Under article 25 of Law 5275/2026 (which added article 79C to the Migration Code), a new category of entry visa was established, with a validity period of twelve (12) months, for third-country nationals who possess high educational qualifications and seek admission to Greece in order to search for employment or pursue a professional activity (“talent visa”).
This provision establishes a framework for the temporary residence of highly qualified third-country nationals. It applies to graduates of foreign higher education institutions, as well as holders of master's, doctoral or post-doctoral degrees awarded by foreign higher education institutions. The visa enables them to reside in Greece and either seek employment opportunities or pursue professional activities.
The objective is to establish a favorable framework for attracting highly qualified third-country nationals who will contribute both to the economy and to the diversity of the educational and professional environment.
Specific supporting documents required for the issuance of a “talent visa”.
A degree certifying that the applicant has graduated from a foreign higher education institution that is included in at least two of the international rankings of foreign higher education institutions, as specified by the Joint Ministerial Decision under paragraph 41A of article 176 of the Migration Code.
A master's, doctoral or post-doctoral degree from a foreign higher education institution that is included in at least two of the international rankings of foreign higher education institutions, as specified by the Joint Ministerial Decision under paragraph 41A of article 176 of the Migration Code, provided that the degree was obtained within the five years prior to the submission of the visa application.
Evidence that the third-country national has sufficient financial resources to cover their living expenses during their stay in the country.
A third-country national holding a “talent visa” may, before the expiration of the national entry visa and provided that the relevant legal requirements are met, apply for the issuance of a residence permit in accordance with article 12 of the Migration Code (Law 5038/2023).
If you are interested in obtaining a “talent visa” entry visa, you can contact our office by telephone at +30 210 3319753 or by email at info@georgallis-law.com. Our law office and associates, with their expertise and experience in residence permits matters, will guide you step by step and assist you in completing the relevant procedure promptly, securely and effectively.
Under article 25 of Law 5275/2026 (which added article 79C to the Migration Code), a new category of entry visa was established, with a validity period of twelve (12) months, for third-country nationals who possess high educational qualifications and seek admission to Greece in order to search for employment or pursue a professional activity (“talent visa”).
This provision establishes a framework for the temporary residence of highly qualified third-country nationals. It applies to graduates of foreign higher education institutions, as well as holders of master's, doctoral or post-doctoral degrees awarded by foreign higher education institutions. The visa enables them to reside in Greece and either seek employment opportunities or pursue professional activities.
The objective is to establish a favorable framework for attracting highly qualified third-country nationals who will contribute both to the economy and to the diversity of the educational and professional environment.
Specific supporting documents required for the issuance of a “talent visa”.
A third-country national holding a “talent visa” may, before the expiration of the national entry visa and provided that the relevant legal requirements are met, apply for the issuance of a residence permit in accordance with article 12 of the Migration Code (Law 5038/2023).
If you are interested in obtaining a “talent visa” entry visa, you can contact our office by telephone at +30 210 3319753 or by email at info@georgallis-law.com. Our law office and associates, with their expertise and experience in residence permits matters, will guide you step by step and assist you in completing the relevant procedure promptly, securely and effectively.