Why choose the Greece Golden Visa as part of your Plan B going into 2025?
No in-country stay requirements to maintain your residency status – zero days required.
Applications are typically completed in 4-6 months.
The Greek Golden Visa has a 5-year residency permit validity.
Exceptionally affordable residency permit renewal fees.
Exceptionally stable program (whereas the Portuguese Golden Visa is presently not).
Start the application process from home – only one visit to Greece required.
Get Your Greek Golden Visa By Bank Deposit – Fast.
Established in 2013, the Greek Golden Visa program is one of the top-selling EU residency by investment programs going into 2025.
Whilst the majority of program applicants opt for the Property Option – priced from only €250,000 – some people prefer a higher level of liquidity.
In such cases, the €500,000 Bank Deposit option (which increased from €400,000 as of April 1st, 2024) can make a lot of sense (and can still deliver a meaningful return; more on this topic further below…)
It is the fastest, most hassle-free program option, and it eliminates any potential downside risks you would face with the property option – and especially if you had to liquidate your investment within a year or two of acquiring it.
Since Portugal scrapped their Golden Visa’s Term Deposit Option (€1.5 million) earlier in 2023, Greece (€500,000) and Spain (€1 million) are now the only two countries offering this Golden Visa option.
Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of the Greek Golden Visa Bank Deposit option below…
IMPORTANT: Before you get overcharged on your Greek Golden Visa fees in 2024, be sure to get a free custom quote from us first.
To view the official guide to the Greek Golden Visa program via the real estate option, click here.
To view the official guidance for obtaining Greece’s Golden Visa via bank deposit or investing in securities, click here.
For additional information on the program visit EnterpriseGreece.gov.gr
Why Choose The Bank Deposit Option
In 2025?
In 2025?
Ensure Easy Liquidity
With a term deposit, cash is king: Protect your principal and ensure easy liquidity – even at short notice…
A Fast, Simple Process
Eliminate the need to find the perfect property, and avoid the potential hassles and delays associated with property transfers.
Earn Meaningful Returns
Benefit from more than just a flexible residency: Offset your opportunity cost by earning a yield of up to 3% per year on your deposit.
Golden Visa Property Investment Vs
Bank Deposit Option
| CONSIDERATIONS | Property Option | Bank Deposit Option (Term Deposit) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Capital Requirement | €250,000 (Conversion Property) | €500,000 (as of April 1st, 2024) |
| Additional Costs – RE Option | Existing properties: 3% transfer duty | N/A |
| Application Process Duration | 5-6 Months | 3-4 Months |
| Minimum Asset Holding Period (To Renew Your GV Residency Permit) | 5 Years+ (Until PR or Citizenship) | 5 Years+ (Until PR or Citizenship) |
| Legal Fees | Variable from €8,000+ | Variable from €8,000+ |
| Professional Service Fees | Variable based on service provider | Variable based on service provider |
| Residency Permit Application Fee | Primary applicant: €2,000 Family members over 21 years old: €500 per person Family members under 21: €150 euros per person | Primary applicant: €2,000 Family members over 21 years old: €500 per person Family members under 21: €150 euros per person |
| Residency Permit Renewal Cost | Primary applicant: €2,000 Family members over 21 years old: €500 per person Family members under 21: €150 euros per person | Primary applicant: €2,000 Family members over 21 years old: €500 per person Family members under 21: €150 euros per person |
| Principal Capital Guaranteed | Options exist – contact us to enquire now. | Yes |
The Greek Golden Visa Application Process At A Glance
WEEK 1
Select your preferred investment option and contract your legal provider.
WEEK 2
Greek bank account opening, purchase of health insurance, and document collation.
WEEK 3
Complete your €500,000 deposit transaction (a special deposit account is used).
WEEK 4
Application pre-submission and compilation of outstanding documentation.
WEEK 5
Visit Greece to have your biometric data captured (apply for an entry visa in advance, if required).
WEEK 6-8
Your Greek Golden Visa is approved, along with those of any qualifying dependents.
Key documents required to apply
Important: The below content is a high-level summary of the required documentation – view the latest official program requirements here.
GENERAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Why do more Greek Golden Visa applicants choose us?
A 100%
SUCCESS RATE
In over 3,000 applications, we have not had a single rejection, thanks to our methodical approach and rigorous client vetting standards.
A SEASONED
LOCAL TEAM
Our team of 18 professionals, based across offices in Athens and Thessaloniki, are committed to offering Golden Visa applicants an exceptional, end-to-end service.
14 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Founded in 2008, we have facilitated over 7,000 foreign direct investments, along with the issuance of over 2,000 residency permits under the Greek Golden Visa program.
WE SPEAK 7 LANGUAGES
Our client service team speak 7 languages fluently, including English, Russian, Serbian, Turkish, French and German.
Standing by to go the extra mile for you and your family…
Investment migration is an uber discrete business, so getting client testimonials is the exception rather than the rule. We were therefore thrilled that a recent Golden Visa client gave us a 5-star review on TrustPilot.
(And what a superb testimonial this is!)
OVER 3,200 SUCCESSFUL CLIENT CASES TO DATE – 100% APPROVAL RATE
Before you overpay for your Greek Golden Visa fees in 2025, make sure to get a quote from us first.
You CAN still buy Golden Visa eligible conversion properties in Athens and Thessaloniki for just €250K in 2025. Contact us now to learn more and request a free quote – fast.
GOLDEN VISAS GREECE: ATHENS OFFICE
ADDRESS: Merlin 11B, Kolonaki, PC 10671, Athens
PHONE: +30 21 1234 7475
EMAIL: contact@goldenvisas.gr
WEB: www.goldenvisas.gr
GOLDEN VISAS GREECE: THESSALONIKI OFFICE
ADDRESS: Leoforos Nikis 3, PC: 54624B
PHONE: +30 21 1234 7475
EMAIL: thessaloniki@goldenvisas.gr
WEB: www.goldenvisas.gr
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