
Greece Visa & Immigration Services
Hudson McKenzie provides specialist Greece immigration advice for individuals, families and businesses, including Golden Visa applications, residency permits, Digital Nomad Visas, work visas and citizenship planning.
Greece offers several immigration routes for individuals seeking residence, employment opportunities, investment options or relocation within Europe. The most suitable route depends on your nationality, personal circumstances, investment plans and long-term objectives.
As a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area, Greece provides opportunities for individuals seeking residence, business mobility and long-term relocation within Europe.
Greece Golden Visa Programme
The Greece Golden Visa Programme provides non-EU nationals and their families with a residence permit through qualifying investment routes.
The programme offers different investment options depending on the location and type of investment. Applicants may qualify through property investment, with minimum thresholds varying according to the investment category.
Current investment thresholds include:
- €800,000 for properties located in Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and islands with a population exceeding 3,100 residents.
- €400,000 for properties in other areas of Greece.
- €250,000 for certain heritage building restoration projects or commercial-to-residential conversions.
Hudson McKenzie assists clients throughout the Golden Visa process, including eligibility assessment, documentation preparation and application support.
Digital Nomad Visa
Greece's Digital Nomad Visa allows eligible remote workers to live in Greece while working for employers or clients located outside Greece.
Applicants must demonstrate remote employment or business activity and satisfy the relevant income and documentation requirements.
Hudson McKenzie provides guidance on eligibility requirements, supporting documents and residence application procedures.
Financially Independent Person Visa
The Financially Independent Person Visa is designed for individuals who wish to reside in Greece without undertaking employment activities in the country.
Applicants generally need to demonstrate sufficient financial resources and meet residence requirements.
Hudson McKenzie can assist individuals and families assessing whether this route aligns with their relocation plans.
EU Blue Card
The EU Blue Card provides a residence and work route for highly qualified non-EU nationals.
Applicants generally need to meet requirements relating to qualifications, employment and salary thresholds.
Hudson McKenzie advises professionals and businesses on EU Blue Card eligibility, documentation and application processes.
Intra-Corporate Transfers (ICT)
The Intra-Corporate Transfer route enables eligible employees of multinational companies to transfer to Greece temporarily.
The route may apply to managers, specialists and certain trainee employees transferring within the same corporate group.
Hudson McKenzie supports businesses and employees with ICT eligibility assessments and application guidance.
Greece Work Visa
Individuals seeking employment in Greece may require a work visa and residence permit depending on their nationality, employment arrangement and role. Hudson McKenzie advises employees and businesses on work authorisation, immigration requirements and relocation processes.
Other Greece Immigration Routes
Schengen Business Visa
Greece is part of the Schengen Area, allowing eligible visitors to travel for short-term business activities such as meetings, conferences and commercial engagements. A Schengen Business Visa may be required depending on nationality and travel circumstances.
Family Reunification
Eligible individuals may be able to apply for family reunification depending on their residence status and relationship with family members. Hudson McKenzie can provide guidance on family immigration requirements and supporting documentation.
Citizenship
Greek citizenship may be available through several routes, including naturalisation after meeting residence and legal requirements. Additional routes may apply through ancestry or family connections depending on individual circumstances. Hudson McKenzie advises clients on citizenship eligibility and long-term residence planning.
Why Choose Hudson McKenzie for Greece Immigration Advice?
Hudson McKenzie advises individuals, families, professionals and businesses on Greek immigration and global mobility matters.
Our team can assist with:
• Greece Golden Visa applications
• Residency permit applications
• Digital Nomad Visa applications
• Financially Independent Person Visa applications
• EU Blue Card applications
• Work and employment immigration matters
• Family immigration applications
• Citizenship planning
• Document preparation and review
• Immigration strategy and relocation planning
For businesses, Hudson McKenzie supports international workforce mobility, employee relocation and immigration compliance requirements.
For individuals and families, we provide tailored advice based on personal circumstances, residence objectives and long-term plans. Contact Hudson McKenzie to discuss the immigration options relevant to your circumstances.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Greek immigration rules, visa requirements, financial thresholds and application procedures are subject to change. Eligibility depends on individual circumstances. Please contact Hudson McKenzie for advice tailored to your specific case.
Frequently Asked Questions About Greece Visas and Immigration
The Greece Golden Visa programme provides eligible non-EU nationals with a residence permit through qualifying investment routes. Investment thresholds depend on the location and type of investment.
The minimum investment depends on the investment category and location. Certain qualifying investments may start from €250,000, while other property investment categories require higher thresholds.
The Greece Golden Visa provides residence rights, but specific residence requirements depend on the applicant's circumstances and objectives. Professional advice should be obtained based on individual plans.
Eligible family members may be included under the Greece Golden Visa programme depending on the applicable rules and relationship requirements.
Greek citizenship may be available through naturalisation routes after meeting relevant legal and residence requirements.
Greece offers various immigration routes including Golden Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, Financially Independent Person Visa, EU Blue Card, work routes and family-related residence options.
The Greece Digital Nomad Visa allows eligible remote workers to reside in Greece while working remotely for employers or clients outside Greece.
This route is intended for individuals who can demonstrate sufficient financial resources and wish to reside in Greece without employment in the country.
UK citizens may need to meet applicable Greek immigration requirements depending on the purpose and duration of their stay.
Hudson McKenzie provides immigration advice for Greece Golden Visa applications, residency routes, work visas, citizenship planning and relocation matters for individuals, families and businesses.
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