This offers the lowest cost option for residency in Europe by granting a five year residence permit in return for a real estate investment of a minimum value of 250,000 Euros. The investment may consist of more than one property, residential or commercial, and there are no restrictions regarding the location, the age or the exploitation of the assets. The Golden Visa is granted for five years and is renewed every five years, provided that the ownership of the assets is maintained. The application practically covers three generations (investor and spouse, parents of both the investor and his/ her spouse and any children up to the age of 21). There is no minimum stay requirement for applicants to retain or renew the residence permits. Greece is a member of the EU Schengen Zone so the holders of the Greek Golden Visa enjoy the privilege of free movement within the Schengen Zone, without any requirement for further visa applications. The stay in those countries cannot exceed 90 days in each 6-month period and the RP holders have access to health or education services, just like any European citizen.

It is worth noting that Golden Visa holders are also entitled to apply for the acquisition of Greek citizenship through naturalization.

SVA Estates together with its qualified legal team offers support and advice throughout the whole procedure for the issuance of the Golden Visa and is ready to provide you with further personalized information tailored to your needs and your profile.