Greece — Golden Visa & Real Estate Investment
- Greece Golden Visa
- Real Estate Investment
- EU Residency
- Property Strategy
Programs Available in Greece
Real Estate–Linked Golden Visa
Greece is one of the last major EU program offering a direct path to residency through real estate investment, following Spain's closure in April 2025 and Portugal's removal of the property route in 2023. The program grants a five-year renewable residence permit with no minimum stay requirement and full family inclusion.
Investment thresholds as of 2026:
- €800,000 in prime zones such as Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, and Santorini
- €400,000 in all other regions of Greece
- €250,000 for commercial-to-residential property conversions and historic property restoration
Key Highlights:
- Five-year renewable permit, no minimum stay required
- Long-term rental income permitted. Short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb are explicitly prohibited and carry a fine
- Path to Greek citizenship after 7 years, subject to physical presence and language requirements
- Processing time: approximately 6 to 9 months
- Full family inclusion: spouse, children up to 21, and parents of both applicant and spouse with no age limit
- A 7% flat tax regime is available for qualifying non-domiciled new residents for up to 15 years on all foreign-sourced income
INGWE manages the full process, from property selection and due diligence to visa approval and renewal.
International Real Estate Investment in Greece
Greece’s residential property market has seen sustained price growth over recent years, and for investors whose primary objective is real‑estate performance rather than residency, the country offers strong fundamentals: constrained supply, growing demand, a recovering economy, a thriving tourism sector, and among the highest rental yields in Southern Europe.
Rental demand is also quite strong, with roughly 27–30% of the population renting nationally and a higher share in major cities such as Athens and Thessaloniki, according to recent market estimates.
INGWE identifies and executes high-potential property acquisitions across Greece through its network of vetted local developers and legal professionals, coordinating the full purchase process for non-resident investors and families.
Why Greece With INGWE
Strong fit for combined property and residency discussions.
Relevant for Europe-focused investors comparing jurisdictions.
Supports INGWE’s integrated investment-and-mobility positioning.
Works well with discovery-trip and real-estate service cross-sells.
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