European Residency with Schengen Mobility and Mediterranean Living.
Greece Golden Visa Program
Minimum Investment: From €250,000 depending on location and asset type
Processing Time: Approx. 4-7 months
Schengen Mobility: Travel across 29 European countries
No Stay Requirement: Residency maintained without relocation
Family Inclusion: Spouse, children up to 21, dependent parents
Mediterranean Lifestyle
Greece offers an exceptional living environment shaped by climate, coastline, and culture. Residents enjoy access to modern amenities, international education options, quality healthcare, and vibrant city as well as island life within one of Europe’s most historically rich destinations.
Real Estate Potential
The program is closely tied to property ownership, giving investors the opportunity to secure tangible assets in a market supported by tourism, urban renewal, and long-term international demand across established and emerging regions.
European Mobility
Greek residency enables seamless travel throughout the Schengen Area while allowing investors to maintain their primary residence elsewhere. This flexibility supports global lifestyles and cross-border business activity.
Greece Golden Visa - Investment Options
Applicants can qualify through approved real estate or financial investments, creating a clear framework for securing European residency, travel flexibility, and stability for the whole family.
1. Real Estate Route
Investment: €250,000 - €800,000
- Investment Requirements: €250,000 investment in Government approved redevolpment projects | €800,000 in designated prime
locations | €400,000 in all other regions Holding Requirement: Investment
must remain while residency is validProcessing time: 4-7 months
Best for: Investor preferring tengible assets.
2. Fixed-Term Bank Deposit
Minimum Investment: €500,000
- Investment Requirement: Capital placed in a Greek financial institution for the qualifying period.
- Holding Requirement: Deposit must remain while residency is active.
- Processing Time: Approximately 4-7 months.
- Best For: Investors preferring non-property exposure.
3.Government Bonds / Financial Instruments
Minimum Investment: €500,000
- Investment Requirement: Subscription to approved government or regulated financial products.
- Holding Requirement: Must be maintained according to program rules.
- Processing Time: Approximately 4-7 months.
- Best For: Applicants seeking regulated financial exposure within the EU.
Notice: Residency by investment programs are subject to government regulations and eligibility criteria. Investment requirements, fees, and timelines may vary based on the applicant’s profile, and final decisions rest with the authorities. For the most accurate guidance, please book a consultation with one of our advisors.
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The GenZone Advantage
At GenZone, we understand that securing alternative residency is one of the most important decisions you make for your family’s stability, mobility, and future planning. Our team of specialists delivers structured guidance from the first consultation through residence approval and long-term compliance.
Strategic Residency Advisory
Investment migration is a strategic decision affecting lifestyle flexibility, asset protection, and cross-border planning. We evaluate each client’s objectives, financial profile, and family structure to identify the most suitable Residency by Investment pathway.
Our recommendations integrate international residency options with our deep expertise in Dubai relocation and business structuring, ensuring your residence status supports your broader wealth and mobility goals.
International Mobility Support
Residency is often part of a wider global positioning strategy. Beyond application processing, we assist with relocation considerations, jurisdiction planning, and sustainable long-term presence.
Backed by extensive Dubai expertise, we provide practical insight into cross-border living, regulatory adaptation, family sponsorship planning, and integrated company formation solutions that complement your new residency status.
Proven Results & Recognized Delivery
GenZone has advised 200+ families and individuals on compliant investment migration strategies, supported by 1,000+ Dubai company formations and over 2,000 UAE residency approvals.
Our results are built on careful assessments, transparent timelines, and disciplined execution — reflected in 4.9/5 Trustpilot and Google ratings and multiple Gold and Platinum recognitions from Dubai Free Zones.
Dynamic and Vibrant Team
Our dynamic, forward-thinking team blends bold innovation with deep expertise, delivering agile strategies tailored to your global mobility, residency, and wealth-planning objectives.
With extensive experience across Citizenship by Investment (CBI), Residency by Investment (RBI) programs, Dubai structuring, and cross-border advisory, we adapt swiftly to align with your family’s long-term vision and international goals.
This integrated approach enables secure second-citizenship pathways, flexible residency options, and resilient Plan B solutions, supporting seamless global positioning with precision, discretion, and strategic clarity.
Roadmap to Greece Residency
Onboarding and Eligibility
We start with a private consultation to understand your goals, background, and family situation. Our specialists assess your eligibility and outline the most suitable residency pathways, giving you a clear picture of timelines, costs, and documentation requirements from the start.
Investment Selection
Based on your priorities, we guide you toward the most appropriate qualifying route - whether real estate acquisition, government bonds, business activity, or fund participation. Our advice remains transparent and focused on value, liquidity, and long-term flexibility.
Investment Completion
Once your strategy is defined, you proceed with completing the chosen investment. We supervise each step of the transaction, coordinate with developers or financial institutions, and ensure full compliance with program regulations.
Application Submission
With the investment underway or finalized as required, our team prepares and reviews your full application file. Every document is checked carefully before submission to the relevant authorities for formal processing.
Due Diligence & Approval
The government then performs comprehensive background and security checks. We track the application’s progress closely, liaise with officials on your behalf, and respond promptly to any additional information requests.
Residency & Permit Issuance
After successful approval, residency status is granted. We arrange the issuance of residence permits and all supporting documentation, ensuring a smooth and efficient conclusion to the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most common pathway is through real estate, with thresholds starting from €250,000 in specific redevelopment categories and higher levels in prime regions. Bank deposit and government bond alternatives are also available. Government, legal, and administrative fees apply in addition to the qualifying investment.
Applications are generally processed within approximately 4-7 months, depending on documentation readiness and authority review.
Yes. Applicants may include a spouse, dependent children up to 21, and dependent parents, subject to eligibility requirements.
No. There is no obligation to physically reside in Greece to maintain the residence permit, provided the investment remains in place.
Greek residents benefit from short-term travel across the Schengen Area, enabling convenient access throughout Europe.
Residency may create a potential pathway to citizenship after seven years of lawful residence, subject to language ability, integration criteria, and final approval by the authorities. Citizenship is not automatic.
To maintain residency status, the qualifying investment must be retained. Disposal or withdrawal may affect permit validity unless replaced in accordance with regulations.
However, after getting permanent residency / citizenship, property can be sold.
GenZone combines investment migration expertise with extensive experience in Dubai company formation and UAE residency planning, offering clients integrated mobility and structuring strategies beyond the initial residence permit.
Simply book a consultation. Our advisors will confirm eligibility, recommend the optimal route, define costs, and manage the process through residence card issuance.