Digital Nomad Visa (National D Visa) and Digital Nomad Residence Permit

Greece digital nomad visa (2026)

Greece issues a national long-stay visa to non-EU employees, freelancers and self-employed people who work for employers or clients based outside Greece. The visa lasts up to 12 months and can lead to a residence permit. Applications go through Greek consulates.

Minimum income: €3,500 per month; about US$3,915 a month
Length of stay: Visa up to 12 months
Renewal: Can be followed by a 2-year residence permit (not confirmed officially)
Fee: Visa fee about €75 plus residence permit fees (not confirmed officially)
Processing time: Not confirmed on an official source

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Who can apply

Only non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.

Non-EU national working remotely for an employer or clients outside Greece
Stable income of at least €3,500 per month during the stay
Health insurance covering Greece
No right to work for Greek employers

Income requirement

You need to show at least €3,500 per month (about US$3,915 a month at rates from 11 Nov 2026). Steady monthly income of €3,500 for the main applicant; secondary sources say it is net and rises 20% for a spouse and 15% per child, but this was not confirmed officially.

Documents you need

National visa application form, passport and photos
Employment contract or proof of self-employment with foreign clients
Proof of income (bank statements, payslips)
Health insurance and criminal record certificate

How to apply, step by step

Book an appointment with the Greek consulate or its visa centre
Submit the D visa application with supporting documents
Enter Greece on the visa
Apply for the residence permit before the visa expires if you want to stay longer

Cost and processing time

The fee is visa fee about €75 plus residence permit fees (not confirmed officially). Processing takes not confirmed on an official source. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

Tax residency in Greece usually starts after 183 days in a 12-month period; check with the Greek tax authority (AADE) or an adviser.

Good to know

Secondary sources report that since February 2026 (Law 5275/2026) applications from inside Greece are no longer accepted, so apply at a consulate before travelling
Family members can usually accompany the main applicant

Visiting first?

93 passports can enter Greece visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Greece visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

Embassy of Greece in the United Kingdom – Greece welcomes digital nomads

Not yet confirmed on an official source: income details, renewal, fee, processing time, documents, eligibility, goodToKnow. Check these with the consulate before you apply.

Greece digital nomad visa FAQ

What is the minimum income for the Greece digital nomad visa?

€3,500 per month (about US$3,915 a month). Steady monthly income of €3,500 for the main applicant; secondary sources say it is net and rises 20% for a spouse and 15% per child, but this was not confirmed officially.

How long can I stay in Greece on a digital nomad visa?

Visa up to 12 months. Can be followed by a 2-year residence permit (not confirmed officially).

How much does the Greece digital nomad visa cost?

Visa fee about €75 plus residence permit fees (not confirmed officially).

How long does the Greece digital nomad visa take?

Not confirmed on an official source.

Do I pay tax in Greece on a digital nomad visa?

Tax residency in Greece usually starts after 183 days in a 12-month period; check with the Greek tax authority (AADE) or an adviser.

Who can apply for the Greece digital nomad visa?

Only non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.