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A residence permit for non-EU nationals running their own business or economic activity in Greece, as distinct from passive investment. A general activity sub-type (two years) and an investment-activity sub-type (three years, with a minimum capital requirement) are available.
Non-EU entrepreneurs and business owners conducting active economic activity in Greece.
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Yes. Applicants must submit a business plan showing the activity will benefit the Greek economy, and the investment route requires Ministry approval of that plan.
Continuous, legal residence is required; for a five-year permit, absences are capped at six consecutive months or ten months in total, and a ten-year permit is voided by absences over two consecutive years.
An independent economic activity permit is valid for two years, while an investment-activity permit is valid for three years; both can be renewed for the same period.
It's a residence permit for non-EU nationals running their own business or economic activity in Greece, as distinct from passive investment. There's a general activity sub-type (two years) and an investment-activity sub-type (three years, with a minimum capital requirement).
Independent activity applicants must show sufficient financial resources in a recognised bank account, while the investment-activity route requires at least 250,000 euro in capital plus an approved business plan.
You typically need proof of financial resources, your business plan, a health insurance certificate, a health declaration, a passport copy, and any tax and insurance compliance documents.
In general you can transition to a different purpose two years after entry, or immediately after a renewal, provided the original activity has ceased.
