Greece

Mary Tsiganou

Mary Tsiganou

Greece Immigration Consultant

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Mary Tsiganou is the vice president of Synergia SA, leading the GoldenVisa Greece. Synergia is a leading asset management and investment consulting firm, established over a decade ago in Athens, Greece.

Tsiganou is a seasoned investment expert with an international mindset and is a genuine believer of having options. She brings substantial experience and an impeccable track record of cooperation, both with institutional and private investors from many countries around the world. Her support in defining and differentiating investment strategies through tailor-made plans has been appreciated and applauded, both by peers and customers. She is frequently invited to advocate on the Greek residence-by-investment program in numerous conferences, shows and events across the world.

Tsiganou’s in-depth knowledge of investment portfolios and her emphasis to details has developed through decades of experience in leading positions with National Bank of Greece and more than a decade since she joined the founding team of Energopiisi SA, the firm that initiated and developed the Golden-Visa Greece product before merging with Synergia SA.

She holds a law degree and a master’s degree in economics and business administration which, along with her passion for innovation and success, were proven to be solid fundamentals for Tsiganou to focus on the residence-by-investment products of Greece since their launch in 2014. In addition to her native Greek, she has proficiency in English, German and Italian.

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Synergia Technical and Consulting SA

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Can a downpayment qualify for the golden visa in Greece?

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Can I apply for my Financially Independent Person visa from Greece?

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How long can I stay in Greece while waiting for temporary residence?

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What are the regulations regarding Greek Golden Visa investments in listed buildings?

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How can a non-EU tourist in Greece work remotely whilst on holiday/visiting family?

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If I purchase a joint property along with my wife for about €600K, would that qualify us both for the Greek golden visa?

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How can I qualify for a Golden Visa in Greece through investment in my own existing property?

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How can a Russian citizen who holds a Turkish passport apply for a Golden Visa in Greece?

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Are there restrictions on applying for the Greek golden visa if I already have another golden visa from another country?

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How can I finance my Greek Golden Visa investment through a loan?

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How will I be taxed in Greece if I relocate there on a golden visa?

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What are the military service obligations of naturalized Greek citizens?

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How should I get an appointment in Greece to provide biometric data for my residence permit renewal?

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How can I apply for a Greek digital nomad visa if I work for a company that’s headquartered abroad but has an office in Greece?

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How can employees in managerial positions reside legally in Greece?

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How can I take my money out of Greece after selling my Golden Visa property?

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If I withdraw my Greece Golden Visa, are there any restrictions on money transfers from my Greek bank account to my account in a non-EU country?

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How can I purchase property in Greece while on a tourist visa?

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How can I include a dependent parent in my Greece Golden Visa application if I don’t have official adoption papers?

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What is the minimum investment requirement if I want to apply for a Golden Visa in Greece through a 10-year time sharing agreement with a local hotel?

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How can I buy multiple properties for a Golden Visa in Greece?

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How can I combine two properties to qualify for a Greek Golden Visa?

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How do I guarantee that my son retains residency in Greece as the dependent of a Golden Visa holder even after he turns 21?

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How can I include my sibling with a disability as a dependent for my Greece Golden Visa application?

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How can I combine real estate investment with government bonds to make up the 400k euros needed for a Greece Golden Visa?

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How can I apply for the Greek Golden Visa with a recent Schengen Visa denial?

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How can I get a Greek residence permit if I was born there but don’t have documents?

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How can I qualify for the Greek Golden Visa through two properties that don’t meet the requirements on their own?

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How can I initiate a golden visa application in Greece while still in the process of finalizing my real estate purchase?

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How can I apply for a Greek Golden Visa through my existing property?

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Would two DUIs be considered a non-qualifiable offense when applying for the Greek golden visa?

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How much time does it take to complete the application process for a Golden Visa in Greece?

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As a Greek golden visa holder, how can I establish a company for the purpose of renting our properties in Greece without a director with EU citizenship?

