Applying for the Greece Golden Visa is a structured, legally regulated procedure under Greek immigration law. With the support of authorized international migration consultants and licensed Greek conveyancing attorneys, the entire process can be executed seamlessly from Dubai.
By following a clear 5-stage roadmap, investors can secure their qualifying European real estate asset, obtain their Greek tax identification, and receive their biometric 5-year permanent residence cards within 3 to 6 months.
Stage 1: Pre-Screening and Power of Attorney (POA)
The journey begins with an initial compliance check conducted by Sharif Group to ensure you meet all regulatory and anti-money laundering criteria.
To avoid unnecessary travel to Greece during early stages, applicants execute a consular Power of Attorney (POA) at the Greek Consulate in Dubai or through an apostilled notary in the UAE.
This POA empowers our licensed Greek legal team in Athens to act on your behalf, obtain your Greek Tax Identification Number (AFM), and open your verified Greek bank account remotely.
Stage 2: Property Selection and Legal Due Diligence
Sharif Group presents a curated portfolio of pre-vetted luxury properties matching your investment threshold (€250,000 EUR conversion, €400,000 EUR regional, or €800,000 EUR prime Athens).
Our Greek legal team conducts comprehensive due diligence on the chosen property, verifying title deeds at the Land Registry, ensuring zero encumbrances or mortgages, and auditing developer building permits.
Once cleared, the preliminary sales agreement is signed, and a reservation deposit is transferred to secure the property asset.
Stage 3: Contract Signing and Escrow Fund Settlement
The final notarial purchase deed is drafted and signed by your appointed Greek attorney under the Power of Attorney.
The full qualifying investment capital is transferred directly from the investor's bank account to the seller's verified account or notarial escrow in Greece.
The notarial deed is formally registered with the Greek Land Registry and Cadastre, and an official Land Registry Certificate confirming 100% legal ownership is issued.
Stage 4: Golden Visa Application Submission and Blue Card
With the property ownership certificate in hand, our legal team submits your complete Golden Visa application to the Hellenic Ministry of Migration and Asylum.
Upon digital submission, the ministry immediately issues an official Electronic Submission Receipt, known as the "Blue Card" or "White Slip."
This temporary permit legally confirms your active residency status in Greece and allows you to travel in and out of the country freely while your permanent residence card is processed.
Stage 5: Biometrics Appointment in Athens and Card Delivery
Within 6 to 12 months of filing, the main applicant and all included family members visit Greece for a brief, scheduled biometric data collection appointment (fingerprints and photos) at the immigration office.
Sharif Group coordinates VIP airport transfers, executive hotel bookings, and attorney accompaniment during your biometrics visit in Athens.
Once biometrics are registered, your physical 5-year biometric Permanent Residence Cards are printed and securely dispatched to you in Dubai.
