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🇬🇷 Greece

Steeped in history and culture, Greece offers a unique blend of tradition and modern business opportunities.

300+ days of sunshine
Path to naturalisation available.
Tax incentives for non domiciled.
Blend of traditions and modernity
Greece landscape photo

Greece Citizenship and Naturalization

Passport Cover

Grade:

A

Global Rank: 25

Dual Citizenship:Yes

Visa-free Access

155 out of 195 countries

Access to Major Destinations

  • European Union
  • United Kingdom
  • Canada
  • United States
  • China
  • Russia
  • Japan
CategoryDetails
Citizenship by Descent
  • Ancestry Eligibility: Parents, Grandparents, or even great-grandparents who were Greek nationals.
  • Requirements: Proof of ancestry (e.g., birth certificate of Greek ancestor) Documented evidence of lineage linking to Greek nationals
Naturalizations
  • Minimum Residency: 7 years
  • Physical Presence: At least 6 months per year during residency.
  • Language Test: Yes (Greek)
  • Renounce Original Citizenship: No
  • Minor Dependants: Yes
Spouse Naturalization
  • Living in Country: 3 years of marriage and residency in Greece. Proof of cohabitation and continuous residence in Greece for the required period.
  • Living Abroad: 3 years of marriage. Proof of marriage and relationship maintained while living abroad.
  • Language Test: Yes (Greek)
  • Renounce Citizenship: No
Birthright Citizenship
  • Description: Greece follows jus sanguinis or right of blood, where a child can acquire citizenship based on Greek descent.
  • Conditions: Child born to Greek parents abroad is eligible for Greek citizenship.
Economic Citizenship (Investment)
  • Allowed: No
  • Investment Requirements:
  • Restrictions:
Other Provisions
  • Child is Citizen: Yes, parents may gain residency based on their child’s Greek citizenship.
  • Specific Nationalities Benefits: No special provisions for specific nationalities.
Citizenship by Exception
  • Allowed: Yes
  • Details: Exceptional services rendered to Greece or significant investments.

Taxation Overview

Personal Tax Overview: Greece 🇬🇷

Key information about personal taxation in Greece

Taxation system
Residence based
Personal Income Tax Rate (Up to)
44%

Tax Residency

Normal rule: 183 days

Special rule: No information

Special Tax Regime

Lump sum tax regime

Special tax regimes in Greece aim to attract foreign and returning residents by offering a €100,000 flat tax on global income for non-domiciled individuals, a 7% flat tax for foreign pensioners, and a 50% income tax exemption for individuals relocating for work or returning professionals.