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How long would I have to hold a deposit in a Greek bank account in order to qualify for the Golden Visa?

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How can a Golden Visa holder obtain the right to work in Greece?

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How can I combine two properties to invest in the Greek Golden Visa?

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What are the criminal record requirements for the Greek Golden Visa?

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What is the best area for investment in Greece that is still within the 250,000 euro limit?

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How can an investor combine more than one asset to invest in the Greek Golden Visa through the real estate pathway?

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Do the new Greek Golden Visa regulations apply retroactively?

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Where can I find clear guidance on how Greece’s Golden Visa prices apply to different areas?

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How can I apply for a loan to invest in the Greek Golden Visa?

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What are the new regulations on the investment amount required for residency in Greece?

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How can I apply for the Greek Golden Visa with property purchased on loan?

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What can I do to increase my chances of being approved for the Greek Golden Visa?

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How can I apply for a residency permit in Greece after entry and will a previous conviction impact my chances?

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What options do I have to transfer money out of Iran to apply for a Greek Golden Visa?

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How can I appeal a Greek Golden Visa refusal?

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How can I benefit from the bilateral visa agreement between Greece and New Zealand?

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How can my wife, who's not an EU citizen, benefit from my properties in Greece to extend her residency?

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What are some updates regarding the increase in the Greek Golden Visa’s minimum investment amount?

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How does the transfer of funds work while investing in property in Greece?

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How can I continue working remotely after obtaining a Greek Golden Visa?

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How can I apply for Greece’s Golden Visa without a high school diploma?

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What are the requirements for business investment in Greece as a path to residency?

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What will happen with my current application now when Greece has increased its investment amount for its Golden Visa?

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What kind of a Greek visa do I need as a U.S. citizen before I can apply for a Golden Visa?

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How can I apply for a Greek Golden Visa with my partner?

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How can I become eligible for a Greek citizenship on a “temporary” residency status?

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How can I gain permanent residency in Greece to move in with my partner if we are an unmarried couple?

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How will the new European Travel Information and Authorization System impact Golden Visa investors?

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How do the citizenship regulations apply to future children of permanent residents in Greece?

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How do political/diplomatic developments affect the Greek Golden Visa process?

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How can I as an American get global mobility by getting a golden visa to Greece?

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Is solo travel possible with a D visa in Greece?

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How does my nationality impact the success of my Greek Golden Visa application?

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Can I make a Cohabitation Agreement in Greece as a non-EU citizen before applying for a Golden Visa?

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How can I prevent my dependent child from losing her Greek golden visa when she gets older?

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Does Greece offer any residency permits outside of the Golden Visa?

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How can my girlfriend get a visa and move with me to Greece?

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What do I need to qualify for Greece’s digital nomad visa?

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How can my same sex spouse, who is a citizen of the US, get Greek citizenship like me?

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What impact will my past criminal record have when applying for the Greece Golden Visa?

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What expenses apart from the money used to buy real estate for the golden visa would foreigners have to worry about in Greece?

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How can naturalized Greek citizens invite their blood relations to stay with them?

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What will happen to Russian investors living on a golden visa in Greece?

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How can Chinese and Saudi investors apply for Greece’s golden visa program without facing any problems?

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What visa options would you advise wealthy Ukrainians looking to quickly move to Greece?

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What is the process of signing a lease agreement with a hotel for the purpose of obtaining a golden visa in Greece?

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What are the traveling requirements to the Schengen Area if I have a Greek residency permit?

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Is there a list of banned countries whose citizens cannot apply for the Greek Golden Visa

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How can I apply for Greek citizenship?

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What kind of documents do I need to provide in terms of criminal records for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How can I lease out the property I purchased for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How can I apply for a work permit if I already hold permanent residency through the Golden Visa program in Greece?

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How can I stay in Greece while waiting for my residency permit to be processed?

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Does the Greek government appraise the market value of real estate purchased for the Greek Golden Visa program when adjudicating individual cases?

