Before moving
Plan your move to Greece
A practical starting point for documents, money, housing, healthcare and everyday life before you arrive.
Visa requirementsUnderstand the route that matches your nationality and purpose of stay.Open guideResidence permitsPrepare the residence route, appointments and supporting documents.Open guideDigital Nomad VisaReview the official route for remote workers before making commitments.Open guideTax implicationsLearn what to check with an authorised accountant before becoming tax resident.Open guideCost of livingCompare rent, utilities, transport, groceries and realistic monthly budgets.Open guideMoving companiesPlan quotes, insurance, inventory and delivery timing for your move.Open guidePet relocationOrganise microchip, vaccination, carrier and travel requirements early.Open guideHealth insuranceCompare public eligibility, EOPYY access and private cover before arrival.Open guideDocuments neededBuild a personal checklist for identity, address, income and family documents.Open guideInternational schoolsStart comparing school locations, languages, admissions and transport.Open guide