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Long-stay visas (Type D)

Greek Residence Permit for Financially Independent Persons (FIP)

Residence route for non-EU nationals with stable passive income from abroad who want to live in Greece without working locally, often used for retirement.

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The minimum income is widely reported as €3,500 per month (with +20% for a spouse and +15% per child) under Law 5038/2023, but this figure was not confirmed against a single official Ministry page; verify before stating it as fact.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Greece government website before you apply.
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Issued by
Consulate (visa) and Ministry of Migration and Asylum (permit)
Duration
Three-year residence permit, renewable
Income type
Stable passive income from outside Greece (pension, rent, dividends, etc.)
Work in Greece
Not permitted under this permit

Who it's for

Non-EU nationals — frequently retirees — who have sufficient, stable income from outside Greece and want to live in Greece without taking up local employment.

Requirements

  • Proof of stable passive income from sources outside Greece meeting the monthly minimum
  • Higher income where a spouse and/or children accompany the applicant
  • National (Type D) visa for financially independent residence
  • Health insurance valid in Greece
  • Criminal record certificate and proof of accommodation

What you can do

  • Live in Greece for the permit's duration and renew it
  • Include family members (spouse and dependent children)
  • Travel within the Schengen area
  • Count residence toward EU long-term resident status over time

How to apply

Apply for the national visa for financially independent persons at the competent Greek consulate, evidencing your income and its foreign source. After entering Greece, apply for the FIP residence permit through the Ministry of Migration and Asylum's electronic platform. Some applicants prove means through a lump-sum deposit instead of monthly income.

Documents

  • Evidence of passive income (pension statements, rental income, dividends, bank statements)
  • Passport and national (Type D) visa
  • Health insurance certificate
  • Criminal record certificate
  • Proof of accommodation in Greece

Frequently asked questions

  • No. The FIP permit is for people living on independent means; it does not authorise employment in 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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