Golden Visa in Greece Surges 31% – High Demand from Turkey, China, and Israel

  • 26 September, 25

The Greece Golden Visa Program continues to gain momentum in 2025, despite recent policy adjustments. This investment residency scheme remains highly attractive to non-EU investors who seek European residency through real estate purchases.

From January to July 2025, Greece issued 17,254 Golden Visas, marking a 31.4% increase compared to the beginning of the year. The surge has been largely driven by investors from Turkey, China, and Israel, fueling significant demand in the Greek real estate market.

According to a leading international real estate consultancy, 932 Golden Visas were approved in July 2025 alone, up 5.7% from June, the highest monthly increase in the past 12 months. Since October 2024, approvals have shown a steady upward trend.

Key Investor Demographics

  • Turkish investors: +80% (fastest growth rate)
  • Israeli investors: +42.1%
  • Chinese investors: +27.8%
  • U.S. investors: +27.3%
  • U.K. investors: +25%

Real estate consultant Suzanna Uzakova highlighted that many Golden Visa holders are high-net-worth individuals whose investments are not only driving property demand but also boosting local businesses and the broader Greek economy.

Why Greece Golden Visa is So Attractive

The program remains one of the most affordable residency-by-investment schemes in Europe, with a minimum property investment of €250,000. Additional incentives make Greece a preferred choice for global investors:

  • Flat 7% tax rate for foreign retirees (valid up to 15 years)
  • €100,000 fixed annual tax option for high-net-worth individuals, covering all global income
  • Family inclusion option, with an additional €20,000 per member

With its low entry threshold, competitive tax benefits, and EU residency perks, the Greece Golden Visa stands out as one of the most attractive and accessible investment residency programs in Europe. It offers investors not only the chance to live in a prime EU destination but also to expand business opportunities across Europe.

Cre: ot.gr

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