VillaGolden Visa
Akrotiri, Anemomiloi
€4,500,000
€10,791/m²
The Akrotiri Villa (For those who hear the Aegean calling.) You don’t buy a villa like this. You inhabit it. You step barefoot onto cool tile floors as morning light pours in…
Home·Golden Visa
Residency, with the keys.
Greece grants a renewable five-year residence permit to non-EU citizens who buy property above a set value. The threshold depends on where the property is: €800,000 in Attica, Thessaloniki and the larger islands — Crete included — and €400,000 across the rest of Greece. Either way the property must be at least 120 m². Every listing here is checked against the threshold that applies to its own region.
Golden Visa
What you get
A five-year permit
Renewable for as long as you keep the property, for you and your family.
Family included
Spouse or registered partner, children under 21, and the parents of both spouses.
No minimum stay
You do not have to live in Greece to keep the permit — unlike most residency routes.
Schengen travel
Visa-free movement in the Schengen area under the usual 90-in-180-day rule.
The rules that catch people out
01
One property, not a portfolio
The investment must be a single property that meets the threshold on its own. Two €400,000 apartments do not add up to eligibility.
02
120 m² minimum
Introduced in 2024. A €900,000 apartment of 95 m² does not qualify, however expensive it is.
03
Different thresholds by area
€800,000 applies in Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and islands over 3,100 residents — which includes Crete. Elsewhere it is €400,000.
04
No short-term rental
Property used for the permit cannot be let on short-term rental platforms. Long-term letting is allowed.
05
Paid by bank transfer
The full amount must move through the banking system and be traceable. Cash at the notary does not count.
Collection
31 properties in the collection qualify
Each of these clears both the €800,000 value and the 120 m² floor area on its own. Eligibility is still confirmed by your lawyer before you commit.
VillaGolden Visa
Chania, Prof. Ilias
€3,800,000
€5,531/m²
Exclusive 687 sqm Hilltop Luxury Estate – Panoramic Sea View | Chania, Crete 687 sqm Luxury Villa | ~1,000 sqm Total Built Area | 4,300 sqm Private Plot Prophet Elias, Chania,…
VillaGolden Visa
Gouves, Chani Kokkini
€2,500,000
€6,173/m²
In one of the most prestigious and fast-developing areas of Crete, in Kokini Hani – Gouves, this impressive modern villa of 405 sq.m., built in 2018 on a private plot of 11,457…
VillaGolden Visa
Heraklion Crete, Athanatoi
€2,350,000
€3,421/m²
For Sale: Luxurious Villa with Stunning Views and Unique Amenities 🏡 Discover ultimate luxury in this two-story residence with a basement, private indoor parking, elevator, and an…
Residential complexGolden Visa
Gorgolaini, Agios Mironas
€1,800,000
€3,088/m²
For sale an impressive complex of luxury suites in an ideal location near the picturesque village of Agios Myronas which is built on the ancient Minoan area of Rafkos. The Estate…
VillaGolden Visa
Akrotiri, Sternes
€1,790,000
€5,219/m²
Discover this luxury villa for sale in Chania Crete, located in Sternes, one of the most sought-after villages of the Akrotiri peninsula. The property combines comfort with high…
FAQ
Is it citizenship?
No. It is residency. Greek citizenship is a separate, much longer route that generally requires seven years of actual residence and a language exam.
Can I work in Greece on it?
The investor permit does not grant employment rights, although you may hold shares in and be a director of a Greek company. Take advice before assuming any working arrangement is covered.
What if I sell the property?
The permit is tied to the investment. Selling to a non-eligible buyer ends it, unless you reinvest in another qualifying property.
How long does the application take?
Biometrics are usually taken within weeks of filing and give you a receipt that allows travel; the card itself commonly takes several months.
Do the thresholds change?
They already have — €250,000 became €500,000, then €800,000 in the highest-demand areas. Any figure on this page is current guidance, not a guarantee for the year you buy.
This page is general information, not legal advice, and the Golden Visa framework has changed repeatedly since 2013. Under the Greek Sun is not a law firm. Your lawyer confirms eligibility, thresholds and process for your specific purchase.