Golden Visa Greece

What qualifies for Golden Visa in Greece?….

Greece’s Investor Golden Visa is emerging as a viable and attractive alternative to other European Programmes which continue to be threatened or changed.

Greece’s Golden Visa programme has 2 main options:

  • €400,000 or €800,000 in a qualifying residential real estate (location dictates price)

    • Most attactive for Investors who wish to have their own home in Greece to use whenever they wish.

  • €350,000 invested in special purpose mutual funds.

    • For investors who prefer equities, We have access to a highly successful investment portfolio of Private Equity mutual funds which focuses on certain key sectors with a diversified range of investments.
      Working with a team who will build a suitable portfolio, in line with your risk appetite, and their unparalleled knowledge, we can apply a disciplined and cautious strategy, investing in these private equities, providing a viable and attractive long term investment return, whilst also ensuring legal eligibility under the terms of the Golden Visa law.

By concentrating on investments in the private equity space, this portfolio strives to minimize risk. This approach ensures that investments are backed by solid assets, reducing exposure to market volatility seen elsewhere in the global public stock markets.

What are the benefits?

  • By investing in either of these two programmes, invetors can earn a renewable Residence Permit for Greece with no annual minimum stay

  • Those who do decide to live in Greece, can access the two main favourable tax regimes (HNWI and Retiree 7%)

  • Both programmes are highly regulated by the Financial Services, and the Greek law safeguarding your investment

What is the Golden Visa in Greece?….

Residency & Citizenship :

The Golden Visa is a residency authorisation program for investors who make qualified financial contributions to the country. In addition to the possibility of residing in Greece, the program allows beneficiaries to travel freely within the Schengen Area and, after 7 years, apply for Greece Citizenship.

What are the advantages of investing in funds?….

Less Bureaucracy:
Unlike real estate purchases, fund investments avoid lengthy processes related to deeds and registrations

Professional Management:
Funds are managed by specialised firms, reducing the investor’s direct involvement

Diversification:
Capital is allocated across different sectors, lowering risk

High returns:
Compared to other investments, the target yield on both of these programmes is exceptionally strong

Benefits of Golden Visa Greece

Flexible residency: No Minimum stay, come and go without obligation

Access to Healthcare, including doctors & Hospitals

Pathway to Citizenship:
After 7 years, holders may apply for citizenship

Family reunification:
Family members can be attached to the lead permit quickly

Capital Appreciation:
Whilst holding your Golden Visa your capital will be appreciating

Access to the Schengen Area: Free movement across 29 Schengen countries.

Preferential Tax:
Retirees may benefit from 7% on worldwide income, whilst HNWI can opt for the flat tax

Efficient Approval:Greek Golden Visas are typically approved quite quickly