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The Greek golden visa gives the whole family a renewable 5-year residence permit for property from €250,000, with no minimum stay. Since September 2024 the amounts have risen by area, and the investment must be in one property of at least 120 m². Short-term letting (Airbnb) is banned.
2026 property amounts
| Area or property type | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Attica (Athens), Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and islands with over 3,100 inhabitants | €800,000 |
| Rest of Greece | €400,000 |
| Commercial-to-residential conversion or restoration of a listed building (all areas) | €250,000 |
Property conditions
- The amount must be invested in a single property; smaller units cannot be combined.
- For the €400,000 and €800,000 options, at least 120 m² of main living space (storage and parking do not count).
- Short-term letting is banned; the penalty is a €50,000 fine and loss of the permit. Long-term letting is allowed.
- For the €250,000 option, the conversion must be complete before applying, and a listed-building restoration before the first renewal.
Non-property options
| Option | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Investment in a startup registered with Elevate Greece (from February 2026, creating 2 jobs) | €250,000 |
| Greece-focused investment funds | €350,000 |
| Fixed-term bank deposit (at least 1 year) | €500,000 |
| Greek government bonds (at least 3 years) | €500,000 |
Family, duration and fees
- Family: spouse, unmarried children under 21 and the parents of both spouses, with no waiting period.
- Duration: 5 years, renewable as long as the investment is kept.
- Presence: not required; but without actual residence, those years do not count toward citizenship.
- Work: no right to employment; managing the investment and holding shares is allowed.
- Government fees: €2,000 for the main applicant, €150 for each adult family member and €16 per card; plus property transfer tax and lawyer and notary fees.
Steps
- Get an AFM and open a Greek bank account
- Choose the property and run full legal due diligence (title, permits, floor area, debts)
- Transfer the funds and sign the deed before a notary
- File the residence application and biometrics; receive the 5-year card
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum Greek golden visa amount in Athens?
€800,000 for one property of at least 120 m² in Attica, unless you use the €250,000 conversion or listed-building option.
Do I have to live in Greece on the golden visa?
No. There is no minimum stay. But if you want citizenship, you must actually live in Greece.
Can I rent my golden visa property on Airbnb?
No. Short-term letting is banned, with a €50,000 fine and loss of the permit. Long-term letting is allowed.
Who does the Greek golden visa cover?
The spouse, unmarried children under 21 and the parents of both spouses.
Based on Law 5100/2024 and Law 5275/2026; position as of October 2026. Proposals to change the property rules are under discussion; check the latest position with Imperial's lawyers before you buy.
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