Greece retirement guide

Retire in Greece as an American

Greece combines spectacular natural beauty, a rich historical legacy, and one of the Mediterranean's more affordable lifestyles. Retirees can choose between cosmopolitan Athens, regional cities, coastal communities, and island life.

Why Americans choose Greece

• Residency options for qualifying investors and retirees
• Relatively affordable cost of living
• Approximately 300 sunny days per year
• Extraordinary cuisine and outdoor lifestyle
• Island and mainland choices
• Welcoming local and expat communities

Climate and lifestyle

Greece has a Mediterranean climate with long, hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters.

Visa and residency overview

Greece offers several residency routes, including options for financially independent applicants and qualifying investors. Thresholds and conditions vary by location and change periodically.

Popular places to explore

Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Corfu, Rhodes