🇬🇷 Greece · Employer-sponsored work
EU Blue Card (Law 4251/2014, art. 114) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,660 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 2,000 |
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
| Minimum investment | €50,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Language level | B2 |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €300 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migration.gov.gr/eu-blue-card/.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,660.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Καθορισμός ορίου απολαβών για Απασχόληση Υψηλής Εξειδίκευσης — page only links to a PDF defining the high-skill salary threshold; no figure is stated on the page itself.”
“Διευκρινιστικά έγγραφα απασχόλησης υψηλής εξειδίκευσης ... Καθορισμός ορίου απολαβών από εργασία υψηλής εξειδίκευσης (Clarifying documents for high-specialisation employment ... Determination of the salary threshold from high-specialisation employment).”
“EU Blue Card landing page lists circulars only; silent on permanent residence.”
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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.