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I want to apply for the Golden Visa and want to take out a loan to do so. Is this allowed?

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Are there any residency requirements for Greek Golden Visa holders?

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What are the minimum requirements on health insurance policies for a Greek Golden Visa applicant?

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How can I add my mentally ill adult son to my Greek Golden Visa application?

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What is the next step if I open a branch in Greece with a Type D visa?

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What are the employment requirements for Golden Visa investors to Greece?

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How can I apply for a Type D Visa in Greece?

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What happens to my resident permit if I divorce my husband who co-owns the property we used for the Golden Visa program?

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How long do I need to wait for Greek citizenship if I have already accumulated residency before investing in a Golden Visa?

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How could dependents keep status in the Greek Golden Visa program when they age out?

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How can I show the value of a previous purchased and renovated property and use it to apply for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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Is a time share agreement eligible for the Greek Golden Visa?

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Why are some areas in Greece not eligible for purchasing property under Greece's RBI program?

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How can I transfer ownership of the property I purchased to my immediate family member and still keep residency permits?

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How can I add my new wife to my Greek Golden Visa application?

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What does an “independent residence permit” mean for the dependent children over 21 years old?

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Are undeveloped plots, such as islands, eligible for Golden Visas?

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How can I use the property I purchased 2 years ago to apply for a Greek Golden Visa?

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What is the due-diligence process like for Golden Visa applicants?

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Does Greece have any health requirements for its Golden Visa applicants?

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With Greece’s Golden Visa program attracting thousands of investors, is it expected to change as a result?

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How can I purchase property through a co-owned company and qualify for the Greek Golden Visa?

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How could the current capital control policies of Greece impact my application process?

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How can I complete the Greek Golden Visa application in my home country?

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How can I obtain Greek citizenship as a Golden Visa holder?

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How can I switch properties and still be compliant with the requirements of the Greek Golden Visa?

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Can I use a hotel accommodation for the Golden Visa?

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When can my parents join me if I apply for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How does the land purchasing option work in the Greek Golden Visa system?

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What happens if the value of the purchased property depreciates after 5 years?

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How could my son keep his residency permit and reunite with his wife in Greece under the Golden Visa program?

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What is the definition of “extraordinary special duty of built surfaces connected to the grid”?

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As a Golden Visa participant, will Greece tax me on all my worldwide income?

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What are the travel requirements for a temporary blue card holder?

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How can I use inherited property to apply for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How is the tax residency status defined in Greece?

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What is the real estate transaction tax rate under the Greek Golden Visa program?

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What happens to my resident permit if the business partner who invested in the same property with me decides to quit the program?

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Could illegal activities conducted in my property impact my golden visa?

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Do I have to pay taxes on my foreign income as a Greek Golden Visa holder?

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What is the most tax-efficient route of participating in the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How can I find an eligible tourist accommodation for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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What documents do I need to open an account in Greece as a tourist visa holder?

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How can I sponsor a golden visa holder for a work permit in Greece?

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How can I find a qualified real estate agent for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How can co-owners of a property keep their eligibility for Greek golden visas if they get married and switch to a cheaper property?

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How is my tax residency decided as a Greek Golden Visa holder?

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What requirements does a foreign employee need to meet when working for a certain employer in Greece?

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What are the requirements on hiring a manager for my business in Greece?

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How can I sponsor a golden visa holder for a work permit in Greece?

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Is there any way I can work on my Greek Golden Visa?

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If I buy a farm in Greece, can I work in it?

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How does one get the 10-year visa instead of a five-year one?

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What is the process of transferring properties and reapplying for a resident permit?

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What is the Greek education system like?

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What should I pay attention to if I purchase an apartment building with tenants for my Greek Golden Visa?

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What should I pay attention to when purchasing a house from a golden visa holder in Greece?

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What documents does my son need to obtain an independent resident permit?

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What kind of resident permit does a newborn baby of a Golden Visa holder in Greece receive?

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At what point in the Golden Visa application process does a spouse get a resident permit?

