The primary applicant’s family members can also obtain residency permits. This includes:

• Spouse of the main applicant. In the event of a divorce, the ex-spouse may lose the right to residency if their permit is based on their marriage to the primary applicant.
• Biological or adopted children of the primary applicant or spouse who are under 21 years old. Children over 21 who are financially dependent on the primary applicant (in some cases). Children who turn 21 while holding a residency permit can extend it until they turn 24 if they are unmarried and financially dependent on the primary applicant.
• Parents of both the applicant and their spouses.

The residency permit is contingent upon maintaining the qualifying investment (e.g., holding onto the real estate property or financial investment). If the investment is sold or transferred below the required amount, the residency permit may be revoked. The main pathway requires a minimum investment of 400’000 EUR or 800’000 EUR in real estate properties in Greece according to the region. Other investment options include:

• Investing at least €400,000 in Greek government bonds.
• Investing €400,000 in a Greek company's shares or bonds.
• Making a €400,000 deposit in a Greek bank.
• Investing €800,000 in Greek corporate or government bonds or shares in mutual funds or other investment vehicles focused on Greek assets.

The primary applicant must be at least 18 years old.

Applicants must have a good character and provide proof of a clean criminal record from their home country and / or from the country where they officially live.

The funds used for the investment must be legally obtained and verifiable. Authorities may scrutinize the source of the investment funds to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering regulations.

Continuous health insurance coverage is required for the applicant and their family members.

Applicants must enter Greece legally and have a valid visa when applying for the Golden Visa.

Applicants must enter Greece legally and have a valid visa when applying for the Golden Visa.

Applicants need to demonstrate that they have sufficient financial resources to support themselves and any dependents.

Depending on the specific case and type of investment, additional documentation may be required. For instance, proof of relationship for family members, legal documents for property ownership, or contracts for other investments.

While the Golden Visa allows residency, it does not automatically grant the right to work in Greece. Separate work permits may be required for the primary applicant or family members who wish to engage in employment.