- Valid passport
- Minimum monthly income of €3,500
- Proof of remote work and income (bank statements, work contracts, or income declarations)
- Clean criminal record
- Health insurance coverage valid in Greece
- Certified health check
- Accommodation address in Greece
Digital Nomad Visa in Greece
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04 Nov 2024
Service Details
Digital Nomad Visa
This service is available across Greece
Prerequisites
Who Can Benefit from this Service?
- This service is tailored for digital nomads - freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote employees - who wish to live and work in Greece temporarily.
- Ideal candidates for the Greece digital nomad visa are those with a steady clientele or business operations outside Greece, seeking the flexibility and beauty of the Greek lifestyle without engaging in the local labour market.
Procedure: Our Approach
- Initial Consultation and Eligibility Assessment:
- We begin with a personalized consultation to assess your eligibility for the Digital Nomad Visa in Greece.
- Discuss your current remote working arrangement, income level, and intentions during your stay.
- Document Preparation and Review:
- Assistance in gathering all necessary documents, ensuring they meet the Greek government's requirements.
- This includes a valid passport, proof of a minimum monthly income, a clean criminal record, comprehensive health insurance coverage, and a certified health check.
- Application Submission Guidance:
- Provide detailed instructions on completing the visa application form accurately.
- Advice on the online submission process or scheduling an appointment for in-person submission at the Greek consulate.
- Follow-up on Application Status:
- Regular updates on your application status, handling any queries from the consulate on your behalf.
- Guidance on how to respond to additional document requests or clarifications needed by the consulate.
- Pre-Arrival Orientation:
- Once your visa is approved, we offer an orientation session covering life in Greece as a digital nomad.
- Tips on finding accommodation, understanding local customs, and integrating into the digital nomad community in Greece.
- On-Arrival Support:
- Assistance with registering your residence in Greece, if required.
- Information on accessing healthcare, opening a bank account, and other essentials for settling in.
- Legal and Taxation Guidance:
- Advice on complying with local tax regulations as a digital nomad in Greece.
- Referrals to expert accountants familiar with the financial aspects of remote work in Greece.
- Extension and Renewal Assistance:
- Should you wish to extend your stay beyond the initial visa period, we guide you through the renewal process.
- Updates on any changes in legislation that may affect your visa status or eligibility for renewal.
Benefits - Why Choose Our Service
- Schengen Area Access: Enjoy visa-free travel to 26 European countries.
- Diverse Professional Opportunities: Engage in various remote working sectors like media marketing, SEO, and web design without local employment restrictions.
- Cultural and Lifestyle Advantages: Experience Greece's rich culture, hospitable people, and Mediterranean climate.
Key Features of this Service
- Duration from six months to two years, extendable under certain conditions.
- Specifically designed for non-EU citizens utilizing digital technologies for remote work.
- Requires proof of sufficient income to support living expenses without burdening the Greek social insurance system.
Useful Information
The Greek government introduced this visa category in September 2021, under specific regulations that cater to third-country nationals working remotely.
Applicants must demonstrate that their source of income is from outside Greece, aligning with the guidelines set to ensure they do not enter the local labour market or become a burden on the national social insurance system.
Free Support Services Included
When combined with the free and innovative Advocate Abroad support services you can be sure that you are obtaining completely transparent legal services from registered and regulated English-speaking lawyers abroad.These support services include:
- Verification of the regulatory status of your professional.
- Fees as recommended by the Local Professional Body
- Fees specified in advance and legally guaranteed.
- Service levels agreed in advance and guaranteed.
- All professionals must hold professional indemnity insurance.
- Professionals' proficiency in English monitored.
- Continuous quality controls and reviews.