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Greece Digital Nomad Visa

Digital Nomad Visa

Greece offers a dedicated digital nomad visa for non-EU remote workers, with a 50% income-tax break for those who relocate their tax residency. It opens the door to island life with full Schengen access.

Income requirement

About €3,500/month in net income, increasing for dependants (+20% for a spouse, +15% per child).

How long it lasts

A 12-month visa, convertible to a 2-year residence permit (renewable) once you’re in Greece.

Processing time

Around 10 working days for the visa once your file is complete.

Cost

Approximately €75 visa fee plus a €150 application fee.

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Most applications require proof of valid medical cover for your whole stay. Nomad-friendly travel insurance is the simplest way to meet it.

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Greece digital nomad visa requirements

  • Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationality
  • Proof of remote income ~€3,500/month net, exclusively from outside Greece
  • Employment contract, freelance agreements or proof of business ownership abroad
  • Health insurance covering Greece
  • Clean criminal record

How to get a digital nomad visa in Greece

  1. 1Apply at a Greek consulate in your home country (since 2026, in-country applications are no longer accepted)
  2. 2Provide income proof, a remote-work declaration, insurance and criminal-record documents
  3. 3Collect your 12-month visa, then travel to Greece
  4. 4Apply for the 2-year residence permit at the local immigration office if staying longer

Cost

Approximately €75 visa fee plus a €150 application fee.

Money proof

About €3,500/month in net income, increasing for dependants (+20% for a spouse, +15% per child).

Tax — read before you commit

Relocating your tax residency to Greece can qualify you for a 50% income-tax exemption for up to 7 years. As always, confirm with a tax professional.

Set up for working remotely in Greece

Two things every nomad sorts on day one — data the moment you land, and a VPN for café and coworking WiFi.

Apply at the official source: Greece — Ministry of Foreign Affairs (mfa.gr)

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Greece digital nomad visa — FAQs

What is the income requirement for Greece’s digital nomad visa?

About €3,500 per month in net income, rising by 20% if you bring a spouse and 15% per child. It must come entirely from outside Greece.

Is there a tax break for digital nomads in Greece?

Yes — if you move your tax residency to Greece you may qualify for a 50% income-tax exemption for up to seven years; confirm eligibility with a tax adviser.

Can I apply for the Greece digital nomad visa from inside Greece?

No — as of 2026 you must apply at a Greek consulate before travelling; in-country applications are no longer accepted.

How long can I stay on the Greece digital nomad visa?

The initial visa lasts 12 months and can be converted into a two-year residence permit, which is renewable.

Last checked June 2026. Visa rules and income thresholds change often — many are tied to local wages and adjust yearly. This is general information, not legal or immigration advice; always confirm the current requirements at the official source above before applying or booking. Some links are affiliate links; Wavvia may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.