Chinese nationals can apply for the Greece Golden Visa. The thresholds changed under a zone based reform, so the entry point now depends on where the property sits. This page sets out the current position.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
The Greek Golden Visa is open to non European Union investors, and Chinese nationals are among the largest groups of applicants historically. There is no nationality bar. Eligibility rests on a qualifying investment and standard background checks.
Confirm the current document list and background requirements with the Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum before you commit funds.
The property route now runs on three zones. Prime areas such as the Region of Attica, the Regional Units of Thessaloniki, Mykonos and Santorini, and islands with a population above 3,100, carry an EUR 800,000 minimum. Other regions carry an EUR 400,000 minimum. For these two tiers the property must generally meet a minimum living area of 120 square metres.
A reduced EUR 250,000 minimum remains for specific projects, namely converting a commercial building to residential use or restoring a listed building, regardless of location. Confirm which zone and project type applies before you buy.
The Golden Visa grants a renewable residence permit tied to keeping the qualifying investment. Processing times vary with caseload and document readiness, so confirm the present timeline with the official authority.
The permit does not require the investor to live in Greece to keep it, which is a feature many applicants weigh against routes that demand physical presence.
Indicative investment thresholds are shown below by zone. Taxes, government fees and professional costs sit on top and change over time, so confirm them with the official authority.
| Zone or route | Minimum investment | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Prime areas, Zone A | EUR 800,000 | Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, larger islands; 120 square metre minimum |
| Other regions, Zone B | EUR 400,000 | 120 square metre minimum |
| Conversion or restoration | EUR 250,000 | Commercial to residential, or listed building restoration |
| Government and legal fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Set by Greek authorities |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. The visa is open to non European Union investors, including Chinese nationals. The thresholds changed under the zone reform. Confirm current rules with the Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum.
The reduced EUR 250,000 threshold remains for converting a commercial property to residential use or restoring a listed building. Standard property thresholds are EUR 400,000 or EUR 800,000 depending on the zone.
The Golden Visa generally does not require physical residence to retain the permit, though you must keep the qualifying investment. Verify the present settings with the official authority.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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