Advantages
This residence permit is suitable for those who have a stable income in their home country, have no intention to work in Greece and do not want to be tied to a particular country. First of all, we are talking about businessmen, entrepreneurs, potential investors, as well as members of their families.
A residence permit in Greece for financially independent persons is issued for 2 years, with the right to be multiply renewed every 3 years. The main condition is confirmation of financial independence, which Greece estimated at 2,000 euros per month + 20% for a spouse + 15% for each child.
Like others, this category of residence permit gives you the right to permanently reside in Greece and to freely move throughout the Schengen area.
Mandatory conditions
- Minimum age of 18
- No criminal record
- Verified source of income
- Rental agreement for 1 year
RESIDENCE PERMIT FOR FAMILY MEMBERS
NO OBLIGATION OF PERMANENT RESIDENCE
CHOICE OF TAX STATUS
ELIGIBILITY FOR CITIZENSHIP
Stages of obtaining a residence permit in Greece
Duration - about 2 weeks.
Such documents include: a tax return from your country of residence, documents confirming income from the rental of real estate you own, income from participation in a business or entrepreneurial activities, a certificate of employment, or other documents evidencing the legal source of funds.
Duration - about 2 weeks.
To obtain a visa an application along with the list of supporting documents are submitted to the Greek consulate of your country, including information certifying availability of the required income and its origin.
Duration - about 2 weeks.
Once visa is requested, you must receive a tax number in Greece, or AFM.
Duration - about 2 weeks.
The next step is to open an account in a Greek bank for the funds to be transferred.
Duration - about 2 weeks.
The last step before residence permit issue is submission of documents to the Department of Migration. At this stage your personal presence will be needed for the fingerprinting procedure. Once application is submitted, a blue certificate (μπλε βεβαίωση) will be issued, granting you the right to stay in the country until the residence permit is finalized.
Duration - about 2 weeks.
Finally, you will receive a residence permit for 2 years, which will allow you to enjoy life in Greece and to freely travel throughout the Schengen countries.

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Founded in 2002 we have been dealing with real estate market for many years and have strong understanding of the local market. We focus only on high-quality cottages, villas and apartments. Whether searching for recreation, permanent residence, investment or obtaining a residence permit - our experts will understand your needs and help you find the right property.
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Residence permit in questions and answers
Residence permit for property owners
purchase amount
children and parents
without compulsory residence
when buying property from us
Greece offers the most affordable way to obtain a residence permit in Europe. When buying a property in Greece from 250.000 €, you will become an EU resident with the right of visa-free entry to 26 European countries - members of Schengen Agreement. The main advantages of the program:
- residence for 3 generations at a time: spouses and their children under 24, as well as parents of both spouses
- no requirements to minimum period of residence
- fast handling of formalities - in just 2 months
- opportunity to apply for Greek citizenship after 7 years of residence.