Greece
General visa requirements for travelling to Greece. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Work / Immigration visa (National Visa (Type D) - Digital Nomad Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 40-90 days
- Fee
- EUR 75
- Validity
- 1 year (extendable up to 2 additional years)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to all non-EU/EEA citizens who work remotely for employers or clients based outside Greece.
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Employment
Must be employed by or contracted with entities based outside Greece. Must perform work remotely using telecommunications technology.
Required status: Remote employment or freelance work for non-Greek clients/employers
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Financial
Must earn at least EUR 3,500 per month after taxes, with at least 6 months of income history.
Minimum funds: EUR 3,500 per month (EUR 4,200 with spouse, +EUR 525 per child)
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Criminal record
Must have a clean criminal record.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm, white background, full face front view, taken within last 6 months
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Bank statement
Months required: 6
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Rental agreement, property deed, hotel booking; Must cover full stay: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Application for a Visa for a Long Stay in Greece; Form url: https://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/images/visas/national/application_for_a_visa_for_a_long_stay_in_greece.pdf
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, money order, cashier's check (varies by consulate); Amount: EUR 75
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Criminal record certificate
Provide a police or criminal record certificate from the country or countries requested by the destination authority.
Validity months: 3
How to apply
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Online application
Download and complete the national D visa application form for Digital Nomad visa.
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Document gathering
Collect proof of remote employment/freelance work, 6 months of bank statements showing EUR 3,500+ monthly income, health insurance, accommodation proof, and criminal record certificate.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at the Greek consulate/embassy in your home country or country of legal residence. As of February 2026, in-country applications are no longer accepted.
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Fee payment
Pay EUR 75 D visa fee.
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Document submission
Appear in person at the Greek consulate/embassy to submit all documents.
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Processing wait
Processing time is typically 40-90 days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with D visa sticker. Valid for up to 12 months, extendable for 2 additional years.
Work / Immigration visa (National Visa (Type D) - Employment/Work Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 2-4 weeks for visa; 3-6 months overall including work permit
- Fee
- EUR 180
- Validity
- 1-2 years (renewable)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Required for all non-EU/EEA citizens seeking employment in Greece.
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Employment
Must have a valid job offer from a Greek employer who has obtained work permit approval. Employer must demonstrate no EU/EEA citizen was available for the position (labor market test).
Required status: Valid job offer from Greek employer with work permit approval
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Criminal record
Must provide clean criminal record certificate. Serious criminal convictions may result in refusal.
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Health
Must be medically fit and free of communicable diseases as confirmed by medical certificate.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm, white background, full face front view, taken within last 6 months
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Application for a Visa for a Long Stay in Greece; Form url: https://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/images/visas/national/application_for_a_visa_for_a_long_stay_in_greece.pdf
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, money order, cashier's check (varies by consulate); Amount: EUR 180 (D visa) + EUR 150 (residence permit)
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: Yes
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Criminal record certificate
Provide a police or criminal record certificate from the country or countries requested by the destination authority.
Validity months: 3
How to apply
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Document gathering
Greek employer applies for work permit approval from the Decentralized Administration. This includes labor market test proving no EU/EEA citizen was available for the role.
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Online application
Download and complete the national D visa application form.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at the Greek consulate/embassy in country of residence.
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Fee payment
Pay EUR 180 D visa fee.
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Document submission
Appear in person at the Greek consulate/embassy to submit all documents including work permit approval, employment contract, criminal record certificate, and medical certificate.
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Processing wait
Processing time is typically 2-4 weeks for the visa, but overall process (including work permit) is 3-6 months.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with D visa. Upon arrival in Greece, apply for residence permit within 30 days at the local Migration Office. Residence permit fee is EUR 150.
Work / Immigration visa (Golden Visa (Investor Residence Permit))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 1825 days
- Processing time
- 60 days
- Fee
- EUR 2,000
- Validity
- 5 years (renewable)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to all non-EU citizens over 18 years of age.
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Age
Must be at least 18 years old.
Min age: 18
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Financial
Must invest a minimum of EUR 250,000 in qualifying Greek assets. Investment threshold varies by location and property type.
Minimum funds: EUR 250,000 minimum (varies by location up to EUR 800,000)
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Criminal record
Must have a clean criminal record.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 24
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Photo
Count: 4; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm, white background, full face front view, taken within last 6 months
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Criminal record certificate
Provide a police or criminal record certificate from the country or countries requested by the destination authority.
Validity months: 3
How to apply
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Document gathering
Purchase qualifying Greek real estate (EUR 250,000-800,000 depending on location) or make alternative qualifying investment. Complete all legal documentation and property registration.
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Online application
Submit application to the Greek Migration Office with proof of investment, passport, health insurance, and criminal record certificate.
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Biometrics
Provide biometrics (fingerprints and photograph) at the Greek Migration Office or designated location.
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Processing wait
Processing time is approximately 2 months but can vary.
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Visa collection
Collect the 5-year Golden Visa residence permit card. Permits Schengen-wide travel and residence in Greece.