--- title: Business / Investor Visa — Greece (2026) description: Free complete guide to the Business / Investor Visa visa for Greece. Eligibility, costs, documents, process, and FAQ. Updated 2026. image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Greece flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw80%2Fgr.png&w=3840&q=75]BUSINESS / SELF-EMPLOYED / INVESTOR LONG-STAY VISA Category: Business · Processing time: 3-9 months (business approval + visa) Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-05-29Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial visa portal ↗ [https://migration.gov.gr/en/] Review due soon 3 min readCommunity feedback: open Save visa to plan Visa decisions require official verification MigrantIQ provides general migration information, not legal advice. Always verify critical steps with official government sources or a licensed advisor before paying fees or submitting documents. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report an issue [/contact/] AI-assisted. Parts of this page may be drafted with AI and editor-reviewed. Always confirm rules, fees, and hours on official government sources before you act. How we use AI [/about/ai/] · Editorial standards [/about/editorial-standards/] Apply through official authority Ministry of Migration and Asylum Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-05-06. Apply on official site → [https://migration.gov.gr/en/] Visa type Business Processing time 3-9 months (business approval + visa) Fees GovernmentFee: Confirm on official portal Validity Confirm on official source Stay duration Confirm on official source Entry type Confirm single/multiple entry rules Insurance Confirm if required Bookmark Save this visa to My Plan OVERVIEW Long-stay permit for entrepreneurs starting a business, self-employed professionals, and investors meeting capital or job-creation thresholds. * Leads to permanent residency: Yes * Requires job offer: No * Language required: No * Minimum education: Not specified ESTIMATED COSTS * - GovernmentFee: Confirm on official portal * - CapitalThreshold: Many countries require minimum investment or assets * - BusinessRegistration: Local company registration and tax fees REQUIRED DOCUMENTS * - Detailed business plan * - Proof of capital / investment funds * - Source-of-funds documentation * - Endorsement / approval letter from authorised body (where required) * - Valid passport and biometrics * - Police clearance and medical (where required) * - Tax records / financial statements (for established businesses) APPLICATION STEPS 1. Confirm which business / investor visa pathway applies to you 2. Secure endorsement or programme approval where required 3. Prepare business plan, source-of-funds, and capital evidence 4. Apply on the official portal and pay government fees 5. Submit biometrics and supporting documents 6. Attend interview if required 7. On approval, register the business locally and meet ongoing reporting Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Ministry of Migration and Asylum → [https://migration.gov.gr/en/] TRAVEL INSURANCE REQUIREMENT * Mandatory: Confirm with official source * Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules * Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions * Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority EMBASSY, CONSULATE & APPOINTMENTS Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees. Open appointment or official portal → [https://migration.gov.gr/en/] Browse foreign embassies in Greece (MigrantIQ directory) → [/embassies/in/greece/] Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal. Application checklist TRACK YOUR BUSINESS / INVESTOR VISA PREPARATION Check items off as you prepare. Progress is saved in this browser and can be synced from My Plan. 0 / 16 complete * Confirm Business / Investor Visa requirements on the official Greece immigration source.Ministry of Migration and Asylum * Review the eligibility rules and note anything that needs evidence.Check whether this pathway accepts self-sponsored applicants. * Book or gather language test evidence.Sometimes required at residency / citizenship stage * Prepare document: Detailed business planCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Proof of capital / investment fundsCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Source-of-funds documentationCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Endorsement / approval letter from authorised body (where required)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Valid passport and biometricsCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Police clearance and medical (where required)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Complete step: Confirm which business / investor visa pathway applies to you * Complete step: Secure endorsement or programme approval where required * Complete step: Prepare business plan, source-of-funds, and capital evidence * Complete step: Apply on the official portal and pay government fees * Complete step: