Greek Property Investment & Golden Visa for Indian Nationals

Recent years have witnessed surging Indian interest in European property investment, driven by global portfolio diversification strategies and enhanced mobility requirements. Brexit's impact has redirected significant Indian investment capital toward EU Golden Visa programmes, with Greece emerging as a preferred destination for its accessibility and value proposition. The country's stable environment, favourable climate, and Mediterranean quality of life, supported by strong tourism infrastructure, appeal to investors seeking both investment returns and family residence options.

For high-net-worth Indian families, Golden Visa Greece offers secure long-term residence rights within the European Union with renewable five-year residence permits, without the complexities of other EU programmes. The programme's straightforward property-based qualification suits Indian investment preferences while providing genuine European mobility.

The Golden Visa Greece programme requires minimum property investments of €400,000 in most parts of Greece and €800,000 in prime areas including Athens, Thessaloniki, select islands like Mykonos and Santorini, and all islands with permanent population over 3,100. The special threshold of minimum property investment of €250,000 applies to heritage-listed properties and converted commercial properties regardless of locality.

This represents exceptional value compared to other EU residency schemes, with no physical residency requirements and immediate family inclusion for spouse, unmarried children under the age of 21, and parents of both spouses.

Greek real estate offers diverse investment options from Athens commercial properties to luxury island villas. The market has shown consistent growth since 2018, with international demand driving key sectors. Investors particularly favour Athens Riviera properties and Cyclades island investments for their rental potential and capital appreciation prospects.

Investors who do not wish to apply for a Golden Visa or have already secured a Golden Visa through a previous investment may invest without the few restrictions the Golden Visa Greece Programme imposes.

Greece's EU membership provides Golden Visa holders with significant advantages: visa-free travel across 29 Schengen countries, potential path to Greek citizenship after seven years, and access to European banking and high return-on-investment opportunities. The favourable tax environment for property acquisition enhances investment returns for qualifying individuals.

Property ownership in Greece offers additional benefits including rental income potential, inheritance planning advantages, and portfolio diversification in European real estate markets. The tourism sector's strength provides consistent rental demand, particularly for well-located properties in Athens and island destinations.

Greece makes no distinctions between nationals/EU-nationals and third-country nationals, so foreign investors receive the same rights and obligations as any other property owner. With 67% of Greeks speaking at least one foreign language, 19% speaking two or more, and over 51% speaking English, communication is rarely a problem.

Navigating Greek property law and Golden Visa requirements requires specialized expertise. From initial property selection through residency permit acquisition, we coordinate all legal, administrative, and procedural aspects.

We provide comprehensive services including tax identification number acquisition, property title verification, bank account opening, Golden Visa Programme suitability assessment according to Greek Law 5038/2023 (as amended up to March 2025), and Golden Visa application submission and coordination. We assist with property structuring decisions, tax optimization strategies, company formations, and ongoing compliance obligations.

Our extensive experience in real estate conveyancing since 1950 – with a particular focus on international clients – enables efficient processing while maintaining the highest legal standards throughout the investment and residency process. Our full delegation services through power of attorney enable remote transaction completion without requiring physical presence in Greece.

For investors exploring Greek property investment and Golden Visa opportunities, we offer initial legal consultation to align investment objectives with residency eligibility. Our systematic approach ensures informed decision-making and successful completion of your European investment strategy.

Further details on Property Law and the Golden Visa procedure and services are available in our dedicated sections.