Quick answer
The Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा requires a minimum investment of €400,000+. Government processing typically takes 3–6 months. A spouse and dependants can usually be included in one application. There is no minimum stay requirement.
At a glance
- Minimum investment
- €400,000+
- सरकारी न्यूनतम राशि, आधिकारिक लागतों से पहले।
- Processing time
- 3–6 months
- पूरी फ़ाइल जमा होने के बाद सामान्य समय।
- Visa-free destinations
- 186
- बिना पूर्व वीज़ा वाले गंतव्य। पहुँच बदल सकती है।
- Family inclusion
- Yes
- आवेदन से पहले देखें कि कौन से परिवारजन पात्र हैं।
- Residency requirement
- No minimum stay
- स्थिति बनाए रखने के लिए देश में न्यूनतम समय।
Official sources: Increase of the minimum real estate investment for the golden visa (accessed 1 अक्टूबर 2026); Golden visa (listed real property): initial issuance (accessed 1 अक्टूबर 2026); Permanent golden visa (change of use): initial issuance (accessed 1 अक्टूबर 2026); Greece adjusts golden visa program (accessed 1 अक्टूबर 2026); Residence permits for investors (golden visa) (accessed 21 अक्टूबर 2026)
Last reviewed 1 अक्टूबर 2026 by Citizen Sure editorial team
Figures are pending review by a qualified adviser. Always confirm current rules with the official source before investing.
Service fees are not shown here: your adviser prepares a written quote for your family and route. Government and due diligence fees are paid to the authority.
The Greece Golden Visa route grants a residence permit to investors who make a qualifying investment and meet the eligibility and background-check requirements. It is designed for families who want a lawful base in Greece while keeping their existing nationality. Key facts at a glance: minimum investment from €400,000+; typical processing time 3–6 months; stay requirement: no minimum stay; travel document access to 186 destinations without a visa in advance. Spouses and children can usually be included, subject to the programme's dependant rules. Every application is reviewed against source-of-funds and source-of-wealth evidence, police records and international screening databases. Preparing clean, certified and translated documents up front is the single biggest factor in avoiding delays. Programme rules, investment thresholds and government fees change frequently. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice — confirm the current requirements with a qualified adviser before you commit funds.
Is this programme right for you?
The Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा tends to suit applicants when most of these apply.
- You can commit at least €400,000+ to a qualifying investment
- You can plan around a processing time of 3–6 months
- You want your spouse and children in the same application
- You do not plan to live there full time
Investment options
Official minimums for each qualifying route. Government and third-party costs are listed as estimates and change with family size.
Who is eligible
- Main applicant aged 18 or over
- Clean criminal record and successful due diligence checks
- Lawful, documented source of funds
Residence permit for real estate investors under Law 4251/2014, articles 20 and 20B. The official page sets no minimum stay in Greece. On renewal the property must still be owned by the applicant and copies of all passport pages used during the last permit are required.
What the authority asks for
- Completed residence permit application form
- Four recent passport photos, also supplied in digital form
- Certified copy of a valid passport with a valid national visa
- Private health and accident insurance policy
- Notary certificate for the property purchase or lease contract
- Certificate of encumbrance from the land registry or cadastre
- Proof of registration of the property with the land registry
Family members
- Spouse or partner
- Children under 18
- Adult children in full-time study
Timeline
Typical steps from first call to approval.
Eligibility assessment
We review your goals, family profile and source of wealth, and confirm which investment options fit.
Documents and due diligence
We prepare certified, translated documents and pre-screen the file against the government's checks.
Investment and submission
You complete the qualifying investment through regulated channels and the application is filed.
Approval and issuance
After approval, permits or passports are issued and we plan renewals and next steps with you.
Official fees on the Migration Ministry page: a 2,000 euro electronic fee on renewal and 16 euros to print each residence permit card. Your adviser confirms the initial application fees for your family.
Documents checklist
The core documents most applicants prepare. Your adviser gives you the complete list for your nationality and family.
- Valid passport for every applicant
- Birth and marriage certificates
- Police clearance from countries of residence
- Proof of address
- Source of funds and source of wealth evidence
- Bank reference letters
- Medical certificate and health insurance where required
- Certified translations and apostilles
Benefits
Lawful residence
A residence permit in Greece for you and your family.
