Long-stay visas (Type D)
Greek Digital Nomad Visa and Residence Permit
Route for remote workers, freelancers and employees serving clients or employers outside Greece to live in the country while continuing to work online.
Under review — check current rules
Important information
- Issued by
- Greek consulate (visa) and Ministry of Migration and Asylum (permit)
- National visa duration
- Up to 12 months
- Residence permit
- Longer-term permit, renewable, family members included
- Income source
- Must come from employers/clients outside Greece
Who it's for
Non-EU remote workers — employees, freelancers or self-employed people — whose work can be done from anywhere and whose income comes from outside Greece, who want to base themselves in Greece.
Requirements
- Proof of remote employment or self-employment / freelance activity for parties outside Greece
- Evidence of stable, sufficient monthly income from abroad (higher amounts for a spouse and each child)
- Valid passport
- Health insurance valid in Greece
- Criminal record certificate and proof of accommodation in Greece
What you can do
- Live in Greece while working remotely for foreign employers or clients
- Bring your spouse and children under the residence permit
- Travel within the Schengen area
- Extend the stay by moving from the national visa to the residence permit
How to apply
Apply for the national (Type D) digital-nomad visa at the Greek consulate for your area of residence, providing proof of remote activity and income. Since 2026 the first application must be made abroad at a consulate rather than in-country. To stay beyond the visa, apply for the digital-nomad residence permit through the Ministry of Migration and Asylum after arrival.
Documents
- Statement / contract showing remote work for parties outside Greece
- Bank statements or income evidence meeting the monthly threshold
- Passport and photographs
- Health insurance certificate
- Criminal record certificate and proof of accommodation
Frequently asked questions
No. The route is for remote work whose income comes from employers or clients based outside Greece.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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