Greece Residency by Investment Program
The Golden Visa for Greece is one of the most popular investment visa programs in the EU. It is a residence-by-investment visa, issued to non-EU citizens who make a significant contribution to the Greek economy. There are several investment options, but the most common route is through purchasing real estate worth at least a quarter of a million. Golden Visas issued by the EU Member States such as Greece are especially coveted, as they may eventually lead to citizenship and thus access to the EU. The Greece Golden Visa offers immediate five-year residency to the investor as well as their immediate family members, as well as free travel in the Schengen Zone.
Benefits at a Glance
Visa-free Travel
Discover visa-free travel to hundreds of countries around the world
Citizenship for Entire Family
Your family and dependents can become citizens along with you
Flexible Terms
The terms required to become a citizen are flexible and hassle-free
No Residency Requirements
Being physically present in the country isn't required to become a citizen
Dual-Citizenship Possibility
No need to exit your current citizenship
Stable Economy
High standards of living and ideal conditions to start a business.
Tourisitic Location
Live in ideal weather and in touristic cities
World-Class Education System
Excellent academic institutions will be available to you and your family.
Citizenship Requirements
No Criminal Record
Applicants need to be clean of sanctions and other serious crimes
18 Years of Age
Main applicant must be at least 18 years old and have legal capacity to act
Source of Funds
Main applicant must be in a position to prove the source of funds
Clean Bill of Health
Applicants must be in good enough health for the application process
Visa-Free Access to Schengen Zone
Gaining visitor visas to travel to Europe and the Schengen zone has become problematic from many countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Once your Greek residence permit is granted, you and your family members will enjoy visa-free travel to the Schengen Zone for 90 days within any six-month period, including Germany, Spain, Italy, France and more.
Your Spouse and Children Can Become Citizens with You
If you decide to become a Grenadan citizen, you don’t need to submit separate applications with separate payments for your spouse and children. You can include any dependent within your family to your own application as long as they fit the criteria specified by the Grenadan government. Spouse, children under 30, unmarried siblings aged 18 and over, parents, and grandparents of any age of the main applicant and of the spouse can be included in your citizenship application. Your citizenship is also transferable to new spouses and future generations.
Lowest Cost of Residence in EU
If you choose to become a Montenegrin citizen today, you’ll automatically become an EU citizen when Montenegro becomes a full member in 2025; this will entail many benefits to Montenegrin citizens including the ability to live and work anywhere within Europe, along with other benefits. Montenegro already employs the Euro as its official currency, consequently having a more stable economy compared to its Balkan neighbours.
Residency isn't Required for Citizenship
There are no requirements to live in Greece for any duration in order to gain or renew the residence permit.
Greece Investment Options
Greece offers a couple different pathways to citizenship: real estate purchase, capital contribution or bond purchase are all valid options for residency.
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| Property Investment | Capital Contrubition | Bonds, Equity Interests |
|---|---|---|
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Purchase a real estate with a minimum valu of €250,000,
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Contributing at least €400,000 worth of capital by purchasing shares in equity capital increases or bonds, | Purchase of government bonds worth €400,000, |
| 10 year lease agreement, | Contributing at least €400,000 worth of capital to a real estate investment company, | Purchase of €800,000 worth of stocks or corporate bonds, |
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A 10-year time-sharing agreement for hotel accommodation. |
Make a capital contribution of at least €400,000 to a closed-end investment firm or mutual fund to purchase shares. |
Purchase of €400,000 worth of mutual fund units. |
Citizenship Application is Short and Rapid. You are Ready with BeCitizen Global
BeCitizen’s expert team will assist you in choosing the right option for your custom needs. We will list properties suitable for the required investment as well as bonds and equities that fit your needs. Our team will collect the required documents and examine them for missing or risky points that might jeopardize your application.
As we submit your application together, you will be given a letter enabling you to legally reside in Greece for up to a year. It usually takes the government around two months to examine applications and inform the applicant of the result. Once your application is approved, you will be asked to transfer the funds and complete the investment of your choice.
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