Greece Golden Visa for Turkish Investors

For many Turkish investors, Greece offers the perfect combination of geographic proximity, European lifestyle, stable property market, and excellent education opportunities for children. The program is also highly attractive for individuals seeking asset protection, diversification outside Turkey, or an EU base for business mobility. Astons supports Turkish applicants through the full process, including property selection, legal due diligence, and application submission — with the option to complete most steps remotely.

Why the Greece Golden Visa Is Popular Among Turkish Investors

Fast EU Residency (2–3 months)

Affordable entry to the European Union

No Residency Requirement

Maintain your lifestyle and business in Turkey

Schengen Travel Freedom

Perfect for part-time living, vacations, investment

Close to Turkey

1–2 hour flights from Istanbul to Athens and Thessaloniki

Education Benefits

Access to EU schools and universities for children

Full Family Inclusion

Spouse, children up to 24, and both sets of parents

Get a free, confidential consultation from Astons’ Turkish Golden Visa Experts

Key Facts for Turkish Investors

Minimum Investment

Processing Time

Residency Type

Schengen Access

Physical Stay Requirement

Family Eligibility

€250,000 (property)

4+ months

5 years (renewable)

29 countries

None

Spouse, children, parents

Path to Citizenship

After 7 years of residence

Distance from Israel

2–3 hour flight

Fact Box

Valid Turkish passport

No criminal record

Proof of funds (€250,000+)

Medical insurance

Real estate purchase or reservation

No language or education requirements

The most popular option among available: commercial-to-residential conversions or restoration of listed / heritage buildings

Applies to prime areas: Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, etc. The investment must be in one single residential property with a minimum size of 120 m².

Applies to properties outside prime areas. The purchase must be one property of 120+ m².

Total Process: 4+ months

Complete process typically takes a minimum of 4 months from initial consultation to residence permit approval

Choose between property purchase or other approved options

01

Can be signed in Turkey — no need to travel immediately

02

Transfer Investment Funds

Funds go directly to the property seller

03

Property purchase finalisation

Full legal due diligence handled by Astons

04

Submit Golden Visa application

Your case is filed electronically through the Greek immigration system.

05

Travel to Greece for biometrics

A short visit to Greece is required at this stage.

06

Receive 5-year residency cards

Golden Visa issued for 5 years, renewable indefinitely.

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Healthcare 🏥

Business 💼

Real Estate 🏢

Property purchase

€250,000+

Single Applicant: €265,000–€270,000
Family of 3: €275,000–€285,000
Premium Zone: €500,000+

Property transfer tax

3%

Government fees

€2,000–€3,000

Notary

€1,000–€1,500

Legal Services

€6,000–€10,000

Cost Breakdown

Examples:

Best Locations for Turkish Investors

Athens Riviera (Glyfada / Voula / Vouliagmeni)

Luxury living and high property demand

Athens Center

Strong rental yields

Islands (Crete, Rhodes, Kos)

Cultural proximity + frequent flights from Turkey

Thessaloniki

1 hour from Istanbul; popular among Turkish families

Furnished Apartments with Pool in Neo Irakleio

from €260 ,000

Handover: Q1 2027

Athens, Neo Irakleio  | 1BR | 37-44  m²

Fully Furnished Apartments in Tavros

from €250,000

Handover: Q1 2028

Athens | 1-2BR | 48-71 m²

Stylish Apartments with Spacious Terraces

from €282,000

Handover: Q2 2026

Kallithea, Greece | 1 BR | 41-83 m²