Light presence rules
Stay requirement: no minimum stay.
Family inclusion
Spouses and children can usually be included in one application.
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Visa-free and visa-on-arrival destinations
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Some tax regimes may apply depending on your residence.
General information only, pending review by a tax adviser. Your tax position depends on where you are resident, not only on your new status.
नवीनीकरण और नागरिकता का मार्ग
जब तक आप निवेश बनाए रखते हैं, परमिट तय अंतराल पर नवीनीकृत होता है। स्थायी निवास या नागरिकता राष्ट्रीय कानून के तहत, आमतौर पर लंबे निवास और एकीकरण शर्तों के बाद, मिल सकती है।
प्रतिबद्ध होने से पहले आधिकारिक स्रोत से वर्तमान नवीनीकरण शर्तें पुष्टि करें।
Pros and cons
Strengths
- Five-year residence permit
- The property is an asset you keep
- No minimum stay is stated on the official procedure pages
Things to weigh
- Minimums rose in 2024 to €800,000 in the main markets and €400,000 elsewhere
- Short-term letting of the property is not allowed
- The permit does not give the right to work
जोखिम और ड्यू डिलिजेंस
कोई भी राशि भेजने से पहले इन बातों की योजना बनाएँ।
- मुख्य आवेदक और वयस्क आश्रितों की पृष्ठभूमि और धन स्रोत की जाँच होती है।
- आवेदन अस्वीकार हो सकते हैं, और कुछ निवेश विकल्प वापसी योग्य नहीं हैं।
- सीमाएँ, नियम और वीज़ा मुक्त पहुँच कम समय में बदल सकते हैं।
- केवल लाइसेंस प्राप्त एजेंटों के साथ काम करें और संपत्ति या फंड के स्वामित्व की स्वतंत्र जाँच करें।
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How it compares
| Programme | Minimum investment | Processing time | Visa-free destinations | Residency requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा | €400,000+ | 3–6 months | 186 | No minimum stay |
| Portugal गोल्डन वीज़ा | €500,000 | 6–8 months | 186 | 7 days/yr |
| UAE गोल्डन वीज़ा | AED 2,000,000 | 7–10 working days (Dubai) | 180 | No minimum stay |
| Malta निवेश द्वारा नागरिकता | Closed (2025) | 12–14 months | 186 | 12 months |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum investment for the Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा?
The official minimum is €400,000+. Government, due diligence and third-party costs are extra and depend on family size.
How long does the Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा take?
Government processing typically takes 3–6 months once a complete application is filed. Preparing documents usually adds a few weeks.
Can I include my family?
Yes. A spouse and dependent children can usually be included; some programmes also accept dependent parents.
Do I need to live there?
No minimum stay is required to obtain or keep the status.
Do I get my investment back?
It depends on the route. Contributions are not refundable. With property, bond, deposit or fund routes you keep the asset and can usually sell or redeem it after the holding period.
Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा धारक कितने गंतव्यों पर बिना वीज़ा जा सकते हैं?
वर्तमान प्रकाशित आँकड़ों के अनुसार 186 गंतव्य। पहुँच बदल सकती है, यात्रा से पहले जाँच लें।
क्या Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा मुझे कर निवासी बनाता है?
केवल यह स्थिति आपको कर निवासी नहीं बनाती। यह इस पर निर्भर है कि आप कहाँ रहते हैं और हर देश के नियम क्या हैं, इसलिए स्वतंत्र कर सलाह लें।
क्या Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा से नागरिकता मिल सकती है?
जब तक आप निवेश बनाए रखते हैं, परमिट तय अंतराल पर नवीनीकृत होता है। स्थायी निवास या नागरिकता राष्ट्रीय कानून के तहत, आमतौर पर लंबे निवास और एकीकरण शर्तों के बाद, मिल सकती है। प्रतिबद्ध होने से पहले आधिकारिक स्रोत से वर्तमान नवीनीकरण शर्तें पुष्टि करें।
Greece गोल्डन वीज़ा आवेदन में कौन सी जाँचें होती हैं?
मुख्य आवेदक और वयस्क आश्रितों की पृष्ठभूमि और धन स्रोत की जाँच होती है। आवेदन अस्वीकार हो सकते हैं, और कुछ निवेश विकल्प वापसी योग्य नहीं हैं।
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