Greece’s new Startup Visa initiative offers an exciting pathway for global investors to support Greece’s thriving startup sector while also gaining long-term residency in the country. With a required investment of at least €250,000 in a qualified startup, investors are eligible to receive a five-year Golden Visa, granting them full residency rights in Greece, with the possibility of renewal. This program is not only about financial returns—it’s a direct investment into Greece’s growing innovation sector, which has recently seen companies like Hack the Box and Augmenta achieve significant international success
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The program is specifically designed to help Greek entrepreneurs secure essential funding in a transparent and efficient manner, without intermediaries. For investors, this provides a streamlined entry into the Greek market, allowing them to diversify their portfolios while helping early-stage businesses scale rapidly. Greece’s startup ecosystem is ripe with opportunity, with startups working in fields such as artificial intelligence, green technology, and biotech seeing impressive growth. The program supports both economic development and innovation, and investors can play a critical role in shaping Greece’s future economy.