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When can a golden visa holder who gets married with a Greek citizen become eligible for naturalization?

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How can I use bank loans to invest in real estate property in Greece and apply for a Golden Visa?

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How can I enroll my child in Greek schools if we hold temporary blue cards?

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How can I find trustworthy realtors to help me find a property for the Greek golden visa?

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What kind of resident permit does a newborn baby of a Golden Visa holder in Greece receive?

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How can I work in Greece as a shareholder of a company?

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How involved can I be in a business as a board member while I’m a Golden Visa holder?

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How can I hire my wife in the business I establish in Greece without jeopardizing our residency status?

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Does my dependent receive a blue card when our Golden Visa application is pending?

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How can I partake in the Greek Golden Visa program through a company?

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Do my family members obtain Greek citizenship together with me?

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How can I buy multiple plots to obtain a Greek Golden Visa?

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How many days do I need to stay in Greece if I want to naturalize?

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What due-diligence standards, such as prior criminal convictions, are there for investment immigrants to Greece?

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What is the process of getting a work permit as a Golden Visa holder in Greece?

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What kinds of investments are recognized as strategic investments in Greece?

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How can I purchase land and apply for the Greek Golden Visa?

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How can I outsource a company to sponsor my employee for a work permit in Greece?

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Who should I notify about the renewal of my passport if my Golden Visa application is pending?

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How do I enter the fast-track procedure for the strategic investment in Greece?

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What documents do I need from my ex-wife to include my son into my Golden Visa application?

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How do I establish a company to build apartments that meet the requirements of the Greek Golden Visa Program?

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Can children who attend schools in Greece apply for citizenship?

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When will I be eligible to apply for the EU permanent residency if I hold a Greek golden visa?

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How can foreign nationals with mental illness apply for the Greek Golden Visa?

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How does a foreign national apply for a work permit in Greece?

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Do all members in an application have to travel to Greece before being able to obtain resident permits?

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How can I use pooled funds to make a strategic investment in Greece?

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What does it mean that company applicants for Greek Golden Visa have to “have a representation in Greece”?

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What options do I have if I want to run a business in Greece?

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Are any exceptions made to the minimum land purchase requirement for a Greek Golden Visa?

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When will the new investment routes of the Greek Golden Visa be implemented?

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Could I lose my current work permit if I apply for a Greek Golden Visa?

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Could I lose my current work permit if I apply for a Greek Golden Visa?

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How could a past overstay impact my eligibility for a Greek Golden Visa?

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What happens to my Greek Golden Visa if I divorce my husband who is the principal applicant of the application?

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What documents do I need to provide for the source of funds for my Greek Golden Visa application?

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If my Golden Visa application for Greece is denied, is there an appeal process?

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Are properties anywhere within Greece eligible for Golden Visas?

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When could there be a Golden Visa backlog in Greece?

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How could the amendments that ban transactions through the POS system impact my submitted applications?

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What is included in the 250,000-euro requirement for a Greek Golden Visa?

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What types of commercial property are eligible as investments in the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How can I use cryptocurrency to fund my Greek Golden Visa?

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How does Greece define strategic investments that will win approval for Golden Visas?

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What happens if my residence bought for a Greek Golden Visa is damaged?

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What are some common payment issues in the Greek Golden Visa program that are causing problems or denials?

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If I buy a small store and property in Greece, does it qualify for a Golden Visa?

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Can I buy into a development that isn’t finished yet for my Golden Visa application?

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Is there a minimum investment needed for the business option of a Greek Golden Visa?

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Are there any exceptions on the dependent ages for Greek Golden Visas?

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If I am denied a normal Schengen tourist visa, can I still participate in Greece’s Golden Visa program?

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What are the higher education benefits of Greek Golden Visa holders?

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How is the chief executive of a company able to work in Greece on a Golden Visa?

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Does Greece have a family-based immigration system?

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How should potential Golden Visa applicants do due diligence on investment opportunities independently?

