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Greece Digital Nomad Visa
Greece offers one of Europe’s most flexible and attractive remote work residency options through its Digital Nomad Visa. Designed for non-EU nationals, this visa allows remote workers, freelancers, and self-employed professionals to live legally in Greece while working for employers or clients based abroad.
With its Mediterranean lifestyle, affordable cost of living, and visa-free access to 29 Schengen countries, Greece provides the perfect balance between work and leisure for digital professionals and their families.
At Coates Global, our experienced legal team ensures a smooth and hassle-free application process — managing everything from eligibility checks to final residency approval.
Greece Residency is extended to spouses and dependent children, offering remote workers and entrepreneurs a secure European base with complete lifestyle freedom.
Key Features of the Programme
– 1-year residence visa, renewable with further residence permit
– Minimum monthly income requirement: €3,500
– Additional income required for family inclusion: +20% for spouse, +15% per child
– Work remotely for foreign companies or clients only — no local employment
– No minimum stay requirement to maintain the visa (unless for tax purposes)
– Visa-free travel within 29 Schengen countries
– Residence permit renewable every 2 years
– Family inclusion: Spouse and dependent children
– Favourable tax benefits for new residents committing to stay longer
Greece Digital Nomad Visa Processing Time
The processing time for the Greece Digital Nomad Visa depends on where you apply and the volume of applications. Coates Global ensures a smooth and efficient process to minimise delays. Here’s an overview of the typical timeline:
The Digital Nomad Visa application typically takes 10 to 15 working days to process when submitted at the Greek Consulate in your home country. For visa-free nationals and those with valid Schengen visas applying within Greece, the timeline may vary slightly depending on local processing.
Once your visa is approved and you arrive in Greece, you can apply for a Digital Nomad Residence Permit if you plan to stay beyond 12 months. The residence permit application process takes approximately 6 to 8 weeks after submitting biometric data and supporting documents to the Greek immigration authorities. Processing times may vary based on the volume of applications and individual case complexity.
Eligibility & Financial Requirements
To qualify for the Greece Digital Nomad Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria set by Greek immigration authorities.
- Applicants must work remotely for an employer or clients based outside of Greece. This includes remote employees, freelancers, and self-employed professionals operating international businesses. Applicants cannot be employed by a Greek company or generate income within Greece.
- The primary applicant must demonstrate a minimum net monthly income of €3,500. This threshold increases for family members included in the application — an additional 20% is required for a spouse and 15% for each dependent child.For example:
For a family of four (applicant, spouse, and two children), the required monthly income would be:
€3,500 + €700 (spouse) + €525 x 2 (children) = €5,250 per month. - Income must be proven through bank statements, payslips, contracts, or other acceptable documentation covering the past three months.
- Applicants must also secure long-term accommodation in Greece before the application submission, either by renting or owning property.
- Private health insurance valid in Greece is required for the main applicant and all dependants.
- Applicants must hold a clean criminal record from their country of residence, and their passport must be valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay.
During your application, our team provides clear guidance, timeline tracking, and support tailored to your family’s specific needs.
Expenses & Fees
In addition to meeting the financial requirements, there are also government, legal, and administrative costs.
- Government Visa Application Fee: Approximately €75 per applicant (payable at the Greek Consulate abroad).
- Residence Permit Fee (for stays beyond 12 months): €150 per applicant (payable within Greece).
- Private Health Insurance: €300 to €1,000 per person annually, depending on age and coverage level.
- Document Translation & Legalisation: €300 to €500 depending on the number and type of documents.
- Administrative Costs: €100 to €300 for services such as obtaining a Greek Tax Identification Number (AFM), opening a local bank account, and attending biometric appointments.
- Legal & Professional Fees: €9,000 to €15,000 depending on case complexity and the number of applicants (covering full legal assistance and application management).
Frequently Asked Questions
The Greece Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers, freelancers, and self-employed individuals to live in Greece while working for employers or clients based outside the country.
Applicants must be non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals working remotely for employers or clients outside Greece. They must also meet the minimum income requirement of €3,500 per month, with additional amounts required for dependents.
Yes, you can include your spouse and dependent children in your application. Additional income is required: 20% (€700) for a spouse and 15% (€525) for each dependent child.
Yes, non-visa nationals and those holding a valid Schengen visa can apply for the Digital Nomad Visa while already in Greece. Other applicants must apply through the Greek Consulate in their home country.
No, the Digital Nomad Visa only allows you to work for employers or clients based outside of Greece.
The Digital Nomad Visa is valid for 12 months. If you plan to stay longer, you can apply for a Digital Nomad Residence Permit, which is valid for up to 2 years and renewable for successive 2-year periods.
No, the Greece Digital Nomad visa does not lead to permanent residency or citizenship.
Yes, visa-free nationals (e.g., British or American citizens) and those with valid Schengen visas can apply directly in Greece.
To maintain your Digital Nomad Visa, you must reside in Greece for most of the year, at least 183 days in a year.
The primary applicant must have a net monthly income of at least €3,500. Additional income is required for dependents: €700 for a spouse and €525 per child.
Yes, applicants must have comprehensive health insurance valid in Greece to cover medical emergencies and repatriation.
Yes, the Digital Nomad Visa allows visa-free travel across all 29 Schengen countries for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Yes, Greece offers a 50% reduction in income tax for the first seven years to eligible individuals relocating to Greece, provided they stay for at least two years.
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