
Start with activity, not with the permit
The decisive questions are what you intend to do in Greece, where your income arises and who is coming with you. Those answers usually narrow four or five theoretical routes to one or two realistic ones.
Consider the second and third year
Renewal conditions, permitted absences and the path to long-term status differ between routes. A permit that is easy to obtain is not always the one that supports your longer plan.
Related questions
- Who qualifies for residency in Greece?
- How long does a Greek residency application take?
- Which family members may be included?
Sources
- Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum
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