Student visa · South Sudan to Greece

National Visa (Type D) - Student Visa

Embassy required

Maximum stay
365 days
Processing time
40 days (often 2-3 months in practice)
Fee
EUR 75
Validity
1 year (duration of academic program)
Entry
Multiple entry

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Required for all non-EU/EEA citizens planning to study in Greece for more than 90 days.

  • Purpose of visit

    Must be accepted to a recognized Greek educational institution for a program of study.

    Includes
    • Study at recognized Greek university or educational institution
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient funds to cover tuition fees and living expenses (minimum EUR 400-500 per month).

    Minimum funds: EUR 400-500 per month

  • Criminal record

    Must provide a clean criminal record certificate from country of residence.

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm, white background, full face front view, taken within last 6 months

  • Bank statement

    Months required: 3

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Rental contract, university dormitory confirmation, host family letter; Must cover full stay: No

  • Admission letter

    Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes

  • 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

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Cash, money order, cashier's check (varies by consulate); Amount: EUR 75

  • Academic transcript

    Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.

    Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: Yes

  • 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

  1. Document gathering

    Apply to and receive an acceptance letter from a recognized Greek university or educational institution. Ensure the letter includes program name, dates, and duration.

  2. Online application

    Download and complete the national D visa application form from the Greek MFA website.

  3. Appointment booking

    Schedule an appointment at the Greek consulate or embassy in your country of residence. Must apply at the consulate with jurisdiction over your permanent address.

  4. Fee payment

    Pay EUR 75 D visa fee at the time of application submission.

  5. Document submission

    Appear in person at the Greek consulate/embassy to submit all documents. Passport will be retained during processing.

  6. Processing wait

    Legal processing time is 40 days but in practice often 2-3 months. Apply well in advance (at least 3 months before program start date).

  7. Visa collection

    Collect passport with D visa sticker. Upon arrival in Greece, apply for a residence permit within 30 days.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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