The possibility of increasing the investment limit for foreign citizens under the “Golden Visa” program to even 800,000 euros was left open by Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, during his speech at the “Prime Minister’s Hour” in parliament. Specifically, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis referred to the possibility of a new increase in the investment threshold…
The next four months will be months of investment fever for the real estate market. Thousands of sales in the most popular areas of the country and within the framework of the “Golden Visa” program must be completed by April 30, 2024 at the latest, in order for foreign investors to avoid the increase of…
In the context of successfully implementing the Golden Visa program and taking into consideration the requirements of foreign investors, Greece has expanded this program. It has introduced a more flexible and expedited process for non-EU/EEA citizens who intend to acquire a residence permit (Greek Golden Visa) through intangible investments in Greece, specifically in the form…
Suspension, of examination and issuance of pending renewal applications and submission of renewal applications for residence permits of Russian/Belarus citizens, is lifted. However, the suspension of submission and approval of new residence permit applications is maintained until further notice. By decision of the Minister of Migration and Asylum, Mr Notis Mitarakis, the suspension of the…
When it comes to buying property in Greece, it’s essential to seek the advice and assistance of a qualified lawyer. Greece has a complex legal system, and there are many legal issues that can arise when buying property. A lawyer can help you navigate the legal and administrative procedures involved in purchasing property and ensure…
Writing your last will and testament in Greece is an important step in making sure your wishes are respected after you are gone. It is important to understand the laws that govern wills in Greece, as well as the process of writing and registering your will. Knowing the requirements of a valid will in Greece…
Greece will increase the minimum price of the property bought, to grant eligibility for a Golden Visa, to 500,000 euros in certain parts of the country, according to an amendment entered for vote in the Greek Parliament on Wednesday December 21st 2022. The new minimum price will be applicable to the North, Central and South Sector…
The General Secretariat of Immigration Policy has started the new process of electronic submission of applications for the granting of initial residence permits to citizens of third countries. In particular, from Wednesday, November 16, 2022, all applications for the initial granting of residence permits for citizens of third countries are submitted exclusively through the electronic…
FT includes the Greek economy in an article on Monday September 26th entitled “The seven economic wonders of a worried world”, noting that “In periods of gloom like this one, when commentators see nothing but faults in most countries, it is worth highlighting the few that defy the prevailing pessimism. Here are seven that stand…
* Details on how to acquire a Digital Nomad Visa available here According to Greek law (4251/2014) by decision of the Secretary General of the Decentralized Administration, a residence permit in Greece (Digital Nomad Visa) is granted for two (2) years to a third country national, provided a) she/he has received a special entry visa…
