🇬🇷 Greece · Permanent Settlement
Long-term Resident/Initial Grant of Status under Articles 89 and 90 (Law 4251/14) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Language level | A2 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €166 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 60 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://apdattikis.gov.gr/en/process/4-1-1-long-term-resident-initial-grant-of-status-under-articles-89-and-90-law-4251-14/.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Language level
Application fee
Open to all nationalities
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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 2026-06-25.