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As a Golden Visa holder living in Greece, can I earn money from outside the country?

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How can I add an adopted child to my Golden Visa?

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What kind of properties are eligible for Greek Golden Visas?

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How does Greece define “tourist residence” when it comes to acceptable housing that will grant a Golden Visa?

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Can inherited properties be eligible for Golden Visas?

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What is the acceptable time period for purchasing Greek properties that makes them eligible for Golden Visas?

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How should I prove the ownership of an old property for the purpose of a Greek Golden Visa application?

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How should I prove the ownership of an old property for the purpose of a Greek Golden Visa application?

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When does a Golden Visa start legally covering our stay in Greece?

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Does transferring property ownership affect my Greek Golden Visa?

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Can changes in gender affect Golden Visas?

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As a Golden Visa holder, are there any limitations to opening a business in Greece?

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Can Golden Visas be acquired on a property that is partially bought?

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How can my son enjoy free college education in Europe if we get our Greek Golden Visas?

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What will happen to dependents’ Greek Golden Visa applications if the principal applicant passes away during the adjudication period?

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Are children of Greek Golden Visa holders eligible for Greek citizenship?

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What kind of background check is conducted for Greek Golden Visa applicants?

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Is there a Greek network seeking capital that can help me and my family obtain Golden Visas?

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What are the health insurance requirements for Greek Golden Visa holders?

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What happens to our Greek Golden Visas with changes in dependents?

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How can I invest in securities to get a Greek Golden Visa?

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How can my dependents renew their Greek Golden Visas?

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Are there any reasons why my Greek Golden Visa renewal would be denied?

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Can I still get a Greek Golden Visa even if I was denied a Schengen visa?

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How can I withdraw my Greek Golden Visa application?

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Why is some real estate restricted on the Greek Golden Visa program?

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Can I take a loan to purchase property to be used toward obtaining a Greek Golden Visa

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Can any criminal prosecution while a Greek Golden Visa holder hurt my chances for renewal?

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Is Greece violating EU law by not requiring its Golden Visa holders to reside in the country?

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Do I need to report my vacation rental income to Greek authorities as a Golden Visa holder?

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Who are considered eligible parents for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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Is it true that Greek Golden Visa investors can now schedule their biometrics appointment at any office of Greek Immigration Services?

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If I make a strategic investment that helps the Greek economy, who can I employ?

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What kind of documentation is needed to obtain Greek permanent residency as a Golden Visa holder?

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What measures are in place to ensure a secure Greek Golden Visa program?

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When can my wife start working as a spouse of a work permit holder of Greece?

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What kinds of jobs are acceptable for a strategic investment in Greece?

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Could immigration intention be an issue if I apply for a Golden Visa while traveling in Greece?

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What can I expect after I submit my Greek Golden Visa application?

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What is the requirement on the property purchasing contract for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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Can I stay in Greece while waiting for my residency permit to be processed?

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As a Greek Golden Visa applicant, should I be worried about my online reputation?

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Can an inherited property count toward a Greek Golden Visa?

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How can my parents keep their resident permits of Greece if I transfer my property to my son?

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Can a U.K. citizen participate in the Greece Golden Visa program after Brexit?

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Who is considered a dependent on the Greek Golden Visa program?

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Are Greek Golden Visas available for people making mortgage payments?

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What can I do if I am having trouble getting permission to visit Greece for my Golden Visa application?

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What visitation requirements to Greece are there when applying for a Golden Visa?

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To get Greek citizenship, what kinds of ties do I need to prove to the country?

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How can I purchase land and apply for a Greek Golden Visa?

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As a Golden Visa holder, how do I prove Greek residency for my citizenship application?

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If I was not approved for another country’s Golden Visa, does that affect my application with Greece’s?

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As a Golden Visa holder, how do I prove Greek residency for my citizenship application?

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When can I apply for Greek citizenship if I have spent three years in the country before receiving a Golden Visa?

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Can biometrics data be gathered abroad for Greek Golden Visa applicants?

