Greece offers a compelling combination: Mediterranean lifestyle, ancient culture, excellent climate, affordable cost of living by EU standards, world-class cuisine and a strong expat community. The Financially Independent Person visa and a generous non-dom tax regime make it increasingly attractive to retirees and remote workers.
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| Capital | Athens |
| Currency | Euro (€) |
| Language | Greek |
| Monthly cost | ~$1,500–3,000/month |
| Visa Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Financially Independent Person Visa (FIP) | For non-EU citizens with passive income. Requires €2,000/month (€250 per additional adult, €150 per child). No work in Greece allowed. 2-year renewable permit. Must spend 183 days/year in Greece. |
| Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) | For remote workers with non-Greek employers/clients. Income ≥€3,500/month. 1-year permit, renewable once. Fast processing. |
| Golden Visa | Investment residency: real estate ≥€250,000 (higher in Athens, Thessaloniki: ≥€800,000 since Aug 2023). No stay requirement. 5-year renewable. Includes family. |
| Non-Dom Tax Regime | Flat €100,000/year tax on all foreign-source income (regardless of actual income amount). Ideal for high-income individuals. Apply in the first year of residency. Valid 15 years. |
| EU/EEA Citizen | Free movement rights. Register at the local municipality. No investment or income requirement. |
Greece has a universal public health system (ESY — Ethniko Systima Ygeias). Legal residents with an AMKA social security number can access public hospitals and health centres (Κέντρα Υγείας). The system has faced austerity-related challenges but has improved significantly. Wait times can be long.
Private clinics and hospitals in Athens and Thessaloniki (Hygeia, MITERA, Metropolitan Hospital, Henry Dunant) offer high-quality English-language care. Quality in major cities is excellent; rural areas rely more on the public system.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Public hospital consultation (with AMKA) | €5–20 co-payment |
| Private GP consultation | €60–100 |
| Private specialist | €80–200 |
| Private hospitalisation (per night) | €300–1,000 |
| Dental cleaning (private) | €60–100 |
| Prescription medicines | Partially subsidised for AMKA holders |
Private health insurance is not legally required for FIP or DNV visa holders (but you must demonstrate coverage for the visa application). Even after obtaining residency and AMKA access, private insurance is recommended for faster service and English-speaking doctors.
A Greek bank account is required for paying rent, utilities, taxes and visa-related financial proof. An AFM (Greek tax number) is mandatory before account opening.
EU/EEA citizens can freely buy property in Greece. Non-EU citizens can also buy (with some restrictions in border regions requiring special permits). Greece's Golden Visa requires minimum property investment of €250,000 (€800,000 in Athens, Thessaloniki and certain islands since August 2023).
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Property transfer tax | 3.09% of objective (tax) value |
| Notary fees | 0.8–1% of property value |
| Land Registry fee | 0.475–0.575% |
| Lawyer fees | 1–2% |
| ENFIA (annual property tax) | Variable — typically €200–2,000/year depending on location and size |
| Agent commission | 2% + VAT (paid by buyer in most cases) |
This guide is researched and maintained by the editorial team at eVisa-Card.com. 最后更新：2026年3月。 Always verify current requirements with official government sources and consult a licensed professional before making major decisions.
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