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…
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…
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…
Since its implementation in 2014 the Greek Golden Visa Program has been successful in garnering foreign interest from all over the world. The Greek residency program is so well received and in high demand for 2 reasons: 1. It requires the lowest investment in the European Union (€250,000) through real estate purchase and 2. It…
