The Independent Means Visa in Greece (also known as the FIP Visa) offers residency to qualified individuals who can demonstrate a stable passive income from foreign sources.
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The FIP Visa program in Greece provides a pathway to residency for individuals with stable foreign-sourced passive income. This program is designed to attract retirees, digital nomads, and other individuals looking to establish residency in a European country with a high quality of life and favorable tax regime.
Overview
A pathway to residency for qualified individuals with passive income in Greece
Eligibility Requirements
Individuals with passive income from a foreign source
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Months to citizenship
Length of Visa
Initial 2-year residency, renewable for 3 years
Months to Visa
1-3 months
Physical Presence Requirement
183 days per year
Availability
High
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Submit application at the Greek consulate in your country of residence
Overview
Our experienced team will guide you through each stage of the application process, offering personalized assistance tailored to your needs.
We'll help you gather and organize the documents you need for applying.
Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.
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How long does it take to process an Independent Means Visa application?
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What types of income qualify as passive income?
How often do I need to renew my residency permit?
Can Independent Means Visa holders apply for Greek citizenship?
DOCUMENTS
Passport+State Issued ID+Four recent colored passport photographs
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Yes
Not applicable
Applicants must provide documentation proving they have sufficient financial means to support themselves without working in Greece
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
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