By IndiaHub 
Growing demand
Launched in 2013, the Greece Golden Visa has seen a surge in interest of late, reflected in the total number of applications seeking residency each year.
Appeal for Indians
Chinese nationals hold 47% of active visas, followed by citizens from Turkey and Lebanon. Between February and September 2025, Garant IN’s India office received over 300 queries for the visa from high-and ultra high-net-worth individuals. Some factors that make it attractive are:
Low minimum investment
€250,000 entry point
EU access
Visa-free travel within Schengen Area
Real estate
Potential rental yields of 3-5%
Flexibility
No mandatory stay required
Visa can cover up to three generations
Options on offer
Each investment option grants a five-year renewable residence permit for the investor and family members.
Real estate investment is the most popular route, divided into three tiers
Other investment routes
Cost breakdown
Entry costs range from €256,000 to €285,000 for a single applicant, which include:
Due diligence & legal fees
8–10% Legal, notary, and translation fees of investment
Timeline and RoI expectations
Source: Garant IN
As on 31 October, 2025, one euro is valued at 102.67 Indian rupees