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Greece
"Greece Golden Visa gave our family EU residency at a fraction of other programs' cost. The islands offer lifestyle our kids will remember forever."
Golden Visa Program
- Investment requirement: €250,000 real estate (outside major urban centers); €400,000-€800,000 in Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini (depending on location)
- Includes spouse, children under 21, and dependent parents
- Residency renewable every 5 years (as long as property retained)
- No minimum stay requirement to maintain residency
- Visa-free travel throughout Schengen Area
- Citizenship eligible after 7 years of residency (requires Greek language proficiency, cultural integration)
- Processing 3-6 months
Company Formation
- IKE (Private Company) or AE (Societe Anonyme) structures available
- 22% corporate tax rate (24% for larger companies)
- Shipping companies benefit from favorable tonnage tax regime (Greece is major global shipping center)
- VAT 24% standard rate (reduced rates for islands, specific sectors)
- Substance required: local presence, accounting, tax filings
- Used for trading, consulting, tourism, real estate holding
- Bureaucracy challenging; local advisors essential
Tax Considerations
- Personal income tax progressive up to 44%
- Capital gains tax 15% on real estate, securities
- Non-dom regime available: flat €100,000 annual tax on foreign income for new residents transferring tax residency to Greece (applies for 15 years)
- Treaty network covers 50+ countries
- Real estate property tax (ENFIA) applies annually based on value
- Inheritance and gift tax on worldwide assets for residents
Lifestyle & Market
- Mediterranean climate, high quality of life, rich culture and history
- Affordable compared to Western Europe (outside prime tourist areas)
- Growing digital nomad and expat community
- EU single market access for businesses
- Healthcare system improving; private healthcare recommended
- Tourism-driven economy with seasonal variations
- Infrastructure improving with EU investment
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