Submit biometrics and supporting documents * Pay only through official channels and save receipts.Avoid bank transfers to personal accounts or agents promising guaranteed approval. * Save a full copy of forms, uploads, payment receipts, and appointment confirmations. Clear checklistSync checklist in My Plan → [/plan/] GET VISA CHECKLIST UPDATES Receive relevant reminders and source updates for Business / Investor Visa in Greece. Get reminders BENEFITS & WHAT THIS VISA ALLOWS * - Live in the destination while running your business * - Often allows family members to accompany you * - Pathway to permanent residency on meeting milestones * - Some destinations exempt qualifying applicants from labour-market tests Trust & safety BEFORE YOU PAY OR SUBMIT DOCUMENTS Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract. Official portal → [https://migration.gov.gr/en/] RELEVANT LAWS * Work Authorisation Rules [/laws/greece/work-authorisation-rules/] Employment · Severity: Critical In Greece, obtaining the right to work is not automatically granted with a visa that permits entry. Different categories of work, such as paid employment, freelancing, remote work, internships, and trial shifts, each… * Immigration Status and Overstay Rules [/laws/greece/immigration-status-and-overstay-rules/] Immigration · Severity: Critical Your ability to remain in Greece is contingent on the specific visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you possess. It is important not to presume that a pending application, job offer, or school… * Tax Residency and Income Reporting [/laws/greece/tax-residency-and-income-reporting/] Tax · Severity: High Tax residency in Greece is determined by the amount of time an individual spends in the country. If you live in Greece for more than 183 days in a calendar year, you may be considered a tax resident. This means you are… ACTIVE SCAM ALERTS * Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge [/scam-alerts/greece/document-translation-notary-overcharge/]Medium In Greece, newcomers, including visa applicants, families, students, and workers, may encounter scams involving overcharging for essential services like document translations, notarisation, or apostille services. These… * Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee [/scam-alerts/greece/fake-border-airport-assistance-fee/]Medium In Greece, a prevalent scam involves fraudsters posing as airport staff, immigration officials, or travel agents. They often approach tourists, first-time travelers, workers, and students at airports or border… * Fake University or Scholarship Letter [/scam-alerts/greece/fake-university-or-scholarship-letter/]Medium In Greece, a concerning trend has emerged in the education sector involving fraudsters posing as agents offering fake admission letters, scholarships, or student visa packages. This scam primarily targets students,… * Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract [/scam-alerts/greece/rental-deposit-before-viewing/]Medium In Greece, a prevalent scam targets newcomers, students, families, and remote workers looking for housing. Scammers advertise fake apartments, often using attractive photos and low prices to lure potential renters.… QUICK ELIGIBILITY CHECK Use this self-check for Business / Investor Visa. It does not replace official legal assessment. I have a qualifying job offerI have required language test evidence Education LevelHigh schoolDiplomaBachelor or higher Result: Likely eligible baseline COMMON REJECTION REASONS * - Incomplete or inconsistent documents * - Insufficient financial evidence * - Unclear purpose of visit or weak ties to home country * - Missing translations, signatures, appointment confirmations, or required forms APPLICATION TIPS * - Start with the official checklist before paying any third party. * - Keep bank statements, employment letters, travel plans, and accommodation details consistent. * - Book appointments early and keep copies of every submitted form, receipt, and confirmation. * - Do not use agents who guarantee approval or request payment to personal accounts. SOURCES & REFERENCES Use these references for verification. 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Always verify immigration rules on official government sites. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHO IS BUSINESS / INVESTOR VISA FOR? This visa is designed for applicants matching Business pathway criteria. HOW LONG DOES PROCESSING TAKE? Typical processing time is 3-9 months (business approval + visa), subject to documentation quality and application volume. WHAT SHOULD I PREPARE FIRST? Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting. LANGUAGE TESTS * - Sometimes required at residency / citizenship stage CONTINUE PLANNING * All visas for Greece [/visas/greece/] * Greece laws hub [/laws/greece/] * Greece scam alerts [/scam-alerts/greece/] Plan smarter Save countries, compare destinations, track visa checklists, and sync your migration plan across devices. 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