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Who is considered a spouse for purposes of the Greek Golden Visa application?

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What are my options if my Golden Visa application gets denied?

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How long does it take a Chinese investor to obtain a Greek Golden Visa currently?

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Can I found a company and become its chief executive to work in Greece?

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Is there an appeals process for Greek Golden Visa denials?

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Is my wife eligible for a Greek work permit if I have one?

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For Greek strategic investments, what is the rule for bringing people with me to the country to run the business?

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Has Greece established other forms of investment besides real estate that grant Golden Visas?

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How can Golden Visa holders use their properties as collateral for loans from local banks?

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What types of professionals will I need to apply for a Golden Visa in Greece?

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What kind of work limitations are placed on Greek Golden Visa holders?

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Are properties sold within families eligible for Greek Golden Visas?

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Is the process of investing in the new Golden Visa investment routes for Greece different than the real estate option?

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How long does it take to get permission to buy near the Greek border?

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Have appointments been delayed for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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Have the new investment options for Greek Golden Visas been delayed?

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If I buy a property near the Greek border, will it be considered more suspicious to authorities than if in somewhere like Athens?

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Is it possible to participate in multiple European Golden Visa programs at once?

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What are some of the rules for tourist accommodations to obtain a Greek Golden Visa?

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How do I renew my Greek Golden Visa?

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Can I change my visa status to be a dependent of a Greek Golden Visa applicant?

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What is the progress of the new investment option of the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How can I apply for a Greek Golden Visa with existing properties?

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How can EU citizen and non-EU spouse establish permanent residency in Greece?

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How can I switch investment vehicles used for my Greek Golden Visa application?

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How long can I stay in Greece after selling my home used for a Golden Visa?

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What happens to the dependents of a Greek Golden Visa if the applicant passes away?

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How does the year-long period work for Greek Golden Visas?

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How can I get my same-sex spouse a Golden Visa under my application?

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How long do I need to keep my investment in government bonds to support my Greek Golden Visa application?

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How can I transfer the Greek Golden Visa to my son if I choose the bond investment option?

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As a Golden Visa holder, how can I expedite an application for Greek citizenship?

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How long does the business investor visa take to get approved in Greece?

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How is it possible to start a company in Greece as a Golden Visa holder?

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What kind of taxes do I need to pay if I rent out my Greek residence used for a Golden Visa?

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How can the property purchased by my company be applied towards my Greek Golden Visa application?

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How can I work in Greece as a self-employed person?

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Given the popularity of the Greek Golden Visa program, if I apply now, how long will it take?

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What are the options for a New Zealand citizen to stay in Greece for more than a year?

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How can I get dual citizenship through a Greek Golden Visa?

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What is the Greek Golden Visa process timeline?

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What kinds of translation is needed for Greek Golden Visa applications?

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How can I use improved land for a Greek Golden Visa?

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What are the requirements on medical certificates for Greek Golden Visa applicants?

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What is the amount needed to lease hotel accommodations or tourist residences for a Greek Golden Visa?

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Is my wife eligible for a Greek work permit if I have one?

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What changes are the Greek government considering when it comes to property value and the investment amount for its Golden Visa program?

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What requirements does a tourist accommodation need to meet to qualify for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How long does it take to obtain a Greek Golden Visa?

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How can I get a 10-year Golden visa?

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Can one investor loan money to another to complete a Greek Golden Visa real estate purchase?

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What are some examples of successful businesses set up in Greece for the Golden Visa program?

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When and how can I apply for Greek citizenship as a Golden Visa holder?

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What happens to my son’s Greek Golden Visa when he turns 21 and 24?

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When can investors expect the price of the Golden Visa program of Greece to be doubled?

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How long do I have to wait before I am issued a Golden Visa?

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How can I work as a freelancer with a Golden Visa?

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What health requirements does Greece have for its Golden Visa applicants?

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What should I do if I lose my blue card before obtaining a Golden Visa in Greece?

