Answers for residence in Greece.
Search practical guidance on the Greek Golden Visa, residence routes, eligibility, documents, family, renewals, mobility and living in Greece.
KNOWLEDGE CENTER
Golden Visa
Eligibility, investment routes, qualifying property, process, documents and ongoing requirements.
Other Residence Routes
Digital Nomad, Financially Independent Person (FIP), family-related routes and how to compare them.
Family & Mobility
Family inclusion, dependants, Schengen travel, residence continuity and long-term planning.
Tax & Practical Residency
Residence-related tax questions, tax residency distinctions and practical formalities.
Citizenship & Long-Term Residence
How residence and citizenship differ, and what long-term residence involves.
Living in Greece
Athens, the Riviera, Thessaloniki and the islands; family life and relocation practicalities.
Residency Updates
Official legal changes, procedural updates and rule changes affecting residence.
Popular questions
Is there a minimum stay requirement?
No. There is no obligation to visit or reside in Greece after your Golden Visa is issued.
What are the main stages of the Golden Visa timeline?
In order: initial consultation and eligibility review, property/investment selection, tax number and bank account setup, signing the purchase or investment contract, document submission, biometrics, and residence card issuance.
Golden Visa essentials
The nine questions most people start with.
- 01What is the Greek Golden Visa?
- 02Who is eligible?
- 03Which investment routes qualify?
- 04How do the €250K / €400K / €800K routes differ?
- 05What documents are required?
- 06Can family members be included?
- 07Do I need to live in Greece?
- 08What are the renewal requirements?
- 09What are the main steps in the process?
Other residence routes
Each route has its own rules and its own legal sources. Browse the route pages for requirements, or speak with our team.
Digital Nomad
Residence for eligible remote professionals.
Financially Independent Person (FIP)
Residence for eligible applicants with independent financial means.
Family & other routes
Family reunification and other legally supported routes.
Compare Residence Options
Compare eligibility, practical requirements and intended use.
Latest residency updates
Time-sensitive legal and procedural developments. Evergreen answers above are updated separately.
How the Golden Visa Application Actually Works, According to the Ministry
Greece's Ministry of Migration and Asylum and its National Registry of Administrative Public Services publish the exact document list for every investment route — real estate, listed buildings, and timeshare. Here's what the official record actually requires.
Read more Dec 17, 2025Housing Shake-Up: What the New Rules Mean for Golden Visa Investors and Airbnb Owners
Greece’s new housing package marks a clear turning point for both Golden Visa investors and short-term rental owners, as the government moves to steer homes away from tourism use and back into the long-term rental market.
Read more Dec 9, 2025A Smarter Path to Residency: Greece Redirects Golden Visa Toward Housing and Urban Renewal
Greece has rolled out major changes to its Golden Visa program, reshaping how foreign investment flows into the country. The reforms are designed to support housing availability and revitalize urban areas.
Read more Oct 13, 2025Greece Introduces Three-Year Tax Break to Boost Long-Term Housing Supply
Greece is introducing a major incentive to encourage real estate investors to re-enter the long-term rental market. A new tax reform, expected to take effect in November 2025, offers a three-year income tax exemption for landlords who…
Read more Jun 12, 2025Greece’s Golden Visa Program Shows Signs of Stabilization Following Years of Record Growth
After experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand, Greece’s Golden Visa program is beginning to show early signs of a slowdown.
Read more Sep 17, 2024New Regulations for Airbnb Owners in Greece
The Greek government is introducing new legislation for short-term rental properties, as announced by Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and Finance Minister Kostis Hatzidakis.
Read moreBrowse all topics
Every question, grouped by topic.
Golden Visa
Eligibility, investment routes, qualifying property, process, documents and ongoing requirements.
Overview & Eligibility
Is there a minimum stay requirement?
No. There is no obligation to visit or reside in Greece after your Golden Visa is issued.
€250K Special Route
What qualifies for the €250,000 real estate route?
The €250,000 threshold applies to two special routes: converting a commercial property into residential use, or restoring a listed/heritage building. It does not apply to a standard residential purchase, which starts at €400,000 outside prime zones.
€400K / €800K Routes
What qualifies for the €400,000 real estate route?
A standard residential or commercial property purchase anywhere in Greece outside the higher-threshold "prime zones" (parts of Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos and Santorini), where the minimum rises to €800,000.
Application Process
What are the main stages of the Golden Visa timeline?
In order: initial consultation and eligibility review, property/investment selection, tax number and bank account setup, signing the purchase or investment contract, document submission, biometrics, and residence card issuance.
Other Residence Routes
Digital Nomad, Financially Independent Person (FIP), family-related routes and how to compare them.
Family & Mobility
Family inclusion, dependants, Schengen travel, residence continuity and long-term planning.
Schengen travel
What is the Schengen 90/180-day rule and does it apply to Greek residents?
The 90/180 rule limits short-term visitors to 90 days of Schengen travel in any 180-day window. Greek residence permit holders are not "visitors" — they can live in Greece itself without limit and use the 90/180 allowance separately for travel to other Schengen countries.
Tax & Practical Residency
Residence-related tax questions, tax residency distinctions and practical formalities.
Citizenship & Long-Term Residence
How residence and citizenship differ, and what long-term residence involves.
Living in Greece
Athens, the Riviera, Thessaloniki and the islands; family life and relocation practicalities.
General information only, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules, thresholds and procedures change and depend on individual circumstances. Last updated: October 2026. Answers are reviewed by our team; a named legal reviewer and review date will be added once confirmed by Greek counsel.