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The government is encouraging expats to buy property in Greece and to invest in the tourism industry. Every foreigner needs to get a residence permit. However
EU citizens do not need a visa to enter the country and stay for less than three months
EU citizens, as well as citizens of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland do not require an entry visa just need to present their passport or identity card when entering the country
Citizens of all other countries must apply for a three-month entry visa at a Greek consulate prior to moving to Greece for employment purposes can be offered a five-year residence permit in case of buying property valued at a minimum of 250,000 EUR.
***These residence permits can be renewed as long as the property remains in the permit holder’s possession
This “D” type one-entry visa for either dependent employment or freelance work require the following documents:
i. application form completed either in English or Greek passport (valid for at least three months after expiration of visa)
ii. one biometric passport photo medical certificate filled out by a licensed doctor proof of medical insurance valid in Greece, excerpt from the penal register issued by your country of origin or current residence – Biometric data will be taken from the applicant during their visit.
Investors or Entrepreneurs
Need to complete a similar procedure to the one outlined above residence permits will also be issued to family members (spouse and minor children) the permit is valid for two years and can then be prolonged every two years, provided the economic activity continues and all taxes have been paid Investors are issued a residence permit for the development of investment activity do agree to invest at least 300,000 EUR in activities that will benefit the Greek economy. Entrepreneurs should apply for a residence permit for practicing independent economic activity must prove that you have at least 60,000 EUR at your disposal.
NOTE THAT:
*All documents must be in English or Greek
**Residence permits for employment purposes are initially issued for one year
***They must be renewed within two months of expiration
****The renewed residence permit must be prolonged every two years
*****For more information on the difference between “executive” and “regular staff” residence permits, please consult the How to Work and Live in Greece brochure, published by the Greek government’s Invest in Greece Agency.
Accommodation in Greece
A lot of expats decide to rent in Greece. Greek law requires a rental contract to be valid for a minimum of three years. Rental prices vary in Greece, but are often highest in Athens. A deposit of two months’ rent is usually due upon signing, and one month’s notice must be given before moving out. Expats are generally allowed to buy property anywhere in Greece (in fact it is actively encouraged by the government) except for in designated ‘border areas’. To buy property in these areas, non-EU citizens need special permission from the Ministry of Interior. The process is easier for EU citizens and permission is granted by a special committee. If you are buying property valued at over EUR 104,700, you must hire a lawyer, who will help guide you through the process of purchasing property in Greece. This usually ends up costing 1-1.5% of the value of the property. The following websites are useful for searching for property either to buy or to rent: Home Greek Home PropertyGR A Property in Greece.
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Education in Greece
Education is compulsory in Greece from ages 6 to 15. The school system is comprised of a six-year primary school and a three-year lower secondary school, followed by a non-compulsory upper secondary school. The upper secondary schools can be either academic or technical in nature.
Most Greek children attend public schools. Plenty of non-compulsory private and public preschools and kindergartens are also available in Greece. Children can start attending preschool at the age of 1,5 and then continue on to kindergarten before starting primary school.
Greece also has many good international schools. Thirteen schools in Greece offer an International Baccalaureate degree, which makes it easier to study at universities outside of Greece after graduation. Most of the international schools are located in Athens, but there are a few in Thessaloniki. Several languages of instruction are offered, including English, French, German and Japanese. The selection of international schools offers an English-language education, mostly in Athens: International School Athens Saint Catherine’s British School Campion School American Community School Athens Top Expat Destinations in Greece Athens Athens has a population of just nearly four million.