International Mobility
Financially Independent Person (FIP) permit — Greece
The Financially Independent Person permit allows qualifying non-EU nationals with sufficient, stable income arising outside Greece to reside in the country without working locally. Income requirements and supporting evidence are set by Greek legislation and should be confirmed before an application is prepared.
Who this service is for
- Retirees and individuals with passive or overseas income
- Non-EU nationals who wish to live in Greece without local employment
- Families relocating together on a single income base
Common legal challenges
- Evidencing income in a form the Greek authorities accept
- Understanding restrictions on economic activity in Greece
- Coordinating documents issued in several jurisdictions
How we help
- Eligibility and evidence review
- Document legalisation and translation coordination
- Health insurance and accommodation requirements
- Application preparation, filing and follow-up
- Renewals and family inclusion
Step by step
01
Initial consultation
Assessment of income sources and family composition.
02
Evidence review
We map your documentation against current legal requirements.
03
File preparation
Translation, apostille and structuring of the application.
04
Filing
Submission to the competent authority and monitoring.
05
Aftercare
Renewal planning and related Greek obligations.
Documents commonly needed
- Passport and civil status documents
- Evidence of regular income from outside Greece
- Private health insurance covering Greece
- Proof of accommodation in Greece
Important legal considerations
- Minimum income levels are set by legislation and are confirmed in writing at the point of advice.
- The permit does not itself grant a right to work in Greece.
- Extended presence in Greece can affect tax residence.
Why work with Chroni & Associates
Matters are handled by the lawyer you speak to, with the Greek requirement and the wider commercial or personal position considered together. Where a matter touches residency, property, tax and corporate questions at once, they are advised on as one instruction rather than four.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about financially independent person permit
These answers are general information. They are not legal advice and cannot take account of your circumstances.
The permit is based on financial independence rather than local employment. Any intended economic activity in Greece should be reviewed before you apply, as it may require a different route.
Tax residence is determined by separate criteria, including days of presence and centre of vital interests. We coordinate immigration and tax advice so the two are considered together.
Consultation
Begin with a clear understanding of your options
Tell us briefly what you are trying to achieve. We will confirm whether we can help, who would handle the matter and how fees would work, before any commitment.
- Telephone
- +30 698 334 7829
- info@chronilaw.com
- Office
- 73 Skoufa Street, Kolonaki, 10680 Athens, Greece
