Greece · Digital Nomad Visa

Digital Nomad Visa

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-07-07 · Our methodology

4/10 diff

Moderate

Greece digital nomad visa. Existing captured source evidence states legal residence as a remote worker for up to one yea…

Min income

€3,500/mo

Processing

—

Path to PR

Difficulty

4/10 — Moderate

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Direct answer

Greece digital nomad visa. Existing captured source evidence states legal residence as a remote worker for up to one year, with a separate residence permit path afterwards. Stored initial visa duration as 12 months.

At a Glance

Visa Duration

12 months

Processing Time

—

Min Income

€3,500/mo

Path to PR

Difficulty

4/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

Requirement	Details
Sponsorship Required	No
Health Insurance Required	No

Financial Requirements

Item	Amount
Minimum Income	€3,500/mo

Application Timeline

Remote Work Documentation

14–30 days

Gather remote work proof, bank statements, health insurance, accommodation evidence

Blocker: Remote income verification, insurance coverage validation

Consulate Application

3–7 days

Apply at Greek consulate with required documents and fees (€1,000 base + €150 per family member)

Blocker: Consulate appointment availability, document completeness

Visa Processing

60–90 days

Official review and approval by Greek immigration authorities

Blocker: Income verification delays, background checks

Entry and Registration

1–3 days

Enter Greece and register residence within legal timeframe

Blocker: Travel logistics, accommodation confirmation

Extension Application (Optional)

30–60 days

Apply for 2-year residence permit extension before initial visa expires

Blocker: Continued income proof, maintained accommodation

Family & Rights

Right	Details
Path to Permanent Residency	No

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Athens

Single (monthly)€2,330

Family (monthly)€3,750

Rent 1BR (center)€950

Groceries€582

Transport pass€140

Thessaloniki

Single (monthly)€1,403

Family (monthly)€2,500

Rent 1BR (center)€475

Groceries€351

Transport pass€84

Patras

Single (monthly)€1,593

Family (monthly)€2,850

Rent 1BR (center)€550

Groceries€398

Transport pass€96

Heraklion (Crete)

Single (monthly)€1,509

Family (monthly)€2,578

Rent 1BR (center)€573

Groceries€377

Transport pass€91

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Digital Nomad Visa?

What are the financial requirements for the Digital Nomad Visa?

Applicants need minimum income of €3,500/mo. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the Digital Nomad Visa lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Greece?

Yes. Greece offers 21 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Greece country page.

What is the cost of living in Greece?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Athens: €2,330/mo; Thessaloniki: €1,403/mo; Patras: €1,593/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

Requirements on this page are based on this official/primary source:

workfromgreece.gr

Data last verified: 2026-07-07 · See our methodology

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