Greece Golden Visa Application Fees 2026 (Including Family)

Beyond the investment amount (€250,000-€800,000) and the property transaction costs (5-7%), the Greece Golden Visa has another separate cost item specific to the application process: state application fees. These are charged in different amounts for the main applicant and each included family member, and are often overlooked in total budget planning. In this article we explain all the fee items in force as of 2026 with example calculations by family size.

Basic Fee Structure

Some sources cite a higher figure such as €1,000 per dependent family member; this inconsistency likely stems from confusing the "official application fee" with the "total transaction cost" that also includes lawyer and translation costs. Most reliable sources converge on the official fee being €150 per person; still, confirming the exact and current amount with an immigration lawyer before applying is recommended.

Mandatory Health Insurance Cost

The higher insurance cost for parents stems from standard risk pricing applied by insurers due to older age. This cost should be budgeted as a recurring expense each year over the 5-year validity of the permit.

Example Calculation: Four-Person Family

For a family of a main applicant, spouse and two children under 18, the total fee and first-year health insurance cost:

Cost Increase for Larger Families

One of the standout features of the Golden Visa is that the parents of both the main applicant and spouse can be included with no proof of financial dependency. This raises the total cost for extended families of up to eight people. For an eight-person family of a main applicant, spouse, two children and four parents:

• Total application fees: €2,000 (main applicant) + €150 x 5 (spouse + 4 parents) = ~€2,750
• Card fees: 8 x €16 = €128
• Document processing: ~€500-800 (may rise due to more documents)
• First-year health insurance: (3 x €300) + (4 x €500) = €2,900
• Total estimated budget: ~€6,200-6,500

This amount remains relatively low given the cost of a single investment granting EU free movement to eight people.

Fees at Renewal

When the permit is renewed every 5 years, fees similar to the initial application are paid again; the total renewal cost is usually around €2,000 for the main applicant. For student children aged 21-24, annual renewals may require additional documents proving student status and financial dependency.

Points to Watch For

• These fees are entirely separate from the investment amount and the 5-7% property transaction costs.
• The application fee is usually waived for children under 18, but health insurance and card fees may still apply.
• Document processing cost can vary significantly by family size and the country where documents are obtained.
• Health insurance cost can exceed the average depending on the chosen insurer and coverage; comparing multiple quotes is recommended.
• Making payments by bank transfer and keeping all receipts is important for both the application and any audit.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much is the Golden Visa application fee for the main applicant?
The official state application fee for the main applicant is €2,000. This amount is fixed regardless of the investment type (real estate, fund, deposit, etc.) and is paid when the file is submitted to the Ministry of Migration and Asylum. In addition, a separate €16 per-person fee applies for issuing the card. These two items are entirely separate from the investment amount and property transaction costs (title fee, lawyer, notary) and should be accounted for separately in budget planning.

2. How much extra fee is paid per family member?
Generally €150 is paid for each additional adult family member (spouse, child over 21 or parent) included with the main applicant, plus a €16 per-person card fee. The application fee is usually waived for children under 18. Although some sources cite figures up to €1,000 per dependent, this likely refers to the total cost including lawyer and translation; the official state fee is mostly confirmed as €150.

3. Is health insurance cost included in the application fee?
No, the mandatory private health insurance is a completely separate item from the state application fee and is paid annually. The annual cost is about €300 per person for the main applicant, spouse and children; for parents it can rise to about €500 due to older age. This should be budgeted separately as a recurring cost each year over the 5-year validity. As it can vary by insurer and coverage, comparing multiple quotes is recommended.

4. What is the total fee cost for an eight-person extended family?
For an eight-person family of a main applicant, spouse, two children and the parents of both sides (four parents), the total application fees are about €2,750 (€2,000 + 5 x €150), card fees about €128 (8 x €16) and document processing around €500-800. Adding first-year health insurance (~€2,900), the total estimated budget can reach €6,200-6,500. This amount covers only the fee and insurance items, independent of the investment.

5. Are the same fees paid again at renewal?
Yes, when the permit is renewed every 5 years, fees similar to the initial application are charged again; the renewal cost for the main applicant is usually around €2,000. For student children aged 21-24, annual renewals may require additional documents proving student status and financial dependency; preparing and certifying these is a small additional cost. Including these recurring costs in long-term budgeting is recommended.

Note: This article is for general information only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. As current regulations may change frequently, we recommend consulting a licensed immigration advisor or our law office before applying.