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Greece Golden Visa

Greek residence for your family through qualifying real estate investment — amounts depend on location and property type. No minimum stay is required to maintain the permit; Schengen travel is subject to short-stay rules.

5 years Renewable Residence Permit
From €250k Investment (Zone-Dependent)
No minimum stay To Maintain the Permit
Investment From €250k
Stay to keep permit None
Schengen travel Short-stay rules apply
Family included Yes
Permit validity 5 years (renewable)
Investment

From €250,000

From €250,000

The Greece Golden Visa grants a renewable Greek residence permit when you make a qualifying real estate investment.

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Investment Thresholds

Qualifying Investment Amounts

€250,000 Qualifying conversions and restorations

Anywhere in Greece — location does not change this threshold.

Property requirements

  • Single property only.
  • No minimum floor area (the 120 m² rule does not apply).
  • Commercial-to-residential: main areas converted from commercial, professional, industrial or other non-residential use to residential; the change of use must be completed before the residence permit application is filed.
  • Listed buildings: restoration or reconstruction of a building classified as preservable or heritage.
  • For conversions, the change of use must be approved under the rules in force after 5 April 2024.
€400,000 Standard residential purchase — €400,000 areas

All areas of Greece not covered by the €800,000 threshold below.

Geographic scope

  • Mainland Greece outside the Region of Attica and the Regional Unit of Thessaloniki.
  • Islands with a population of 3,100 inhabitants or fewer at the latest census.

Property requirements

  • Single residential property only.
  • Minimum 120 m² of main areas.
€800,000 Standard residential purchase — €800,000 areas

High-demand areas specified in Article 100, as amended.

Geographic scope

  • The Region of Attica.
  • The Regional Unit of Thessaloniki (Central Macedonia).
  • The Regional Unit of Mykonos (South Aegean).
  • The Regional Unit of Thira / Santorini (South Aegean).
  • Any other island with more than 3,100 inhabitants at the latest census.

Property requirements

  • Single residential property only.
  • Minimum 120 m² of main areas.
  • Standard purchases (€400,000 and €800,000) must be in a single property. Undivided co-ownership is permitted where each co-owner's share meets the applicable minimum value.
  • The €250,000 conversion or restoration route can be used once per property. If you later sell to another non-EU investor, that buyer must meet the €400,000 or €800,000 threshold for a standard purchase.
  • Storage units and parking spaces bought in the same contract, in the same building, count towards the investment amount but not towards the 120 m² minimum.
  • For applications under the current regime, the full purchase price must be paid before the residence permit application is submitted.
Program Overview

What to Know

Qualifying investment

A qualifying real estate purchase in Greece: €250,000 for a commercial-to-residential conversion or a listed-building restoration, otherwise €400,000 or €800,000 depending on the region, at 120 m² minimum.

Family included

Spouse, children under 21, and dependent parents may be included in one application.

No minimum stay

No physical presence requirement to maintain your residence permit.

Long-term rentals only

Short-term rentals (e.g. Airbnb) are not permitted. Long-term leases may be allowed.

Key Benefits

Why Choose the Greece Golden Visa

A qualifying property purchase can lead to a Greek residence permit for you and eligible family members. Under current rules, the programme typically offers:

Greek residence permit

A 5-year renewable Greek residence permit when you complete a qualifying property investment and your application is approved.

Eligible family inclusion

Spouse, children under 21, and dependent parents can typically be included in the same application — subject to current immigration rules.

Schengen travel

Travel within the Schengen Area with your Greek residence permit. Short stays in other Schengen countries are generally limited to 90 days in any 180-day period.

No requirement to permanently relocate

You are not required to live in Greece full time. No minimum stay is required solely to maintain or renew the residence permit.

Renewal while conditions continue

The permit renews in 5-year periods for as long as you maintain the qualifying investment and meet the current renewal requirements.

Application Process

How It Works

1

Free Consultation

We discuss your goals, family structure, and eligibility for the Greece Golden Visa.

2

Program Planning

We explain investment requirements, documentation, and the steps ahead.

3

Legal Coordination

Licensed Greek legal partners support due diligence and compliance where required.

4

Investment & Documentation

You complete the qualifying investment with full documentation for the authorities.

5

Visa Application

We help prepare and coordinate your Golden Visa application for you and your family.

6

Residence Permit

Receive your permit and ongoing support for renewals and family additions.

Why Ionian Horizon

How We Work With You

Selected Developer Projects

Direct access to qualifying Golden Visa properties from selected developers — with current availability, floor plans, and price lists.

Programme Guidance

Clear support on Greece Golden Visa eligibility, investment tiers, documentation, and application steps.

Tailored Advice

Every family's situation is different. We shape guidance around your goals, timeline, and residency needs.

Ongoing Support

Support from your first enquiry through purchase coordination, application, approval, renewals, and family additions.

Legal Support

Greek Legal Support

Licensed attorneys in Greece

We coordinate with independent licensed Greek attorneys for Golden Visa applications, due diligence, and residence permit matters. Legal review is arranged before submission to the authorities.

  • Golden Visa application filing
  • Investment due diligence
  • Tax registration (AFM)
  • Bank account opening support
  • Permit renewals & family additions
Licensed Greek Immigration Law
Golden Visa Properties Developer Project Access Licensed Legal Coordination Confidential Enquiries
FAQ

Common Questions

A Greek government residence-by-investment program. When you make a qualifying real estate investment, you can receive a 5-year renewable residence permit for you and eligible family members. This is general information — not legal advice.

It depends on location and property type under Article 100 of Law 5038/2023, as amended by Law 5100/2024. €250,000 for a qualifying commercial-to-residential conversion or listed-building restoration anywhere in Greece. €800,000 for a standard residential purchase in the Region of Attica, the Regional Unit of Thessaloniki, the Regional Units of Mykonos and Thira (Santorini), and on any other island with more than 3,100 inhabitants at the latest census. €400,000 for a standard residential purchase everywhere else. Standard purchases require a single property with at least 120 m² of main areas. Rules change — we help you confirm what applies to your case.

Yes — your Greek residence permit allows travel within Schengen member states without a separate visa for each country. Short stays in other Schengen countries are generally limited to 90 days in any 180-day period. You have the right to live in Greece as your country of residence.

Yes. We work directly with selected developers in Greece and offer qualifying investment opportunities starting from €250,000. Our advisors can provide current availability, floor plans and price lists.

No. Golden Visa properties cannot be rented via short-term platforms. Only long-term leases (typically 6+ months) may be permitted under current rules.

Timelines vary depending on documentation, investment completion, and application volume at the authorities. We guide you through each step and keep you informed — we do not guarantee a fixed processing time.

Yes — spouse, children under 21, and dependent parents can typically be included in one application.

No. There is no minimum physical presence requirement to maintain or renew your Golden Visa residence permit, as long as you keep the qualifying investment.

Possibly, after seven years of legal residence — but citizenship has separate requirements including language tests and integration criteria. Holding the Golden Visa permit alone, without actually living in Greece, does not count toward citizenship.

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