Greece offers foreigners a resident permit for those who can prove financial independence. The program works similarly to a rentier program. As long as you can demonstrate that you have a secure and stable income without needing to work in Greece, you can renew your resident permit. The program can lead to permanent residency after five years and citizenship after seven years. Greece's income taxes are high, but since 2020 the country offers foreigners who are legally considered tax residents the ability to shield their foreign income by only paying an annual lump sum tax.
Athens
26 (Schengen Area)
131,957 km²
Greek
Euro €
10.8 million (2017)
Eastern European (UTC+02:00)
Visa-free travel in the Schengen Area
Minimum €250,000 real estate investment
Fast-track two-month application process
No requirement to live in Greece
Consult with Global RCG
Prepare your documents
Submit the application
Receive your residency
The Greece resident permit for financially independent persons does not require an investment in the country. Rather, you will have to demonstrate a secure and stable income to cover your time in Greece. The initial permit is for two years, so your income stream needs to be secure and stable for that period. This amount needs to be at least:
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