What is Greece golden visa and who does it cover?

These Greece golden visa application requirements and budget limits are determined in 3 stages according to the regions: 800,000 € limit: A single property of at least 120 m² in width must be purchased in regions with high demand such as Athens (Attica region), Thessaloniki, Mykonos and Santorini. This lower limit is valid for investors looking for apartments for sale in Athens. €400,000 limit: in mainland cities and small islands outside premium areas, a single property investment of at least 120 m² is sufficient. €250,000 limit (exempt zone): regardless of location, the minimum investment amount for commercial-to-residential conversion projects or historic buildings with restoration conditions is still 250,000 euros.

Can I get European residence and Schengen visa-free travel rights by buying a house in Greece?

Yes. It is possible to obtain a European residence permit for the whole family by investing in real estate in Greece under legal conditions. Golden visa holders can travel visa-free for up to 90 days in every 180 days, taking advantage of free movement in Schengen countries.

How long does it take to apply for a Greece golden visa and can the process be managed remotely?
Following the preparation of official documents and property acquisition procedures, the golden visa application process is generally completed in 4 to 6 months by official authorities. Investors can start the process remotely by giving a power of attorney to a lawyer without going to Greece; They physically visit the country only at the biometric data (fingerprint) stage.
Does it make sense to invest in Greece and does it provide permanent residence?
Yes. Greece is one of the most logical and preferred countries for real estate investment in Europe due to its euro-based rental income, property value increase and the quality of life it offers. As long as the acquired property is not sold and the program conditions are maintained, the investor card is renewed indefinitely every 5 years.
İstanbul’da hangi bölgeler yatırım için daha yüksek potansiyele sahip?
İstanbul'da yatırım stratejisi hedefe göre değişir. Merkezi bölgeler (Beşiktaş, Şişli, Kağıthane) yüksek kira getirisi sağlarken; yeni gelişim aksları (Başakşehir, Arnavutköy hattı) ulaşım projeleriyle uzun vadeli prim potansiyeli sunar.
Branded housing projects that comply with earthquake regulations always provide faster liquidity and safer investment opportunities.
What are the conditions for citizenship through property purchase in Turkey?
Yabancı yatırımcılar için Türk Vatandaşlığı programında temel eşik, mülkün en az 400.000 USD değerinde olmasıdır. Bu süreçte dikkat edilmesi gereken iki ana kural vardır:
• 3 Yıl Şerhi: Satın alınan mülkün tapu kaydına 3 yıl boyunca satılmayacağına dair şerh konulur.
• Eksper Raporu: Taşınmazın değerinin SPK lisanslı değerleme kuruluşlarınca onaylanması zorunludur.
Does Greece golden visa provide direct citizenship?
Hayır, program doğrudan vatandaşlık vermez. Ancak Golden Visa ile oturum izni alan, Yunanistan'da fiilen yaşayıp yılda 183 günden fazla kalarak vergi mukimi olan ve Yunanca dil yeterliliğini kanıtlayan yatırımcılar, 7 yıllık yasal oturum süreci sonunda Yunanistan vatandaşlığına başvuru yapma hakkı kazanabilirler.
Önemli Yasal Not: Güncel mevzuata göre, Golden Visa yoluyla satın alınan konutların Airbnb gibi kısa dönemli turistik amaçlarla kiralanması yasaklanmıştır. Mülkler sadece uzun dönemli konut kiralama modelinde değerlendirilebilir.