Calculate your cost of Greece FIP residence

​Frequently asked questions

• What is Greece residence for financially independent persons?

  Greece residence for FIPs is a residence permit for financially independent non-EU nationals. Applicants qualify by proving passive income from abroad or sufficient savings, without making an investment. The permit is valid for 3 years, renewable, and does not allow employment or business activity in Greece.

• Can my family be included?

  Yes. The main applicant may include a spouse and dependent children under 18 in the application. The required passive income or savings increase depending on the family composition.

• Do I need to live in Greece?

  Yes. FIP residence permit holders must spend at least 183 days per calendar year in Greece to maintain and renew their residence permit.

• How accurate is this calculation?

  The calculation is personalised to your exact family composition and includes the main costs of obtaining the Greece FIP residence permit, including government fees, document preparation, application processing and residence cards. The final amount may vary depending on your accommodation costs and individual circumstances.

• Do I need to pay everything upfront?

  No. The costs are incurred at different stages of the application process, so you do not need to pay the full amount upfront.

• What happens after I submit the form?

  You will receive a confirmation that your enquiry is recorded and in progress via email. After that, we may reach out to clarify any details to ensure your calculation is accurate. Once everything is confirmed, you will receive a personalised PDF with a detailed cost breakdown with basic and additional costs and payment schedule.

  Receiving the calculation commits you to nothing — it's 100% free and no-obligation.

  If you don’t see our emails, please check the spam and subscription folders or type “Immigrant Invest” in the mail search.

• Can I include all my family members in one application?

  You can include the following family members:

  • spouse;
  • financially dependent children under 18.

  The total amount increases with the number of family members included.

• Can I calculate costs for both qualification options?

  Yes. We can provide separate estimates for qualifying through passive income or savings. Each calculation is tailored to your family composition and includes the main costs of obtaining the Greece FIP residence permit.

• What if my situation is complex?

  We specialise in complex cases: children from multiple marriages, crypto holdings, non-liquid retirement accounts, business sale in progress, and previous visa denials. 

  We can discuss all possible solutions during the consultation.

• How long does the application process take?

  Based on Immigrant Invest lawyers’ experience, obtaining a Greece FIP residence permit usually takes 4 months from signing an agreement with us to receiving the residence card. The timeline includes document preparation, application submission and processing by the Greek authorities.

  The exact timeframe may vary depending on the applicant’s circumstances, document readiness and government processing times.

• How do I get started with the application process?

  To start the process, do the following:

  1. Request a cost calculation or book a free consultation — we'll contact you within 1—2 business days to discuss your situation.
  2. Complete preliminary Due Diligence — we check for any red flags before you commit funds.
  3. Sign service agreement and begin document collection if approved.

  No commitment is required from you for steps 1—3.