€250,000
Qualifying conversions
One qualifying property converted to residential use. No 120 m² minimum applies to this route; completion and documentary requirements must be met before application.
GREEK GOLDEN VISA
Your European chapter,
carefully planned.
Understand the investment routes, family benefits and steps toward a Greek investor residence permit.
PROPERTY INVESTMENT ROUTES
Three thresholds.
Distinct requirements.
Overview checked against official guidance on 5 October 2026. Investment thresholds exclude transaction expenses and application costs.
€800,000
Designated locations
Standard property route in Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and islands with over 3,100 residents. Generally one property with at least 120 m² of main space.
€400,000
Other regions
Standard property route elsewhere in Greece. Generally one property with at least 120 m² of main space. Listed-building restoration is a separate specialised route.
Official guidance: Ministry circular, 21 April 2026 · Official conversion procedure
01
A renewable residence permit
A five-year investor permit, renewable while the applicable conditions remain satisfied. It is not citizenship and does not itself grant employment rights.
02
Family inclusion
Eligible spouses or partners, qualifying children under 21 and parents may apply under the programme’s family provisions. Individual relationships and documentation require legal review.
03
Flexible presence
Absence from Greece does not, by itself, prevent renewal. You must retain the qualifying investment and continue to meet the applicable requirements.
EUROPE, CONNECTED
A wider world
within reach.
The Schengen area comprises 29 countries. A valid Greek residence permit supports short visits to other Schengen countries, generally up to 90 days in any 180-day period, subject to travel conditions.
Read the EU travel guidance
INVESTMENT ROUTE CHECKER
Start with
the essentials.
A preliminary property-route screen for an individual adult applicant. It does not determine legal eligibility, assess all exceptions or guarantee approval.
YOUR STARTING POINT
A clearer next step.
Enter your intended investment to compare the main property requirements.
YOUR PATHWAY
A coordinated process,
step by step.
Define your objectives
Discuss your family, budget and intended property use.
Review the property
Check title, permit, conversion status and transaction costs with independent advisers.
Complete the purchase
Agree contracts, document payment and register ownership.
Prepare the application
Assemble identity, property, insurance and family documentation.
Biometrics & decision
Complete the required appointments. The authority assesses the file and issues its decision.
Timing depends on document readiness, property completion, appointments and the competent authority. A 2–6 month marketing estimate is not a commitment or an official service guarantee.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Questions worth asking.
When must the conversion be complete?
Before the visa application. The official procedure also specifies qualifying timing and engineer certification. A suitability assessment or future building permit alone does not establish completed conversion.
Can I rent out the property?
Lawful long-term letting can be considered. For new investments under the current framework, short-term rental restrictions apply, and conversion-route properties cannot serve as a company headquarters or branch. Have a lawyer review the proposed lease; 60 days alone does not certify compliance.
What costs sit outside the investment threshold?
Legal and notarial fees, applicable property taxes, land-registration charges, insurance, application fees, translations and ongoing ownership costs. Request a personalised written budget before committing.
Are approval and returns guaranteed?
No. Residence decisions belong to the competent authority. Property values and income may change. Historical group approval figures and project projections do not guarantee an individual outcome.