Golden Visa & Investor Residence Permit
Guidance throughout the process of obtaining a residence permit through investment in Greece
The Golden Visa is a residence permit program for third-country nationals, granted through investment, with the main category being investment in real estate. The permit is issued for a specific duration and may be renewed, provided that the conditions set by the applicable legislation continue to be met.
At A | P Partners Law Firm, we provide full legal guidance to investors from the initial stage through to the completion of the procedure, offering clear information on all steps, legal requirements and critical aspects of the process.
Within this framework, our firm works in close cooperation with a fully integrated team of specialized professionals, including real estate agents, notaries, accountants, financial advisors, engineers and architects, who support every stage of the investment. In parallel, we maintain an established network of associates in the United Kingdom and other European countries, ensuring comprehensive cross-border support for our clients.
What Changed as of April 2024
As of April 2024, a revised legal framework applies to residence permits through real estate investment, introducing new minimum thresholds, designated zones of application and stricter eligibility criteria. In most cases, the investment must now concern a single property, while in certain categories additional conditions apply, such as minimum surface area requirements for main residential spaces.
Special categories of investment are also provided for, including properties converted to residential use or listed buildings under restoration, subject to specific conditions that must be fulfilled prior to the submission of the application.
Key Terms and Restrictions
The current framework imposes specific restrictions on the use of property acquired for Golden Visa purposes. Indicatively, limitations apply to short-term leasing and subletting, while in certain categories of property, use as a company headquarters or branch is not permitted.
In practice, proper structuring of the transaction is essential, including thorough legal due diligence, title and encumbrance checks, accurate documentation and full compliance of the investment with the statutory requirements, in order to ensure that the application file is complete and legally secure.
How We Support You
A | P Partners provides comprehensive legal support at every stage of the process, ensuring a secure, well-documented investment and a complete residence permit application file.
Initial Case Assessment
Review of eligibility and detailed briefing on the available investment options.
Legal Due Diligence of the Property
Review of title, encumbrances and all critical legal aspects prior to commitment.
Transaction Coordination
Cooperation with notaries and other professionals to ensure the smooth completion of the acquisition.
Preparation and Submission of the File
Collection of all required documentation and verification that the application file fully complies with statutory requirements.
Application Filing and Monitoring
Guidance through each procedural step, continuous follow-up and support throughout the examination of the application.
Residence Permit Renewal
Review of conditions and preparation of the renewal process when the relevant time comes.
For specialized legal support and comprehensive information on the applicable Golden Visa framework, you may contact our firm.