Initiated in 2013, the Golden
Visa is a Residence Permit
through Investment Activity
This program is targeted for all non-European Union (EU) or
non-European Economic States citizens (EEA). It is one of the
most popular residency by investment programs in Europe
and in the world. By making an investment in Greece, you can
obtain EU residency rights. This can lead to Greek citizenship
for you and your dependents.
Program comparison
Applicants'
requirements
of the golden visa program.
your income.
in the country every year.
Spouse of the main applicant legally married or in civil union.
Children, biological or adopted, of the main applicant or of the spouse, under the
age of 21, unmarried and dependent upon the main applicant or spouse.
Children, biological or adopted, of the main applicant or of the spouse, over the
age of 21, unmarried apply under a 3 year valid family reunification resident
permit that can be renewed indefinitely.
Dependent parents (no age limit) of either you or your spouse/partner. You must
provide documents proving their financial dependency.
Timelines & steps
Following itemized steps and timelines focus on the legal tasks. Investment selection shall be happening simultaneously
in conjunction with our advisor. Note these timelines can vary depending on the client.
& onboarding
Consultation with accredited and leading legal team. The relationship remains confidential.
You will be provided with a list of necessary documentation to be procured in your home country and respective timelines.
Legal team will provide you with Client Agreement (CA) for review and signature. If accepted you will be onboarded and retainer fees are paid.
is obtained
Your legal team will obtain the individual taxpayer number on your behalf
via power of attorney.
A tax number is needed for any interaction with the Greek state such as
opening a bank account and buying investment units, or making an
appointment with a doctor.
document collection
A detailed checklist will be performed, and you will be guided through the
documents' collection stage. Experienced lawyers will prepare all the
required documents along with the residency application and will conduct a
final check of each document for compliance to ensure all requirements are
met. This is especially important to preempt any questions from banks'
compliance teams. We want to eliminate any unnecessary delays and
additional costs.
completion
Complete your required investment in close consultation with your
allocated consultant. Due diligence is performed, documentation is
reviewed and signed once the investment vehicle has been selected. The
investor transfers funds to his or her account in Greece. Legal team
provides support along the process. Investment requirements are fulfilled.
submission
Legal team collects all of the documents and submits an application for the
Greek Golden Residence Permit on your behalf. Residency processing
fees are paid by the investor to Immigration Services.
Greece
After analyzing your Golden Visa pre-application - and assuming
everything is in order - immigration office will require you to schedule a
biometrics appointment. The main applicant and the family will be invited
to present in person biometric data. This screening includes fingerprinting,
taking your photo, and obtaining your signature. Your legal team will
coordinate the dates of the in person meetings and support you along the
process.
and Visa granted
Upon initial approval, your residence permit will be valid for 5 years. Every
five years, you are required to renew your residence permit.
renewal
Once the initial validity period of your Golden Visa Programme ends, legal
team will assist you in the renewal process.
& onboarding
Consultation with accredited and leading legal team. The relationship remains confidential.
You will be provided with a list of necessary documentation to be procured in your home country and respective timelines.
Legal team will provide you with Client Agreement (CA) for review and signature. If accepted you will be onboarded and retainer fees are paid.
is obtained
Your legal team will obtain the individual taxpayer number on your behalf
via power of attorney.
A tax number is needed for any interaction with the Greek state such as
opening a bank account and buying investment units, or making an
appointment with a doctor.
document collection
A detailed checklist will be performed, and you will be guided through the
documents' collection stage. Experienced lawyers will prepare all the
required documents along with the residency application and will conduct a
final check of each document for compliance to ensure all requirements are
met. This is especially important to preempt any questions from banks'
compliance teams. We want to eliminate any unnecessary delays and
additional costs.
completion
Complete your required investment in close consultation with your
allocated consultant. Due diligence is performed, documentation is
reviewed and signed once the investment vehicle has been selected. The
investor transfers funds to his or her account in Greece. Legal team
provides support along the process. Investment requirements are fulfilled.
submission
Legal team collects all of the documents and submits an application for the
Greek Golden Residence Permit on your behalf. Residency processing
fees are paid by the investor to Immigration Services.
Greece
After analyzing your Golden Visa pre-application - and assuming
everything is in order - immigration office will require you to schedule a
biometrics appointment. The main applicant and the family will be invited
to present in person biometric data. This screening includes fingerprinting,
taking your photo, and obtaining your signature. Your legal team will
coordinate the dates of the in person meetings and support you along the
process.
and Visa granted
Upon initial approval, your residence permit will be valid for 5 years. Every
five years, you are required to renew your residence permit.
renewal
Once the initial validity period of your Golden Visa Programme ends, legal
team will assist you in the renewal process.
Required documents
You will know exactly what documents to get and when.
- Power of Attorney signed in front of Greek Consulate or Greek Notary.
- True copy of passport certified by Greek Consulate or Greek Lawyer.
- Greek Tax Identification Number (TIN).
- Public document proving the country of tax residency, stating the relevant Tax ID Number (TIN).
- Public document (municipality, tax authorities etc.) from the country of residency attestijng current home address abroad.
- Utility Bills (e.g. water bills, electricity bills, mobile/landline bills) proving:
Current home address abroad;
Mobile telephone number. - Recent Documents proving:
Current profession;
Annual income;
Business address;
Business telephone. - Recent documents proving the existence of funds sufficient to cover total investment:
Bank statement showcasing two years of history with enough balance to cover the investment (from the bank account that will be used to transfer the funds to Greece);
Reference letter from the client’s bank. - Additional information:
All documents must be issued in past three months, translated to English and public documents must be duly certified and apostilled. - Legalizing the documents implies the following:
By means of an Apostille if the documents are issued from a country that belongs to the Den Hague Convention, or by having the documents attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Greek Embassy or Consulate in the country of issuance.
- A valid passport recognized by Greece with at least two blank pages and issued within the previous ten years (original or full passport true copy).
- Certificate of family status including all family members that will apply.
- Proof of applicant’s city of birth (not country or region) in case it is not shown in your passports or the family status certificate.
- Additional information:
In case your country does not issue a family certificate, you will need a public document from your country proving that your country only issues marriage and/or birth certificates. In that case, you can replace the Certificate of Family Status with marriage certificates for spouses and birth certificates for descendants or/and ascendants.
All documents must be duly certified and apostilled in past six months.
All documents must be translated into Greek language.
- Proof of investment.
- Paid governments fees and stamp duty taxes.
- Health insurance covering all applicants.
- Passport type biometric photos for all applicants (4 printed photos and digital files).
Golden Visa admin costs and fees
age and health condition