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If I have a Golden Visa, how involved can I be in a business?

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How can I establish a business in Greece if I hold a Golden Visa?

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What are my options if I want to stay in Greece while waiting for my Golden Visa application to be processed?

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How do I know which immigration offices in Greece are available for processing Golden Visa cases?

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How long does it take to process a Golden Visa application now?

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What is the procedure of setting up a business as a Golden Visa holder in Greece?

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When can investors use credit cards for their Greek Golden Visa applications?

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What are the requirements for renewing a Greek residence permit for financially independent individuals?

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When can investors expect the equity and bond Investment options to be added to the Golden Visa program?

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How can I invest in foreclosed properties and qualify for a Greek Golden Visa?

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What are the requirements on the jobs I created with my Greece-based company as a residency applicant?

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How does the three-year tax holiday work for Golden Visa applicants?

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Have the bonds and shares investment options become effective for the Greek Golden Visa?

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How could investing in the new investment routes of the Greek Golden Visa program help accelerate the adjudication of my application?

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How can I work legally in Greece if I participate in the Golden Visa program through the new investment options?

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When can I withdraw my deposit made for the Greek Golden Visa and still qualify for permanent residency?

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What evidence do I need to provide to prove that the real estate investment company will invest exclusively in Greece?

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What costs are involved in the shares and bonds investment route of the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How can we participate in the Greek Golden Visa program as a company?

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How can Golden Visa holders take advantage of the new tax regime?

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How can I invest in an ongoing real estate development project for my Greek Golden Visa application?

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How can I use gifted money for my Greek Golden Visa application?

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What kind of health insurance coverage is acceptable for Greek Golden Visa holders?

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What rights do I have with a Greek blue card?

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How can I apply to extend my stay in Greece as a potential Golden Visa applicant?

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How can I participate in the Golden Visa program and invest under the name of a company?

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As a British citizen, how can I keep working and living in Greece?

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How can I establish a business in Greece and apply for a Golden Visa？

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Why does it take so long for my Greek Golden Visa application to be processed?

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Who are required to travel to Greece before submitting a Golden Visa application?

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What requirements do I need to fulfill to make the investment for Golden Visa through my company?

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How long does it take to transfer my property to my son and re-apply for a Golden Visa?

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When can I set up my own business in Greece as a Golden Visa holder?

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When will I be able to get EU citizenship as a Golden Visa holder?

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How would the coronavirus outbreak impact the processing of my Greek Golden Visa application?

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As a Golden Visa participant, will Greece tax me on all my worldwide income?

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Is there a fast-track option for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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How could my son keep his residency permit and reunite with his wife in Greece under the Golden Visa program?

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What are restrictions on the location of properties for Greek Golden Visas?

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How can I use last-mile facilities to support my Greek Golden Visa application?

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What are some factors that can lead to a loss of Greek residency?

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How can I purchase a combination of residential and commercial properties for my Greek Golden Visa application?

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What is the physical presence requirement for Golden Visa holders who want to apply for Greek citizenship?

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What methods are accepted in paying for a real estate investment in Greece for its Golden Visa program?

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Has Greece ordered self-quarantine to travelers abroad?

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Can I purchase the property in U.S. dollars for my Greek Golden Visa application?

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How can I apply to renew my Greek blue card?

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How can I get Greek citizenship as a student?

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Can the non-EU spouse of an EU citizen stay in Greece for more than 90 days?

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Can my spouse travel to Greece and Europe with me?

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How can I work in Greece with a blue card?

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Can I add my de facto partner to my application for Greek Golden Visa?

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How can stateless persons obtain Greek Golden Visa?

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How can I get a Greek resident permit if my girlfriend is a Greek citizen?

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How can I obtain a Greek resident permit with an existing company?

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How can we get EU long-term residency and Greek citizenship?

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How can I open a bank account in Greece remotely for my Golden Visa application?

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How can I use old properties for my Golden Visa application?

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How can I work for the company I set up for the Greek Golden Visa program?

