Golden Visa: 31% jump since January - High demand from China, Turkey and Israel

Astons analysed Greek immigration policy data* and found that in July 2025 (the latest month available), a total of 17,254 Golden Visas were issued, marking a monthly increase of 5.7%. This is the largest monthly increase in the last 12 months, continuing a steady growth trend that began in October 2024.

This implies that since the beginning of the year (January 2025), the total number of Golden Visas issued has increased by 31.4%.

Turkish citizens are recording the largest increase, with an increase of almost 80% (79.2%) between January and July 2025. This is followed by Israelis with an increase of 42.1%, Chinese with 27.8%, Americans with 27.3% and British with 25%.

Among the most affordable is the Greek Golden Visa
Suzanna Uzakova, Senior Advisor for Residency and Citizenship Programs at Astons, commented: “Demand for the Greek Golden Visa has been growing for some time and the Greek government has proven receptive to issuing these permits, due to the boost they offer to the national economy. Many of the foreigners who acquire Greek citizenship are wealthy individuals, whose investments in the country contribute to further strengthening the local market and the real estate sector. However, the interest of the Greek government is not limited to high net worth investors.

The Greek Golden Visa is one of the most affordable in Europe, with a minimum investment requirement of €250,000 (if it concerns commercial properties converted into residential properties). Combined with the country’s particularly attractive tax regime, Greece is an ideal destination for anyone wishing to create a new life or develop a business activity in the heart of the European Union.

In addition, there is strong interest from foreign retirees wishing to move to Greece. This category benefits from a flat tax rate of 7% on foreign pension income, for up to 15 years. At the same time, high net worth individuals enjoy an annual tax of €100,000 on taxable foreign income, with the possibility of including family members for an additional €20,000 per person.