🇬🇷 Greece · Employer-sponsored work
Dependent employment and provision of services or work - Initial granting under Article 15, paragraph 1 (Law 4251/14) or first renewal (change of residence purpose). — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €780 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 9,360 |
| Proof of savings | €15,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €166 |
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://apdattikis.gov.gr/en/documents/.
- Typical processing: ~42 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €780.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“For the dependent-employment mobility category the contract must state 'that the remuneration is equal to the monthly earnings of an unskilled worker, as defined by the respective National General Collective Labor Agreement'. Salary is defined by reference to the collective agreement (unskilled-worker earnings), with no absolute figure on the page.”
“Proof of having submitted an application to the respective public insurance agency (IKA) to cover the costs of healthcare.”
“1.1.1 Dependent employment... - Initial granting under Article 15, paragraph 1... Duration: 2 years. A separate 'Long-Term Resident Permit (Renewal for a Ten-Year Period)' category exists; this dependent-employment permit is a 2-3 year renewable temporary permit, page silent on PR for it.”
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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.