In 2013, riding the wave of European investment immigration, Greece introduced its own policy, launching the "Golden Visa" program through property investment. Since then, it has gained widespread attention and rapid popularity within the immigration community. What is the application process for Greece investment immigration? This is a question of concern for many investors.
The application process for Greece investment immigration is as follows:
1. Consultation and signing of service agreements and power of attorney.
2. Preparation and review of application documents and proof of assets, submission to the consulate, and opening of a bank account.
3. Consulate review of documents and issuance of a one-time inspection visa.
4. The applicant may travel to Greece for an inspection (at their own expense) and select government-approved property projects.
5. Appointment of a lawyer.
6. Appointment of a notary public.
7. Application for a tax identification number.
8. Property transfer.
9. Signing of the sales contract.
10. Activation of the property transfer at the Land Registry.
11. Application for residency (5 years), which is not permanent residency and is renewable every 5 years.
Greece is located at the southern tip of the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. It borders Bulgaria, North Macedonia, and Albania to the north, and Turkey to the east. It is bordered by the Aegean Sea to the east, and the Ionian and Mediterranean Seas to the southwest. Greece is known as the cradle of Western civilization, possesses a long history, and has had a significant impact on the historical development of three continents.