Greece Digital Nomad Visa

The Digital Nomad Visa operates as a Type D national visa, which is later converted
into a residence permit for remote workers.

Key features:

• Initial entry visa issued by Greek consulate
• Converted into residence permit upon arrival
• Valid for extended stay with renewal options

It is strictly for non-EU / non-EEA / non-Swiss citizens.

It is strictly for non-EU / non-EEA / non-Swiss citizens.

Income Requirements

To qualify, applicants must prove stable remote income:

Minimum Income Threshold

• €3,500 per month net income (main applicant)

Additional Family Requirements

•  +20% for spouse
• +15% per dependent child

Income must come from:

• Foreign employment
• Freelance clients outside Greece
• Remote business operations

Not allowed:

• Greek employers or Greek clients
• Local employment or local freelancing

Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:

• Be a non-EU / non-EEA / non-Swiss citizen
• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a valid employment contract or proof of freelance work
• Earn at least €3,500/month net income
• Hold valid health insurance in Greece
• Provide proof of accommodation in Greece
• Have a clean criminal record
• Apply via Greek consulate before travel

� Applications must be submitted outside Greece (at a consulate) in most cases. 

Processing Timeline

Step 1: Consular Application

• 2–6 weeks depending on embassy workload

Step 2: Visa Approval

• 1–4 weeks after submission
  Step 3: Arrival in Greece
• Convert visa into residence permit

Step 4: Residence Permit Processing

• 1–3 months after arrival

Total estimated timeline:

� 1 to 3 months average (fast EU visa route)

Duration & Renewal

• Initial visa: 12 months
• Residence permit: up to 2 years
• Renewable depending on continued eligibility

� Many applicants transition into longer-term residency permits after initial period.

� Key Benefits

✔ Live and Work Remotely in Greece

Stay legally while working for foreign companies or clients.

✔ Schengen Access

Travel freely across 26 Schengen countries (90/180 rule).

✔ Family Inclusion

• Spouse included
•  Dependent children included

✔ Tax Incentives (Important Benefit)
Eligible applicants who become Greek tax residents may receive:

• 50% income tax reduction for up to 7 years (under conditions)

� This makes Greece one of the more tax-competitive EU nomad destinations

Important Clarification
The Digital Nomad Visa is often confused with other Greek visas:

Digital Nomad Visa

• Requires remote work
• €3,500/month income
• Work allowed (foreign only)
• For professionals

Financially Independent Visa

• Requires passive income
• €3,500/month passive income
• No work allowed
• For retirees / investors

Who This Visa Is Best For

✔ Ideal for:

• Remote employees (tech, finance, marketing, etc.)
• Freelancers with international clients
• Online business owners
• Digital entrepreneurs working outside Greece

Not suitable for:

• Local job seekers
• Passive income retirees
• Entrepreneurs needing Greek clients