Golden Visa Guide
Greece Golden Visa 2026: cost, routes and application process
This guide helps families and investors understand the Greece Golden Visa before comparing properties or committing funds. A reliable decision starts with route eligibility, total budget and legal due diligence.
What matters most in 2026?
The program remains active, but thresholds vary by location, asset type and investment route. Buyers should confirm that the property or investment genuinely supports the residence route before relying on it for a family application.
Who is the Greece Golden Visa suitable for?
It is most relevant for families seeking European residence optionality, Schengen mobility, education planning, long-term property allocation or a future base in Greece.
Why does commercial-to-residential require care?
Commercial-to-residential is not just a marketing label. Title, permitted use, planning, renovation delivery and legal evidence must all support the route before it can be treated as a safe immigration asset.
250k / 400k / 800k
EUR 250,000
Usually linked to eligible commercial-to-residential or protected-building restoration projects.
EUR 400,000
Often used for standard residential purchases outside the highest-demand zones.
EUR 800,000
Applies to prime high-demand locations where location quality and liquidity are the priority.
FAQ
Is annual residence in Greece required?
No annual physical stay is required to maintain the Golden Visa, but the qualifying investment and renewal conditions must be preserved.
What is the biggest risk?
The biggest risk is buying an asset that does not support the route claimed in the residence application.
How can OULANG help?
OULANG coordinates route assessment, property screening, lawyer due diligence, tax, notary, residence filing and post-purchase management through an Athens-based team.
Recommended next step
Before comparing individual listings, start with a route and total-cost assessment.