Greece permanent residence route
1 current source-backed permanent residence pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent Residence route | Greek long-term resident status is for a third-country national who has lived legally and permanently in Greece for at least five years; absences must not exceed six consecutive months or ten months total. The authority also requires proof of income, health coverage, housing and Greek language or civics knowledge. | 2026-07-16 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent Residence route | The same page ties this work access to the long-term resident permit, which is valid for five years and renewable for five years; the income, insurance, integration and residence requirements remain separate grant conditions. | Official source |
| Permanent Residence route | The destination-specific EU Immigration Portal page states that a Greek long-term resident enjoys equal treatment with Greek citizens for access to salaried employment and non-salaried work. | Official source |
Official sources
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