The Greece Golden Visa offers a streamlined path to European residency through strategic investment. With access to the Schengen Zone, favorable tax policies, and a clear route to citizenship, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking stability, mobility, and long-term security in Europe.
The Greek Golden Visa program offers a fast-track residency solution through investment, granting access to the Schengen Area and a foundation for future Greek citizenship after 7 years. This program is an ideal choice for investors seeking stability, cultural richness, and a high quality of life in Europe.
Travel freely across Europe with unrestricted access to Schengen nations.
Progress toward full citizenship and the rights of an EU passport holder after 7 years residency.
Obtain permanent residency with the option for renewals.
Enjoy favorable tax rates and incentives for foreign income.
Generate rental income from high-demand vacation homes in Greece’s thriving tourist market.
Enjoy program benefits without full-time residency requirements.
Secure property in Greece’s stable market, enhancing your investment portfolio.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to qualify.
The Greek Golden Visa program offers accessible points of entry, starting at just EUR 250,000. For those attracted to more prime locations like the city center of Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Thessaloniki and Santorini, the minimum investment threshold is EUR 500,000.
The residency benefits extend to the entire family, including the spouse, children under 21 years old, and parents of the main applicant and spouse. Additionally, parents of the main applicant and spouse can also qualify regardless of age.
Applicants must not have any history of criminal records in any country where they have resided.
Begin with a consultation to evaluate your eligibility and select the best investment option under the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program.
Choose your preferred investment path—real estate, National Development Fund (NDF) donation, business investment, or university fund contribution.
Complete necessary documentation, background checks, and financial preparations, guided by Mirabello’s experienced team.
Submit your completed application and all supporting documents to the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU).
The CIU conducts thorough due diligence and reviews your application. Mirabello Consultancy will assist with any additional documentation requests during this phase.
Upon preliminary approval, you are invited to finalize your selected investment within a specified timeframe.
Complete the chosen investment, after which you receive your Certificate of Registration, confirming citizenship.
With citizenship granted, apply for your Antigua and Barbuda passport, granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 150 countries.
As a Greek resident, investors enjoy favorable tax rates, including exemptions and incentives for foreign income. Our tax experts will help you understand your obligations and advantages as a Greek Golden Visa holder.
Income Tax: Foreign-sourced income for non-domiciled residents may be tax-exempt. Local income tax rates range from 9% to 44%, depending on income level.
Corporate Tax: Corporate income is taxed at a flat rate of 22%, making Greece competitive for business-minded investors interested in establishing companies.
Real Estate Tax: Real estate in Greece is subject to an annual property tax (ENFIA), calculated based on property value, location, and other factors. Rates typically range from 0.1% to 1%.
Capital Gains Tax: A 15% capital gains tax applies on profits from the sale of real estate property, with certain exemptions for primary residences held for at least five years.
VAT on Real Estate: A 24% VAT may apply to new properties, though exemptions are available for older properties or under certain investment programs.
Inheritance and Gift Tax: Inheritance and gift tax rates vary from 1% to 40%, depending on the relationship to the deceased or donor and the asset’s value.
Non-Domiciled Resident Program: Greece offers a Non-Dom regime for new residents, providing a flat tax of €100,000 on worldwide income for up to 15 years, regardless of income level, for high-net-worth individuals.
Social Security Contributions: Employed individuals pay contributions at varying rates, with both employees and employers contributing to social security.
Double Taxation Treaties: Greece has established treaties with numerous countries to avoid double taxation, ensuring tax efficiency for international investors.
Greece permits dual citizenship, allowing foreign investors to retain their original nationality while benefiting from Greek citizenship. Through the Greece Golden Visa program, investors and their families can progress toward Greek citizenship after meeting the residency requirements of seven years.
Our Mirabello Consultancy team assesses your residency eligibility by investment in Greece and outlines the best approach tailored to your needs.
We guide you through selecting qualifying real estate to meet Greece residency by investment requirements, ensuring the best match for your investment goals.
Our experts handle all necessary paperwork, streamlining the application process for a smooth and efficient experience.
We manage the submission of your real estate investment, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
Once approved, you receive your Greece Golden Visa, granting residency and an option to pursue Greece permanent residency by investment.
Here is the list of documents that you need to have before receiving your residency permit in Greece:Passport or Travel DocumentPassport PhotosProof of InvestmentProof of FundsHealth Insurance PolicyProof of Legal EntryCriminal Record CheckBirth and Marriage CertificatesProof of Residence History
Yes, the Greece Golden Visa program is a residency by investment program that offers non-European Union citizens the opportunity to obtain Greek residency by making qualifying investments in the country. One of the primary pathways within this program is through real estate investment, where investors can acquire residency by purchasing eligible properties. This program allows individuals and their families to live in Greece and travel within the Schengen Area.