Frequently asked questions
1️⃣Why choose Golden Key Legal for cross-border legal representation and investment advisory? Golden Key Legal combines academic expertise, courtroom experience, and international practice under one integrated legal framework. Our team provides clients with personalized, results-oriented solutions — from criminal defense and extradition to property investment and residency planning. With a strong network of partners across Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas, we act as your trusted legal partner in Greece, ensuring efficiency, confidentiality, and global legal insight.
2️⃣ What is the minimum investment required for the Greek Golden Visa? The minimum property investment currently starts from €250,000, depending on the region and property type. In selected areas such as Athens, Thessaloniki, and Santorini, the threshold may rise to €800,000 under the most recent legal amendments.
3️⃣ Can I include my family members in the application? Yes. The Greek Golden Visa allows inclusion of the spouse, dependent children up to 21, and the parents of both spouses. Each family member receives a residence permit with equal rights and duration.
4️⃣ How long does it take to obtain the Greek Golden Visa? The process typically takes 2 to 4 months from property purchase to residence permit issuance, provided all documentation is complete.
5️⃣ Do I need to live in Greece to maintain my residence permit? No. There is no physical residence requirement — only ownership of the qualifying property and renewal every five years.
6️⃣ Can I rent out my property after obtaining the Golden Visa? Yes. Property owners may freely rent or lease their properties, including through short-term rentals (Airbnb), subject to local tax and registration requirements (AADE).
7️⃣ Does Golden Key Legal assist with property due diligence and contract drafting? Absolutely. Our firm provides full legal due diligence, contract negotiation, notarial coordination, and land registry verification, ensuring your investment is secure and compliant with Greek law.
8️⃣ What are the key taxes and fees when purchasing real estate in Greece? Main costs include a 3% property transfer tax, notarial and registry fees, and legal fees. There are no extra Golden Visa taxes beyond the standard ownership tax (ENFIA).
9️⃣ Does Golden Key Legal handle criminal or extradition cases? Yes. We handle Criminal Law and International Judicial Cooperation, including extradition, European Arrest Warrants, and cross-border defense, combining litigation skill with international procedural insight.
🔟 What languages does your legal team work in? Our lawyers work fluently in English, French, Greek, and Spanish, with partner support in Turkish, Hebrew, and Arabic for cross-border clients.
1️⃣1️⃣ Does Golden Key Legal provide legal assistance before international courts or tribunals? Yes. We represent clients before the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) and the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), preparing petitions and appeals in cases involving procedural rights, extradition, and international defense.
1️⃣2️⃣ What rights does a person have when facing extradition from Greece? Anyone subject to extradition proceedings is entitled to legal representation, translation services, and judicial review. Golden Key Legal provides full defense in both domestic and EU cross-border extradition cases.
1️⃣3️⃣ Does Golden Key Legal handle cases related to international financial crimes and the EPPO? Yes. We represent clients in cross-border financial crime cases, including fraud, money laundering, and corruption, working in cooperation with the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) and national authorities.
1️⃣4️⃣ Does Golden Key Legal provide legal support for international property acquisitions in Greece? Yes. We offer comprehensive legal assistance for foreign property purchases, covering due diligence, contract drafting, tax compliance, and notarial representation, ensuring full legal and procedural transparency.
1️⃣5️⃣ Can Golden Key Legal represent foreign nationals before Greek courts? Yes. We routinely represent non-Greek citizens in criminal, administrative, and civil cases, ensuring compliance with Greek and EU procedural safeguards.