Greeks are well known for their hospitality, friendliness and openness. Being fluent in English, they will welcome you and they will be willing to show you around, thus creating a high sense of familiarity, which makes you feel like home from the very first moment you come to the country.

Located between Europe, Asia and Africa, Greece is situated at the crossroads of the East and the West. This signifies not only longstanding cross-cultural exchanges but also the ease of travelling to neighboring markets. Greece is a modern European country, member of the Schengen Area, which gives you the possibility, as a Greek Golden Visa holder, to travel freely within the Schengen zone. The Greek passport is considered among the strongest ones in the world.

Regardless of your lifestyle, Greece can cover all tastes and you will always find something to do. Traveling, sports, cultural events and festivals, museums, sun-kissed beaches, quiet mountainous pathways, not to mention the vibrant nightlife especially in Athens, “the city that never sleeps”, where the traces of the ancient civilization coexist with the modern urban landscape.

Despite the high demand, Greece is considered an affordable country to live in, especially in the countryside compared to the islands. The real estate prices are still low; this is why the Greek Golden Visa program is considered the most popular and cost-efficient investment visa programs in the EU, with the minimum property investment amount being only 250.000€ compared to other more expensive countries.

Greece is generally a very safe place. Especially in the big cities, like Athens, shops stay open and people move around until late at night. Personal attacks, violence and crime are of low rate.

Greece usually has cold, windy and cloudy winters, hot and dry summers and long sunshine throughout the year. The climate is generally mild and you can enjoy holidays during all seasons. It is believed that Athens is the sunniest capital in Europe.

What to say about Greece’s diverse landscape? It is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe. Forests, lakes, tiny islands, extensive coastline, sunlit beaches with crystal waters, verdant mainland, picturesque villages, traditional stone houses compose a fairytale scenery that is waiting for you to discover it.

Based on the high quality of ingredients that maintain their aroma and flavor, the use of fresh vegetables cultivated in natural ways, various herbs and spices and the famous healthy Greek olive oil, the Greek cuisine contains a variety of delicious dishes that cover all tastes and offer a unique food experience not easy to forget. All these accompanied by excellent Greek wines and beverages. Cheers!

Despite the fact that Greece is a small country, it has a high number of doctors and ranks high in life expectancy. There is a National Health System with free and equitable access to all, as well as private health providers. The current healthcare centers and hospitals are equipped with up-to-date medical equipment, operated by experienced healthcare professionals from all fields.

Education is of high priority for the Greeks. The country has a multi-layered education system (primary, secondary and higher education), with the Greek universities being highly-respected and globally recognized. Various opportunities for life-long learning are also offered. As a Greek Golden Visa holder you enjoy the same educational benefits as Greek citizens, which is a critical factor to consider if you are thinking about educational options for your children.