Greece
Greece is a country located in the southernmost part of the Balkan Peninsula of Europe, and it has a long history and rich culture. In addition to significant mainland part, Greece has over 2,000 islands, of which only about 170 are inhabited. It is a part of European Union and Schengen Area, and is a member of NATO.
Other Basic Facts About Greece:
- Population: over 10.3 million
- Territory: 131,957 square kilometers (50,949 square miles)
- Official Language: Greek
- Dominant Religion: Christianity
- Main Industries: shipping and shipbuilding, tourism, food and tobacco processing, textiles, chemicals, metal products, mining, and petroleum
- GDP: over 214 billion US dollars
- Currency: Euro
- Capital City: Athens
- Main Airport: Athens International Airport
- Calling Area Code: +30
- Time Zone: Eastern European Time (GMT +3)
- Greece passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 187 countries and territories.
Greece’s Residence by Investment Program:
Main Investment Options:
- At least 500,000 euros investment in real estate property (conditions and fees apply).
- At least 400,000 euros investment into financial products, including shares, units, and bonds (conditions and fees apply).
Application Processing Time: approximately 2 – 3 months
