use mortgage loans to pay for the property used for the Golden Visa application. Investors must provide proof of the legal origin of their funds when submitting the application.

Service fees depend on the real estate project and the size of the family application. PLI provides a comprehensive consultation service including property selection, legal support for the purchase, preparation and submission of the Golden Visa application, and monitoring of the processing progress. Please contact PLI to receive a detailed quote tailored to your specific needs.