How to obtain Greek citizenship: passport, Greek flag and an olive branch

Greece has warm and sunny weather all year round and is very conveniently located in the center of Europe. Has communication with mainland Europe.

Do you want to go to Greece not as a tourist, but to get a residence permit, and then citizenship? There's a long way to go, but it's worth it. There is a high level of income and a reliable banking system.

Economic sectors most developed in Greece:

  • agricultural sector;
  • tourism;
  • hotel and restaurant business;
  • shipping

There are several ways to obtain citizenship in Greece. And our experts will help you choose the best one for you.

Benefits of Greek citizenship:

  • mild climate;
  • inexpensive products;
  • The possibility of traveling within the Schengen area.

Please note: you can only obtain Greek citizenship if you know the Greek language. And his knowledge will need to be shown at the commission, which will conduct an interview for citizenship.

What are the options for obtaining Greek citizenship?

Greek citizenship can be obtained in the following ways:

  • employment;
  • business;
  • investment;
  • learning;
  • marriage;
  • repatriation;
  • family reunion;
  • automatic citizenship after 7 years of residence and purchase of a property of 250,000 Euro or more on the mainland or islands;
  • by birth;
  • refugee;
  • special merits in science and culture.

If you have enough money, the easiest way to get citizenship in Greece is through investment.

How to get citizenship in Greece if you don't own real estate? There is also the option of a lease agreement for a period of at least 10 years. The investor's children study freely at school and enter universities. Before or during the application for citizenship, you can live both in Greece and outside the country.

How to get citizenship in Greece?

The interview is held at the Greek Interior Ministry several times a year. Pre-registration of those wishing two years before the event.

Very different questions can be asked:

  • reasons for moving;
  • family composition;
  • private life;
  • they also check knowledge of national holidays, geography;
  • there may be questions about the political system, public life.

They can refuse if the length of service is insufficient, there are outstanding debts, or you simply answered uncertainly at the interview.

Contact Сrystal.tax, and they will help you prepare for the interview, draw up a package of documents, and make the most favorable impression on the commission.

If you want to get citizenship in Greece without spending too much time and nerves, or you need help choosing investment options:

  • call us;
  • write an email;
  • Chat online.
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Maksym Stepanenko

Maksym Stepanenko

Managing Partner, Crystal Tax

International client projects since 2012: company structures, tax, immigration, DUNS and NCAGE. 50+ jurisdictions.

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