Americans raise Greek realty investments by 30%

• 27 February, 26

Investments by US nationals in Greek real estate through the country’s Golden Visa program rose by 30% year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to data from Varnavas Law Firm, which specializes in real estate and investment migration.

While Chinese, Turkish, and Israeli nationals continue to dominate Greece’s Golden Visa program, data shows that investment activity from applicants in the US is growing at a faster rate than any other country, according to the report.

In the fourth quarter, investments from US applicants increased at an annual rate of 30%, continuing an upward trend that began two years ago.

American investors typically favor properties valued at more than €1 million, particularly along the southern coastal areas of Athens, with Piraeus also emerging as an increasingly popular choice, according to the law firm, which serves an international clientele.

Besides realty investments for a five-year residence permit, “we are seeing a growing interest among US investors in alternative options such as term deposits and mutual funds, which align closely with the investment culture familiar to many Americans,” said managing partner Alexander Varnavas.

Cre: Ekathimerini