Greece
Greece attracts millions of tourists from across the globe who come to explore their ancient historical sites and the sandy white Mediterranean beaches. Greece is also a member of the European Union and Schengen agreement enabling Greek Permanent Resident Cardholders the opportunity to travel within the European Union.
Greece Residency Overview
The Golden Visa for Greece is one of the most popular investment visa programs in the EU. It is a residence-by-investment visa, issued to non-EU citizens who make a significant contribution to the Greek economy. Greek Golden Visa Law changed on 23.12.2020: You can now apply for the program completely remotely. You or your dependents do not have to enter Greece during or prior to the application process.
Greece Residency
Golden Visa Program, residence by investment program, is the ideal solution for non-EU, EEA, or Swiss nationals seeking the freedom to live, undertake business, and study in Greece, or to travel across the Schengen Area. Greek Golden Visa Program grants a five-year residence permit in exchange for as low as a 250,000 Euro real estate investment in Greece. The Greek Golden Visa allows you and your family to live in Greece. There is no limitation to how long you can stay.
To be eligible for the program, the applicant
- Must be over the age of 18
- Do not have any history of criminal records, in any country in which have lived
- Must make a significant investment in Greece
- Must have obtained health insurance from a company operating in Greece
What are the requirements for the Greek Golden Visa?
To qualify for a Golden Visa for Greece, applicant must make one of the following investments:
- Purchase a real estate property worth at least €250,000
- Sign a lease agreement with a hotel or tourist establishment for at least 10 years
- Make a capital investment of at least €400,000 in a company registered in Greece
- Make a €400,000 investment in Greek government bonds
- Make a €400,000 investment in bonds or shares of real estate investment companies
- Make a €400,000 deposit in a Greek bank
- Make an €800,000 investment in corporate or government bonds
The Greek property market took a big hit in the 2008 financial crisis and suffered for more than a decade. As of 2021, the Greek real estate market is expected to adjust in an upward trend. The Greek government issues the Greece Golden Visa cards valid for a period of five years at a time. Every five years, you are required to renew your residence permit.
How to obtain a Golden Visa?
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