Golden Visa — capital / financial investment (Άδεια διαμονής επενδυτή — κεφαλαιακές επενδύσεις)
Golden Visa — capital / financial investment is a residence route in Greece (Investor / golden visa). €250k in Elevate-Greece startups, €350k in Greek AIF/mutual fund, €500k Greek bank deposit or government bonds, €800k listed shares/corporate bonds or company capital. 5-yr renewable permit, no stay requirement. Fee €2,000 + €150/adult dependant.
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The minimum qualifying investment is about $293,750. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Non-resident unless 183 days; residents worldwide 9–44%; dividends 5%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Investor / golden visa |
|---|---|
| Investment | $293,750 |
| Fees (family) | $2,625 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | immediately |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | 7 years |
| Work | no |
| Eligible | non-EU/EEA nationals |
| Tax | Non-resident unless 183 days; residents worldwide 9–44%; dividends 5% |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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