🧐 Digital nomad visa
✨ Extendable
✅ Official DN program
Greece Digital Nomad Visa
A cleaner path to stay longer, work remotely, and build a life around freedom, not office walls.
Updated:
Duration
365 days
Required income
$ 3 500
Program cost
$ 150
Processing
30–90 days
Staying longer than 183 days in any calendar year will likely make you a Greek tax resident, obligating you to declare and pay tax on worldwide income. You must hold valid comprehensive private health insurance meeting all consular requirements. Local employment is strictly prohibited under this visa. Always consult a cross-border tax advisor before applying as rules may change and individual circumstances vary.
Imagine waking up to the aroma of fresh Greek coffee on a sunlit terrace overlooking the endless blue of the Aegean, ancient olive groves stretching to the horizon. With the Greece Digital Nomad Visa, you gain true freedom to work from charming Cycladic islands or energetic Athens while enjoying one of Europe's best climates, rapidly improving high-speed internet, and a thriving international nomad community. Affordable living costs outside peak tourist areas, delicious local cuisine, and a perfect balance of history, nature, and modern coworking spaces make Greece an inspiring long-term base for location-independent professionals.
Official program link:
https://migration.gov.gr/en/digital-nomads/
✔ List of required documents to obtain Digital nomad visa
- A free-form letter of declaration in which the applicant states his/her intention to obtain a Greek national visa for remote work and undertakes not to be employed by Greek companies.
- Employment contract. If the contract is fixed-term, its duration must exceed the duration of the visa.
- Proof of income - bank statement or employment contract indicating salary.
- Application Form
- Passport
- Proof of residence, such as a lease or certificate of ownership.
- Health insurance.
- A certificate of criminal record.
- Return ticket.
📋 How to apply
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Verify Eligibility
Confirm you work remotely for a foreign employer or your own foreign-registered business and meet the income threshold. -
Prepare Documents
Collect and translate all required documents including income proof, insurance, and criminal record. -
Submit at Consulate
Apply for the National Type-D visa at the Greek consulate or VFS center in your country of legal residence. -
Receive Visa & Travel
Once approved, travel to Greece within the visa validity period. -
Apply for Residence Permit
Within 30 days of arrival, apply for the digital nomad residence permit at the local migration office.
✅ Approval tips
- Show stable remote income well above the €3,500 minimum with clear documentation from foreign sources
- Purchase reputable international health insurance that explicitly covers Greece for the full period
- Clearly demonstrate that your work has no connection to the Greek labor market
- Have all official documents professionally translated into Greek or English and apostilled if required
- Include a detailed cover letter explaining your remote work setup and why you chose Greece
❌ Common rejection reasons
- Income documentation does not meet the €3,500 monthly threshold or appears unstable
- Missing or incomplete supporting documents (especially insurance or criminal record)
- Evidence of intent to work for a Greek company or provide services locally
- Application submitted from a country where the applicant is not a legal resident
- Previous visa violations or security concerns in background check
💸 Tax information
Effective tax rate: 9–44%
If you stay in Greece more than 183 days per year you become a tax resident and are taxed on worldwide income at progressive rates from 9% to 44%. Double taxation treaties with many countries help avoid being taxed twice. No special flat tax rate is tied directly to the DN visa.
❓ FAQ
The main applicant needs a stable net monthly income of at least €3,500. Spouses require an additional 20% (€700) and each child 15% (€525) on top of the base amount.
Yes. Your spouse, minor children, and in certain cases dependent parents can be included as accompanying family members and will receive their own visas or residence permits.
Staying more than 183 days in a year usually makes you a Greek tax resident, subjecting worldwide income to Greek tax rates (9–44%). Double-tax treaties may reduce or eliminate double taxation. There is no special tax exemption attached to this visa.
The initial National Type-D visa is valid for up to 12 months. After arrival you can apply for a digital nomad residence permit valid for up to 24 months that is renewable, potentially allowing stays of several years.
Yes, provided your new work continues to be fully remote for non-Greek entities and you maintain the required income level. Significant changes should be reported to the migration authorities.
You must present comprehensive private health insurance that covers all medical and hospital expenses in Greece and the Schengen area for the entire duration of your visa.
English is widely spoken in Athens, popular islands, and among the nomad community. Learning basic Greek will enrich your experience, especially in more rural areas, but it is not mandatory for the visa.
🔗 Official sources
- Ministry of Migration — Digital Nomads (2026-04-10)
- Greek National Visa Information Portal (2026-05-22)
- Expat & Nomad Guide — Hellenic Police Migration Updates (2026-03-15)