Among European countries offering residency by investment, the Greek immigration policy is favored by Chinese investors due to its low requirements for applicants, no need for proof of asset origin, no requirement for medical examinations or criminal record certificates, and a minimum investment of only 250,000 euros. According to the latest news released by the European Commission on April 24, Greece achieved its first budget surplus in 21 years last year, with the 2016 primary budget surplus reaching approximately 4.2% of GDP, well above the 3.5% target set by international creditors.
Greece Immigration Requirements:
1. The main applicant must be at least 18 years of age;
2. Purchase property in Greece worth at least 250,000 euros;
3. No criminal record.
Advantages of the Greece Immigration Program:
1. High Cost-Effectiveness: Obtain a green card through a highly cost-effective property purchase in Europe.
2. Low Investment Amount: Only 250,000 euros required for property purchase to obtain a green card in one step.
3. No Residency Requirement: There are no residency requirements after obtaining the green card.
4. Low European Tax Rates: Only 3% transaction tax and 0.1-0.7% annual property tax, representing low property purchase taxes in Europe.
5. Low Property Prices: Greek property market values have dropped by nearly 50% since before the economic crisis; with the economy recovering, there is significant room for price appreciation.
6. Simple Application Requirements: No need to provide proof of education, management experience, source of funds, or medical examinations.
Compared to other European countries, the investment amount for the Greece property investment immigration program is the lowest. It requires the applicant to be over 18 years old, the investment amount for the property purchase is minimal, and the cost of living in Greece is among the lowest, allowing one to enjoy a high quality of life. At the same time, the immigration threshold is very low with no other restrictions; for example, you do not need to speak Greek, nor do you need a high level of education. As long as you can invest 250,000 euros or more, you can obtain the right to immigrate, making it a very convenient option.
