Updated: 20 May 2026.
Important 2026 update : Greece: Golden Visa thresholds restructured, ETIAS not yet in operation
The Greek Golden Visa thresholds were restructured: €800,000 in Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu, Rhodes, Crete and Zakynthos; €400,000 elsewhere (minimum 120 m²); €250,000 only for renovation/conversion projects or the new Start-Up Investment route. The 5-year permit now runs from issuance, not application date. The European EES is fully operational since 10 April 2026.
Effective: Thresholds in force; backdating rule changed in 2026
Source: MFA Greece / Enterprise Greece
| Key Facts : Greece for Japanese Citizens | |
|---|---|
| Visa Required | Visa-Free : 90 days / 180-day period |
| ETIAS | Required once launched (expected 2026) |
| Fee | Visa fee: None for eligible visa-exempt short stays |
| Max Stay | 90 days in any 180-day period |
| Processing | Visa processing: No visa application required |
| Apply At | travel-europe.europa.eu (ETIAS official site, once live) |
Do Japanese Citizens Need a Visa for Greece?
Japanese passport holders enjoy visa-free access to Greece and the entire Schengen Area for short stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. No visa application is required for tourism, visiting family, or short business trips.
Entry Requirements
- Valid passport (recommended 3+ months validity beyond planned stay)
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Travel / health insurance (recommended)
- Accommodation proof (hotel booking or host invitation)
Last updated: March 2026. Always verify current requirements at Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs (mfa.gr) before travel.