The imminent entry into force of Law 5038/2023 on April 1, 2024, has caused concern among people interested in living their dream in Greece, as many changes are occurring in Greek immigration law. In this context, it is stated by several that the residence permit for Financially Independent Persons is being abolished under the new…
If you are a property owner on the island of Skopelos, South Pelion and Magnesia (below you will find the areas in detail), then October 17, 2023, is the start date of the publication of the initial report of the Land Registry data with a deadline of 2 months (or 4 months if you are a…
Buying property in Greece has always been a complicated process, but now with the introduction of e-auctions, it has become simpler. E-auctions is an online auction platform that allows buyers to purchase properties in Greece without the hassle of traditional property buying. This guide will provide you with a brief overview of the process, including…
In a world where digital nomads are increasingly common, it only makes sense that Greece would try to attract this type of traveler. But as has been the case with many countries, the Greek government is wary of letting anyone in who might not leave again. Because of this, getting a digital nomad visa for…
Greece is becoming a top destination for wealthy migrants, as it is expected to welcome 1,200 “millionaire immigrants” this year. This country is among the top 10 preferred countries for high income earners looking for another place of permanent residence, according to data from Henley & Partners, a company that helps wealthy clients migrate. The…
On June 6, 2022 a preliminary report of the National Land Registry was made public. It concerns property owners within the Municipalities of Skopelos (Skopelos, Glossa, Klima), South Pelion ( Argalasti- Metochi- Lafkos- Milina- Promyri- Trikeri), Rigas Fereos, Almyros and Volos (Glafyres- Sesklo- Aidini- Mikrothives). This report has information of the properties and owners, following…
Digital Nomad Visa: Greece’s Tourism Minister, Vassilis Kikilias, has reached an agreement with Visa, a corporation that eases electronic funds and transfers worldwide, for the provision of transaction data between the Ministry of Tourism and Visa, which will help to promote the Hellenic Republic as a favourable destination for digital nomads. The Ministry of Tourism…
The pandemic of 2020 and the new trends it set in motion redefined the investment decisions in permanent residence programs for non E.U. citizens at a global scale. These are the reasons to invest in Greece and apply for a Greek Golden Visa. 1.- Low cost access to European residence program (Golden Visa) Greece has…
Residence permit renewal (investors-golden visa holders, family members of EU nationals, digital nomads etc) for all non-EU nationals will move exclusively online from November 16, as announced by the Migration and Asylum Ministry of Greece (gov.gr). Identification of the user is achieved via mobile phone and email. The communication with the applicant will be conducted exclusively…
The community of Digital Nomads is expanding worldwide at an ever-increasing rate. Greece introduced the Digital Nomad Visa for foreigners who wish to work remotely from Greece (Law 4825/2021). Who is eligible to apply for a Digital Nomad Visa? Third country (non EU) nationals who are either dependent employees or self employed persons, working remotely with…
