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A three-year renewable residence permit for non-EU nationals with stable passive income from outside Greece — Greece's 'retirement' route under the 2023 Migration Code. Holders may not work or be self-employed in Greece and must spend a minimum period in the country each year.
Retirees and others living on stable passive income who want to relocate to Greece without working.
Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.
The FIP permit is typically issued for a multi-year period and is renewable, as long as you continue to meet the financial conditions.
You generally need stable income of around 3,500 euros per month from sources like pensions or investments, with higher amounts when including family.
Yes. Your spouse and dependent minor children can be included, but you must meet the higher income threshold and provide health insurance for everyone.
Yes. After five years of lawful residence you can apply for permanent or long-term residence, with citizenship possible after further years and meeting conditions.
The FIP permit is a three-year renewable residence permit for non-EU nationals with stable passive income from outside Greece — Greece's 'retirement' route. Holders may not work or be self-employed in Greece and must spend a minimum period in the country each year.
Typical problems are income that looks unstable or active rather than passive, amounts just at the threshold, missing health insurance, or applying intending to work locally.
No. The FIP permit does not allow you to take salaried work or run a business in Greece; it is for people who can support themselves from outside sources.
