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Residency & Golden Visas
Secure Greek residency through the Greece Golden Visa program by investing in real estate or capital. Enjoy Schengen travel, tax benefits, and a pathway to citizenship.
About Greeceنبذة
The Greece Golden Visa program, enacted under Law 4146/2013, provides non-EU investors with a renewable five-year residency permit through qualifying investments in Greece. The permit allows visa-free travel across the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any six months and can be renewed indefinitely in five-year increments. Investors can choose between real estate and capital investment options to qualify. The program also extends to immediate family members, including spouse, children up to 21, and dependent parents. Greece offers a unique combination of rich history, scenic islands, vibrant cities, and a robust economy, making it an ideal destination for investors seeking both lifestyle and opportunity.
No minimum stay requirement to maintain residency.
Foreign income not taxed; only Greek-sourced income is subject to tax.
Ability to rent out investment property for income.
Pathway to citizenship after 7 years with 183-day annual residency and Greek language proficiency.
Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area.
Greece at a glance
Population
10.4 million
Capital
Athens
Language
Greek
Currency
Euro
Time zone
Eastern European Time (EET)
Climate
Mediterranean
Investment routesطرق الاستثمار
The processكيف نعمل
Month 1: Select investment, sign agreements, pay reservation if applicable, complete KYC, legalize POA, obtain Greek tax number.
Month 2+: Collect documents, sign SPA via POA if abroad, transfer funds, finalize property ownership, prepare Golden Visa application.
Months 3–10: Submit application, provide biometrics.
Post-Approval: Receive residency permit; XIPHIAS provides post-landing support and local registrations.
Permanent Residency & Citizenship: Apply after 5 years for permanent residency or 7 years for citizenship (183-day annual stay + Greek language proficiency).
Eligibilityالمتطلبات
What it takes to qualify.
Must be a non-EU investor.
Make a qualifying investment in Greece (real estate or capital).
Transfer investment funds from abroad and cover all government fees.
Provide necessary documents for all applicants.
Attend scheduled appointment in Greece for biometrics.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
Greece, answered.
The minimum investment starts at €250,000 for eligible real estate or commercial property conversion.
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