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Golden Visa is issued for the following types of investments:
According to the new article 64 of Law 5100/2024, in relation to the Residence Permit by Investments in Real Estate, to obtain a Golden Visa that is a residence permit of five (5) years for citizens of third countries, non- EU citizens, the following rules apply:
In Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos and Santorini and in the islands with a population of more than 3,100 inhabitants, the minimum value of Real Estate Property, the investor should purchase and own, increases to 800,000 euros.
In the rest of the country, the minimum investment, value of real estate is 400,000 euros.
The investment must be made in one property, not in several smaller properties, of at least 120 sq.m.
The purchase of an undivided joint ownership interest is allowed.
Third-country nationals who will invest or pay a 10% deposit of the total Real Estate’s purchase price, until August 31, 2024, can complete their investment until December 31, 2024 with the previous minimum investment value conditions (250k – 500k) that were valid until 1-1-2024.
For buildings that currently have a commercial use and are converted into residences, or industrial properties that will be converted to be habitable, or a building that is in need of restoration, the minimum investment amount is set only at 250,000 euros. The conversion of use, or the restoration, accordingly, must be completed before submitting the request for the residence permit (golden visa).
Other types of Investments for granting a Golden Visa are the following:
• Capital contribution, in the amount of four hundred thousand (400,000) euros at least, to a company which has its headquarters or establishment in Greece.
• Investment in funds from 3 to 100 million euros in infrastructure projects or in Greek companies, with the creation of 150 jobs.
• Capital contribution, in the amount of four hundred thousand (400,000) euros at least, to a Real Estate Investment Company.
• Purchase of Greek Government bonds, with an acquisition value of at least four hundred thousand (400,000) euros and a remaining duration at the time of purchase, at least three (3) years, through a credit institution established in Greece, which is also the custodian.
• Term deposit of at least four hundred thousand (400,000) euros.
The third-country national investor may be accompanied by the members of his/her family to whom, at their request, an individual residence permit is issued.
DIGITAL NOMAD VISA
A Digital Nomad Visa gives the right to non EU nationals to legally reside in Greece for one year. Digital Nomad Visa can be renewed.
Who can obtain a Digital Nomad Visa ?
Non EU nationals that are either employees or self employed and they are digitally working with employers and clients outside Greece using internet and communication technologies. The digital nomads can be accompanied by their family members to live in Greece.
Eligibility Criteria :
The digital nomad must have sufficient resources, at least 3,500 euros per month. The three and a half thousand euros per month should be the minimum net monthly income of the applicant.
The income of the digital nomad can derive either from dependent employment or independent provision services.