Golden Visa eligibleYour budget reaches
Dafni Collection · Dafni
- Price range
- €250,000 – €300,000
- Available
- 7
- Gross yield
- 4.2%
Indicative gross yield from long-term rental estimates for the available units.
Golden Visa
Residency in Greece through property
The Greek Golden Visa gives non-EU citizens and their families a five-year, renewable residence permit when they buy qualifying property. Here is how it works — in plain language.
Last reviewed October 2026. Figures are indicative and depend on the legislation in force.
How much you need to invest
Since 2024 the minimum depends on where the property is and what kind of property it is.
- Athens and Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, larger islands
- €800,000
- One property of at least 120 m².
- Rest of Greece
- €400,000
- One property of at least 120 m².
- Commercial-to-residential conversions, anywhere
- €250,000
- No minimum size. This is the route our converted apartments follow.
Match your budget to a project
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€300,000
- Dafni Collection€250,000 – €300,000
- Agios Dimitrios Heights€320,000 – €350,000
- Wider portfolio€400,000+
Golden Visa eligibleWhy €250,000
Converted buildings are the exception
To bring unused offices and shops back into the housing stock, Greece applies a €250,000 threshold to buildings that are fully converted from commercial to residential use — even in central Athens.
Conditions apply: the conversion must be completed and registered, the purchase paid through a Greek bank, and the apartment may be let long-term but not as a short-term holiday rental.
See Golden Visa eligible apartmentsWho can apply
- Citizens of countries outside the EU and EEA
- Applicants aged 18 or over
- A clean criminal record and valid health insurance in Greece
- Funds transferred from abroad through a Greek bank account
Who is included
- Your spouse or registered partner
- Your children under 21
- Your parents and your spouse's parents
There is no minimum stay. The permit does not by itself give the right to work as an employee.
From choice to permit
Usually several months in total, depending on documents and the authorities' processing times.
- 01
Tax number and bank
A Greek tax number (AFM) and a Greek bank account for the payment.
- 02
Legal checks
Your lawyer checks title, permits and the registered change of use.
- 03
Purchase
The contract is signed before a notary and the price paid by bank transfer.
- 04
Registration
The contract is registered with the land registry.
- 05
Application
The file is submitted, biometrics taken and the permit issued.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport for each applicant
- Notarial purchase contract
- Land-registry certificate
- Proof that funds came from abroad through a Greek bank
- Health insurance covering Greece
- Passport photos and family-relationship certificates
Costs to plan for
- Purchase costs of about 6–7% of the price (tax, notary, lawyer, registry)
- Government fee for the main applicant (about €2,000)
- A smaller fee for each family member
- Legal fees for the residency application
Questions
Frequently asked
Can I work in Greece with a Golden Visa?
The permit allows you to live in Greece, but not to work as an employee. You can own shares in a company and receive investment income.
Do I have to live in Greece?
No. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit, as long as you keep the property.
Can I rent out the apartment?
Yes, on a long-term lease. Short-term holiday rental is not allowed for Golden Visa properties.
What happens if I sell?
The permit depends on owning the property. If you sell, your permit ends; the new owner can apply in their own right.
Does it lead to citizenship?
Citizenship requires years of actual residence and other conditions; owning a Golden Visa property alone does not lead to citizenship.
Can I use a mortgage?
Financing rules for Golden Visa purchases are strict and depend on the bank and the law in force. Ask us and your lawyer about your case.
How long does it take?
Usually several months from choosing an apartment to holding the permit. Preparing documents early shortens the process.
Talk through your Golden Visa plan
A private call with our team about your budget, the right apartment and the application.
This page is general information and not legal advice. Golden Visa thresholds, conditions and fees are set by Greek legislation and change over time. Eligibility is confirmed case by case by an independent Greek lawyer before any commitment.