A complete 2026 breakdown of Greek visa, residence permit, and citizenship fees including the popular Greek Golden Visa.
Overview
Greece operates an attractive immigration system through the Ministry of Migration and Asylum and local Aliens and Immigration Departments. The headline programme is the Greek Golden Visa — non-EU investors get 5-year renewable residence for EUR 250,000+ real estate (some areas EUR 800,000+ from August 2024). Other major routes: Digital Nomad Visa (launched September 2021, EUR 3,500+/month income), Financially Independent Person (FIP — EUR 2,000+/month passive income), Employment/Investor, Family Reunification. Greek citizenship after 7 years legal residence (3 years for spouses of Greek citizens) + B1 Greek + Citizenship Test. Greece allows dual citizenship. Greek tax: progressive 9-44% with specific non-dom regime for pensioners (7% flat on foreign income) + Investor flat tax regime. The Greek Golden Visa was reformed in August 2024: thresholds increased to EUR 800,000 in Attica + Thessaloniki + popular islands, EUR 400,000 in other locations (was EUR 250,000 everywhere). This guide details every fee, verified against migration.gov.gr and aade.gr.
Major Greek Visa Fees (2026)
| Visa | Description | Application Fee | Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Visa — Tier 1 (high-demand areas) | Real estate in Attica/Thessaloniki/Mykonos/Santorini/Paros/popular islands | EUR 2,000+ | EUR 800,000+ property (since Aug 2024) |
| Golden Visa — Tier 2 (other Greece) | Real estate elsewhere | EUR 2,000+ | EUR 400,000+ property |
| Golden Visa — Other investments | Government bonds, deposits | EUR 2,000+ | EUR 250,000-500,000+ depending on type |
| Digital Nomad Visa | Remote workers | EUR 75 application + EUR 1,000 residence permit | EUR 3,500+/mo income |
| Financially Independent Person (FIP) | Passive income | EUR 75 + permit fees | EUR 2,000+/mo passive income |
| Employment Visa | Employer-sponsored | Variable | Job offer |
| Investor Visa (non-Golden) | Specific investments | Variable | Various criteria |
| Family Reunification | Spouse/child of Greek resident | EUR 150+ | Sponsor income |
| Student Visa | Greek institution | EUR 90+ | Acceptance + funds |
| Greek Citizenship by Naturalisation | After 7 years | EUR 700+ | B1 Greek + tests |
Golden Visa — The Headline Investment Route
- 5-year renewable residence: Renewable indefinitely; no physical presence requirement.
- Tier 1 (since August 2024): EUR 800,000+ property in Attica (Athens area), Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Athens islands (specific high-demand areas).
- Tier 2: EUR 400,000+ property elsewhere in Greece (was EUR 250,000 before 2024 reform).
- Other investment routes: EUR 250,000+ Greek government bonds, EUR 400,000+ time deposits in Greek banks, EUR 800,000+ shares in Greek listed companies.
- Family rights: Spouse + minor children + parents of both spouses can be included.
- EU residence + Schengen: Free travel within Schengen.
- Path to Greek citizenship: Available after 7 years residence (3 if married to Greek).
Greek Digital Nomad Visa
- Launched September 2021: First Mediterranean DN visa.
- Requirements: EUR 3,500+/mo income from non-Greek employer/clients. Health insurance. Apostilled documents.
- Application fee: EUR 75.
- Residence permit: 1 year + renewable + family rights.
- Tax benefit: Greece's non-dom regime — 7% flat on foreign income for new residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the Greek Golden Visa cost?
EUR 400,000+ property in most of Greece; EUR 800,000+ in Attica/Thessaloniki/popular islands (since August 2024 reform). Plus EUR 2,000+ application fees + legal/notary fees + Greek tax obligations.
Has the Greek Golden Visa threshold changed?
Yes — August 2024 reform. Thresholds increased: EUR 800,000 in Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, and other high-demand areas. EUR 400,000 in other locations. Was EUR 250,000 everywhere before 2024.
What is the Greek Digital Nomad Visa?
Launched September 2021. Remote workers earning EUR 3,500+/month. 1-year residence permit + renewable. Health insurance required. EUR 75 application + permit fees.
What's the Financially Independent Person visa?
FIP — for self-funded retirees + passive income earners. EUR 2,000+/month passive income (pensions, investments, rental income). 1-year renewable.
How long until Greek citizenship?
7 years legal residence (3 years for spouses of Greek citizens). Plus B1 Greek + Citizenship Test + good character + intent to live in Greece.
Greek tax?
Progressive 9-44%. Non-dom regimes: 7% flat on foreign income for new residents; Investor flat tax. Major incentives for foreign HNWIs.
Dual citizenship?
Yes — Greece allows.
Greek Citizenship Test?
Required for naturalisation. Greek language + culture + history + government. B1 Greek minimum.