Getting a residence permit in Greece

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After buying a property in Greece, anyone can apply for a residence permit. At the same time, you do not need to stay in Greece for a certain period of time.
A residence permit can be issued when purchasing a property from 250 000 €

This type of residence permit is usually called a "Golden Visa".

A residence permit can also be obtained by family members of the investor.
You don't have to live in the country either before or after obtaining the residence permit and pass an exam for knowledge of the Greek language.
permanent residence permit, if the property remains in the ownership of the investor (the residence permit must be renewed every five years).
If the investor spends less than 183 days in Greece, he does not become a Greek tax resident.

How to get a residence permit in Greece?

Purchase of any real estate in Greece from 250 000€ (the investor must own the property for at least 5 years)
Bank Deposit from 400 000€ (you can close it after 5 years by transferring money to another account in any bank)
Purchase of securities in the amount of 400 000€ or more (you can also sell it after 5 years)

There are main steps for getting a residence permit in Greece:

Choosing the option and object of investment in real estate
Collecting a package of documents

Documents:

copy and original of the passport
documents confirming the legality of the buyer's income. This can be a certificate of employment, tax returns, documents confirming the receipt of inheritance, dividends, rental income or the sale of property
the tax residence certificate
a copy of the bill for any utilities that will confirm the applicant's actual place of residence;
certificate of ownership of a phone number
bank statements of the applicant.

Opening an account and closing a transaction

Opening an account can be combined with a obligatory visit to Greece for fingerprinting when applying for a residence permit. This visit can be made at a convenient time within six months after the application is submitted.

Submission and review of document

After submitting your application you will receive a certificate that allows you to legally reside in Greece for a year

Obtaining a Greek residence permit

You can get a residence permit through a lawyer, sending him the original passport in advance — personal presence is optional.

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