How to Get Your Golden Visa

A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Greek Residency Journey

At Golden Bridge, we offer independent, transparent legal services tailored to your personal goals and investment profile. From the first consultation to the moment your residence permit is issued, our legal team is with you at every step making your transition to life in Greece seamless and stress-free.

1

Explore Investment Opportunities with Expert Guidance

To apply for the Greek Golden Visa, you must make a qualifying investment in Greece. We help you identify the most suitable route based on your preferences and financial profile.

Once we understand your goals, we craft a customized strategy that optimizes your investment while ensuring full compliance with Greek law.

2

Legal Representation & Documentation

To start the process, you'll issue a Power of Attorney (POA), allowing us to handle your application and represent you to all Greek authorities.

This can be done:

  • In person in Greece before a Notary
  • Remotely at a Greek Consulate abroad

Afterwards, we will:

  • Register your Greek Tax Identification Number (AFM)
  • Open a Greek bank account
  • Guide you through the required documents, translations, and certifications
3

Secure and Finalize Your Investment

Once your investment decision is made, our legal team takes full control of the execution.

This includes:

  • Due diligence on real estate or financial instruments
  • Negotiating terms and preparing contracts
  • Handling tax filings, registrations, and notary processes
  • Completing the purchase or financial transaction
  • Ensuring all paperwork meets Golden Visa eligibility standards

All transactions are conducted with your prior written approval, and your legal proxy is always a licensed attorney, registered with the Greek Bar Association.

4

Submit Your Application Remotely

After the investment is concluded, we submit your full Golden Visa application and all supporting documentation directly to the competent Greek authorities without the need for you to travel at this stage.

Key Points:

  • You may choose to apply for your family members (spouse, children, parents) at the same time or later
  • Once submitted, you'll receive a confirmation receipt with photo (commonly called "blue paper"), which acts as a temporary one-year residence permit within Greece, pending final approval
5

Biometric Data Collection (One Visit Required)

To complete the process, a single visit to Greece is required even just for one day to provide biometric data at the immigration office.

You and any accompanying family members must provide:

  • Fingerprints (for applicants over 6 years old)
  • Signature sample (for applicants over 12)

Important Notes:

  • This must be done within 6 months of application submission
  • Late submissions may incur a small administrative fee
  • If required, we guide you in applying for the appropriate entry visa to Greece:
    • Schengen Visa (Type C) – for short-term entry
    • National Visa (Type D) – for longer stays up to 365 days
6

Receive Your Residence Permit

Once biometric data is submitted, the final residence permit is typically issued within 2 months.

Upon approval:

  • We collect the card on your behalf
  • You can receive it by courier in your country, or
  • Pick it up from our office during your next visit

The Greek Golden Visa is valid for 5 years and can be renewed indefinitely, as long as the qualifying investment is maintained.