Greece – Visas
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Make your move to Greece
Islands, ancient sites and long warm summers draw people to Greece, whose tax regime famously rewards foreign pensioners. Property is affordable, healthcare excellent, and a path for the financially independent offers a way in.
Greece at a glance
Cost of living
Low
Property
Affordable
Healthcare
Excellent
Safety
Safe
Climate
Warm (~19°C)
English
Widely spoken
Expat community
Established
Where Greece is strongest: healthcare #13 of 78visa ease #23 of 81safety #30 of 78
Worth weighing up: tax friendliness #47 of 81
TaxWorldwide; 7% flat pensioner regime
Visa / residencyFinancially-independent visa (~€3,500/mo)
General information to compare destinations, not personal financial, tax or immigration advice.
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