Over 2000 people got their visa with Roots in the past 2 years.
The visa itself is typically issued within 2–4 weeks. Once in Greece, the residence permit is processed within approximately 4 months.
A minimum passive income of €3,500 per month is required, increasing by 20% for a spouse and 15% per dependent child. Alternatively, you can meet the requirement with savings equal to €126,000, plus similar increases for dependents.
The initial residence permit is valid for 3 years, renewable indefinitely if you continue to meet financial requirements.
After 7 years of continuous residence—including 5 years on the FIP permit plus 7 more years—you may apply for Greek citizenship, subject to demonstrating language skills and integration.
Straightforward path to Greek residency for those with stable pensions or savings, with a special tax regime of 7% for pensions.
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.
We manage your application from start to finish, ensuring every step is handled accurately, efficiently, and in line with the specific requirements of the consulate handling your application.
We do not stop at the visa when the residency card is the real goal. One fee takes you all the way to a new life in Portugal.
Every document is carefully checked for accuracy and compliance to prevent delays or rejections, and a secure client-portal makes it easy for you and us to keep track and deliver updates.
We handle the process of booking and coordinating your VFS, consulate and AIMA appointments as quickly as we can, at a date that works around your schedule.
If something doesn’t go as planned, we manage appeals and corrections to get your application back on track. This is not a one attempt and done, we are with you for an outcome.
Ask questions anytime without being capped at 1 or 2 calls only. Our legal team is on hand throughout your case to give you clear, timely answers through email and calls.
Sometimes the most obvious path is not always the one with the highest chance of success. We will take the time to understand your situation holistically, and steer you in the direction we think has your best interests at heart.
Get 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.
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.
Head of Legal Portugal
We offer fixed-price packages, so you'll always know exactly what you’re paying - no surprises, no hourly billing.
Yes, every client is assigned a dedicated in-house immigration lawyer. You’ll receive expert legal guidance and timely support throughout your entire process.
Our legal experts are based in Portugal, Spain, Greece and the UK. With teams on the ground, we stay closely aligned with local regulations and handle your case with precision and confidence.
That’s exactly what we’re here for. Book a free consultation and we’ll walk you through your options based on your goals and situation.
Yes, we regularly assist families with their relocation. Whether you're applying together or bringing dependents later, we ensure every family member’s application is handled with care and in full compliance with local regulations.
While no company can guarantee visa approval, our success rate of over 98% across all visa types speaks for itself. We are so confident in our service that we even offer a money-back guarantee if visa outcomes aren't achieved.
