Country Highlights
Capital
Athens
Population
10.64 mn (2021)
Language
Greek
Currency
Euro
Exchange Rate
1 USD = 0.92 €
Government Type
Unitary parliamentary republic
Global Ranking
5th
Time to Citizenship
3-6 Months
Minimum Investment
€ 250,000
Type of Investment
Real estate
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Benefits
- Global Ranking: The Greek passport is ranked the 5th most powerful passport in the world.
- Efficient Processing: Investors can secure their residence permit within 3-6 months from the date of application submission.
- International Mobility: Enjoy visa-free travel to the EU and Schengen countries, provided that the applicant acquires the Golden Visa.
- Legacy: Holders of the Greek residency can pass on their status to family members, including spouses, partners without marriage registration, children under 21 as well as parents.
- Flexibility: Investors have the right to work and live permanently in
- No Residency Requirement: Applicants are not required to reside in Greece, and only one visit is needed to provide biometrics.
- Open an Account: Open an account with a European bank.
- Greek Citizenship: After 7 years the applicant can apply for the Greek citizenship.
Required Documentation/Paperwork
- Certified copy of full birth certificate
- Six (6) passport- sized, color photos of yourself taken within the last six months (Approximately 35 x 45 mm in size, of good quality color and on high quality paper)
- Certified copy of your current passport(s)Certified copy of full birth certificate
- Bank reference letter is sued by an internationally recognized bank valid within the last six months immediately preceding the submission of the application.
- Due Diligence (Police certificate from country of birth, and from any other country in which you have resided for a period of at least one year during the ten (10) year immediately preceding the submission of the application for citizenship by investment. • The police certificate should be no more than six months old. *In the event that you are unable to obtain a police certificate, please provide an explanation here. Police certificates are NOT required for qualifying dependents below the age of 16).
- Certified copy of marriage record or marriage certificate (s) (if applicable). *You must submit for the principal applicant and the spouse.
- Certified copy of divorce decree (if applicable) *You must submit for the principal applicant and spouse.
- One (1) document of proof of residential address valid within the last three months immediately preceding the submission of the application. *Examples of proof of residential address include: Certified copy of a recent utility bill OR Bank statement showing full name and address. (Certified copy / Original).
- Professional reference (e.g. from an attorney, chartered accountant or other professional of similar standing) valid within the last six months immediately preceding the submission of the applications.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Applicants must have an official income.
- Applicants must have a clean criminal record.
- Investors and their families must consent to the submission of biometric data.
- Applicants must have health insurance.
- Applicants must have an official Greek visa.
Steps
- Step 1: AZUR CBI commences the process by pre-screening your passport copy for government pre-approval. A down payment of the professional fees is required to open your application. AZUR CBI will assist and guide you in collecting the necessary documents from the checklist.
- Step 2: The applicant must apply for an entry visa to the Greek consulate authority in their country of origin.
- Step 3: AZUR CBI will assist you in finding a Greek property that meets your requirements and will start preparing the necessary property purchase documentation for your residency application.
- Step 4: The applicants must travel to Greece to have their passports stamped before submitting the residency application.
- Step 5: AZUR CBI will prepare property purchase documents to complete the purchase. Meanwhile, property purchase funds and taxes will need to be transferred.
- Step 6: The application is then submitted to the official Directorate of Immigration. If the Secretary-General approves the application, the investor and their family will be granted the residence permit.
Costs
The purchase of a real estate in Greece requires a minimum of €250,000. The properties can be sold after five years with the money returned, but must buy a property valued at €250,000 or above.