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Do I need a visa to work in Greece as a British citizen?

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Are British citizens eligible to apply for golden visas in Greece?

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How can a golden visa holder set up a business in Greece?

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How can I get a pensioner visa or self-employed visa in Greece?

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How are foreign investors taxed in Greece?

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What happens to my Golden Visa if my business goes bankruptcy?

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How can Vietnamese investors transfer money to Greece for Golden Visa applications?

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How can I obtain a Greek golden visa with a bank deposit?

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What does your country’s immigration laws say about same-sex couples looking to gain residency via investment?

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Which areas in Greece are known to bring highest yields to foreign investors looking to invest in real estate to get residency?

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How can foreigners take out a mortgage on a property in Greece as part of their residency by investment process?

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How can I become a tax resident of Greece?

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How can I earn Greek citizenship if my mother was not born in Greece but became a citizen after I turned 18?

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How can I expedite my application process to get the blue card in Greece?

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How does the lockdown in Greece impact foreign investors?

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How can investors submit applications for the Greek golden visa program without visiting the country?

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What benefits would Americans with Greek ancestry get if they apply for citizenship in Greece?

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How will Brexit impact my stay outside of the UK?

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How can investors expedite their applications for Greek citizenship?

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Can a family visa in Greece start the process for residency?

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How can I change from a tourist visa to a residency visa in Greece?

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How can vaccinated foreign investors visit Greece to explore residency-by-investment options?

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How can I get a Greek residence permit if my girlfriend is a Greek citizen?

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How exactly can foreign investors make use of term deposit investments to get permanent residency in Greece?

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Does the Golden Visa allow us to remain as full tax residents in UK?

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How can unvaccinated foreign investors come to Greece to explore business and residence visa opportunities?

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Can I change my Greek Golden Visa to a long-term resident of EU visa?

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What are the benefits to foreign investors who transfer their tax residency to Greece?

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What options do non-EU digital nomads currently have in Greece?

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How can I move to Greece on a Financially Independent Person visa?

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How can I get a golden visa in Greece if I have a minor criminal record?

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How can I settle in a European country like Portugal, Spain or Greece using my IT skills?

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What should an investor keep in mind when picking a property for golden visa purposes in Greece?

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What do investors from Russia have to do if they want to travel to Greece?

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How can investors with non-EU digital COVID certificates visit Greece?

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How can investors start a business in Greece after obtaining a golden visa?

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How can I as a freelancer from Lebanon move to Greece and bring my fiancé?

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How can I settle in a European country like Portugal, Spain or Greece using my IT skills?

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How can I get resident permits for my family when I move to Greece?

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What language requirements do foreign investors have to meet to become eligible for golden visas in Greece?

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How can foreign investors acquire alternative residence in Greece but continue to live in their home country?

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How can I get a Greek golden visa by buying a property for my family to live in?

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How can I invest in a property by the Greek coast to get residency?

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How can I earn a salary as a Greek golden visa holder?

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What options do digital nomads have in Greece?

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How can I as a UK citizen run a property as a sole trader in Greece?

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How can one use a mortgage to pay for the cost of buying a qualifying golden visa property in Greece?

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How soon should foreign investors expect Greece to pass and implement reforms to its investment immigration laws?

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How can investors renew their residency permits in Greece if they sell property used for golden visa?

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How can investors switch from real estate to fixed term investments during their golden visa stay in Greece?

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How can I and my Canadian partner move to Greece if we are legally pacsed?

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How can investors with more than one passport apply for citizenship in Greece?

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How can my husband get a residency card in Greece and what insurance does he need?

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What health benefits do golden visa applicants get to enjoy in Greece?

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How does Greece determine that a golden visa applicant's business investment is making a positive impact?

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How can golden visa investors put their money in renewable energy projects in Greece?

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How can I get a residence permit in Greece for my non-European spouse?

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How can foreign investors negotiate the price and reserve the property they want to buy as part of their CBI application in Greece?

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