Long-stay visas (Type D)
Greek National (Type D) Entry Visa
Greece's long-stay entry visa (91 to 365 days) that lets a non-EU national enter to take up a specific residence category before applying for the matching residence permit.
Important information
- Issued by
- Greek embassies / consulates (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
- Duration
- More than 90 days, up to 365 days
- Legal basis
- Greek Immigration Code (Law 5038/2023) and EU law
- Next step
- Apply for a residence permit after arrival in Greece
Who it's for
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) nationals who intend to reside in Greece for longer than 90 days for a purpose recognised under Greek national law — for example study, financially independent residence, digital-nomad work, employment, or family reunification.
Requirements
- Valid passport with adequate remaining validity
- Documents proving the specific purpose of the long stay (e.g. enrolment, work contract, proof of income)
- Health insurance valid in Greece
- Criminal record certificate
- Attendance in person at the consulate for interview
What you can do
- Enter Greece legally for a stay of more than 90 days
- Travel within the Schengen area during the visa's validity
- Apply, after entry, for the residence permit tied to your purpose
How to apply
Book an appointment and apply in person at the Greek diplomatic or consular mission covering your legal place of residence. You attend an interview so the consulate can establish the purpose of your stay, submit the category-specific supporting documents, and, once the visa is granted and you have entered Greece, lodge the residence-permit application electronically with the Ministry of Migration and Asylum.
Documents
- Completed national visa application form
- Passport and passport photographs
- Purpose-specific evidence (contract, enrolment, income, sponsorship, etc.)
- Health insurance certificate
- Criminal record / police clearance certificate
Frequently asked questions
A Type C visa is the shared short-stay Schengen visa for stays up to 90 days. A Type D visa is a Greek national visa for long stays over 90 days and is the entry route to a Greek residence permit.
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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