To help you see how Greece compares, here is a look at some key competitor programs.
Greece Golden Visa
· Minimum Investment: €250,000 (special cases) to €800,000 · Residency Requirement: None · Path to Citizenship: 7 years · Key Advantage: Direct real estate ownership, expansive family inclusion
Portugal Golden Visa
· Minimum Investment: €280,000+ (funds, cultural support) · Residency Requirement: 7 days per year (avg.) · Path to Citizenship: 5 years · Key Advantage: Faster citizenship path, but real estate route is closed
Malta Permanent Residence
· Minimum Investment: €150,000+ (rent) + donations/fees · Residency Requirement: None · Path to Citizenship: 5 years (separate naturalization program) · Key Advantage: Lower initial investment, English-speaking environment
Latvia Investor Visa
· Minimum Investment: €50,000 (company investment) · Residency Requirement: None · Path to Citizenship: 10 years (via permanent residency) · Key Advantage: Lowest cost EU residency option