Processing Time
3 to 6 months
Depending on your country, appointment availability and how quickly documents are prepared.
4.8/5
"I couldn't believe how one conversation can turn months of uncertainty into clarity. This call with Patricia was pure value" - Katherine Scott
Digital Nomads
Families
Remote Workers
Retirees
Freelancers
Students
Companies
Highly Skilled WorkersDepending on your country, appointment availability and how quickly documents are prepared.
Minimum investment typically starts at €250,000 in real estate. Higher thresholds apply in prime locations—€400,000–€800,000 depending on area. Alternatives include €350,000 in capital investment or bonds.
A 5‑year renewable residence permit with no minimum stay requirement.
Eligible to apply for Greek citizenship after 7 years of legal residence.
Minimal stay, EU residency & mobility, eventual citizenship, tax & lifestyle advantages.
At Roots, we take care of the bureaucracy so you can focus on the move. Our experienced legal team takes ownership from start to finish, ensuring your application is accurate, complete, and fully aligned with consulate requirements. We make the complex simple - so you can focus on your next chapter, not the paperwork.
Book a free consultationGet clarity on your next steps. In a free call, we’ll review your unique situation, explain the requirements, and build a plan tailored to your move. It’s free - no strings attached.
Select and invest in one of Greece's approved investment options. Minimum investment typically starts at €250,000 in real estate. Higher thresholds apply in prime locations—€400,000–€800,000 depending on area. Alternatives include €350,000 in capital investment or bonds
Provide documentation showing the legal origin of your investment capital, such as bank statements, tax returns, or sale agreements, meeting Greece's anti–money laundering requirements.
Obtain private health insurance covering all medical expenses in Greece until you are registered with the national healthcare system.
Submit a police clearance certificate from your country of residence (and any country lived in during the last 5 years), issued within the last 90 days, apostilled or legalised, and translated into Greek.
Include a rental contract, property deed, or host declaration confirming where you will stay in Greece.
There is a multitude of documentation that will also need to be provided alongside your application, these documents change based on the consulate you are applying from and your specific scenario.
Legal know-how meets lived experience. We are a cohesive team of expats and local lawyers combining international perspective with on-the-ground expertise - guiding you through every step with empathy, clarity and confidence.
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