🇬🇷 Greece · Employer-sponsored work
Renewal of a ten-year residence permit for employment in cases where the basic requirements for long-term resident status are not met (Articles 15 and 138 par.1) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,000 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 24,000 |
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €916 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 120 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migration.gov.gr/.
- Typical processing: ~90 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,000.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://migration.gov.gr/ · verified 2026-06-24
Minimum annual salary
https://migration.gov.gr/ · verified 2026-06-24
Proof of savings
https://migration.gov.gr/ · verified 2026-06-24
Job offer
https://migration.gov.gr/ · verified 2026-06-24
Employer sponsor
https://migration.gov.gr/ · verified 2026-06-24
Age range
https://migration.gov.gr/ · verified 2026-06-24
Application fee
https://migration.gov.gr/ · verified 2026-06-24
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.