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Greece has always brought in people from other countries who want a base in Europe. But now, the Golden Visa program is not as simple as it used to be. New changes have increased the amount of money you need to put in for top spots. There are also stricter rules for property. Now, more people look at how outside money changes places where people live. Even so, many still want to get the Golden Visa, and there is a lot of interest in Greece from buyers.
A More Selective Route for International Investors
If you are looking into greece citizenship by investment, you need to know the difference between citizenship and residency. Greece’s Golden Visa is really a residence-by-investment program. Getting a residence permit does not mean you get Greek citizenship. This program gives non-EU nationals a residence permit if they meet the rules for investment.
The biggest change is that real estate investment limits have been changed. Now, the lowest amount you need to invest is usually:
- €800,000 in Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and on bigger islands with more people.
- €400,000 in many other places in Greece.
- €250,000 for some property fixes or restore jobs that meet certain rules.
The government brought in these changes to help move investment away from the country’s areas that feel the most pressure in housing.
| Investment route | Current threshold | Key consideration |
| High-demand locations | €800,000 | Applies to specified major markets and islands |
| Other eligible areas | €400,000 | Location and property eligibility matter |
| Certain conversions/restorations | €250,000 | Special conditions apply |
| Investor residence | Varies | Documentation and legal compliance are required |
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