Process & Timeline

A Structured Path to Residency

We manage the entire lifecycle of your Golden Visa application. A typical complete timeline ranges from 4 to 9 months, ensuring thorough diligence at every step.

Step-by-Step Application

Typical processing timelines vary according to authority workload, location, documentation and individual circumstances.

Private Consultation

Initial discussion to understand your objectives, family structure, and preferred investment strategy.

Advisory Team
1-2 Days
01

Eligibility Assessment

Preliminary review of your background and capability to fulfill the programme requirements.

Legal Team
02

Investment Strategy

Defining the optimal route (e.g., €250K, €400K, or €800K) based on your priorities.

Advisory Team
03

Property/Investment Selection

Viewing and selecting qualifying properties or executing the fund investment.

Investor & Advisory Team
1-4 Weeks
04

Legal Due Diligence

Comprehensive checks including title search, cadastre verification, and engineer certificates.

Legal & Engineering Team
2-4 Weeks
05

Tax & Financial Coordination

Issuance of Greek tax number (AFM) via AADE and opening a Greek bank account (if required).

Legal/Tax Team
06

Purchase Completion

Signing the notarial deed of sale and completing the bank transfer for the investment.

Notary & Legal Team
07

Residence Application

Submission of the Golden Visa application online via migration.gov.gr.

Legal Team
Immediate upon completion
08

Biometrics & Administrative Steps

Providing fingerprints and biometric data at the relevant decentralized authority in Greece.

Investor (in person)
Within 6 months of application
09

Residence Permit

Issuance of the 5-year biometric residence card.

Ministry of Migration
2-4 Months (varies by authority)
10

Ongoing Support & Renewal

Property management, tax representation, and preparation for renewal after 5 years.

Advisory Team
11
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Programme information last reviewed: September 2026. Based on current Greek legislation and administrative guidance.