{"id":9625,"date":"2026-01-06T18:58:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T10:58:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=9625"},"modified":"2026-04-16T02:57:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T18:57:55","slug":"living-abroad-in-greece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-greece.html","title":{"rendered":"The 2026 Guide to Living in Greece for Expats"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in Greece offers expats, retirees, digital nomads, and travelers an affordable, relaxed lifestyle with beautiful scenery, rich history, and a warm climate. This guide covers cost of living, visas, healthcare, retirement planning, and key steps for moving.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll also find insights on living in Greece as an American, navigating local culture, and understanding Greece\u2019s healthcare, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/greece-health-insurance-pacific-prime-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/international-health-insurance-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">international health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> options. By the end, you\u2019ll feel ready to explore the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-greece-for-expats.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best places to live in Greece<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and prepare for your move.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Key Things to Know Before Moving to Greece<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27470 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/port-of-katakolo-with-boats-and-coastal-buildings-in-greece.webp\" alt=\"Image of Port Of Katakolo With Boats And Coastal Buildings In Greece with text overlay of &quot;Key Things to Know Before Moving to Greece&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/port-of-katakolo-with-boats-and-coastal-buildings-in-greece.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/port-of-katakolo-with-boats-and-coastal-buildings-in-greece-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/port-of-katakolo-with-boats-and-coastal-buildings-in-greece-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/port-of-katakolo-with-boats-and-coastal-buildings-in-greece-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/port-of-katakolo-with-boats-and-coastal-buildings-in-greece-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re an expat, digital nomad, retiree, or other traveler preparing to live abroad in Greece, it\u2019s important to learn about the cost of living in Greece, because you need to make sure you can afford it before you move. We\u2019ve made your job easier by gathering that information for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This useful guide will tell you what you need to know. We\u2019ll discuss the cost of living in Greece, what it\u2019s like living there as an American, retirement tips, and how to move to Greece.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Greece vs. USA Cost of Living Comparison<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">51%<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> less expensive to live in Greece than to live in the USA. The average cost of living for one person in Greece is USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,237\/month, while it\u2019s USD $2,516\/month<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA. For a family to live in Greece, the average is USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2,944\/month, vs. USD $5,730\/month<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to live in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following estimates come from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/livingcost.org\/cost\/greece\/united-states\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LivingCost<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Housing Costs in Greece vs. USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On average, it costs USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$594\/month<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for one person to rent a home in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,598\/month <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in the United States. For a family to rent housing in Greece, it costs about USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,000\/month <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">compared to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $2,655\/month i<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">n the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Food Costs in Greece Compared to the USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On average, food expenses for a month in Greece cost USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$455<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, whereas in the USA, they cost USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$651<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Of course, it varies widely based on your eating habits and how often you eat out compared to buying groceries. In general, however, food expenses in Greece vs. the USA are cheaper.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average Groceries Breakdown:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 qt of <\/span><b>Milk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.74<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.11<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 lb of <\/span><b>Bread<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.38<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3.57<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.2 lb of <\/span><b>Rice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2.44<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4.43<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 <\/span><b>Eggs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4.55<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4.70<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.2 lb of <\/span><b>Cheese<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD $14.3 in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$13.40<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.2 lb of <\/span><b>Apples<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2.22<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5.12<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.2 lb of <\/span><b>Oranges<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD $<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.45<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4.48<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average Restaurant Breakdown:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lunch Menu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$14.80<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$19.50<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dinner Menu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$56.80<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$76.50<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fast Food Meal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$9.90<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$11.50<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Beer in the Pub<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5.23<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6.31<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Transport Costs in Greece vs. USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On average, public transportation expenses in Greece are cheaper than in the United States by almost a third. However, if you plan to drive your own car in Greece, gas costs twice as much in Greece as it does in the USA.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transportation Fees Breakdown:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Local Transport Ticket<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.47<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2.35<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Monthly Ticket for Public Transportation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$44.7<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$69.5<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Taxi Ride<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$14.50<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD $18.40 in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gas for \u00bc gallon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2.11<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Greece vs. USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0.92<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Salary Comparison: Greece vs. USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average salary in Greece for a year was <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17,170 euros ($19,991 USD)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worlddata.info\/average-income.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2025<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The average salary in the USA is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$82,932 a year<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Even though salaries in Greece are less than in the USA, the cost of living is lower as well!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-30' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_1.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Life in Greece for Americans: What to Expect<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re an American who\u2019s going to be living in Greece, you\u2019ll want to be ready for a very relaxed lifestyle. The locals are friendly, the weather is lovely, and the food is delicious, although learning a bit of the local Greek is always wise to break down language barriers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Characteristics Of Greek People:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positivity, regardless of their circumstances<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Devoted to their work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very happy and satisfied individuals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deeply loyal to familial and social groups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slow pace of life focused on human interactions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some things to know about the country\u2019s culture:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalcitizensolutions.com\/americans-living-in-greece\/#is-greece-safe\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">crime rate in Greece is quite low<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greek cuisine is high in fresh vegetables, fish, and seafood, with little meat besides lamb<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life on the water is very active with yachting, sailing, and boating between the islands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greece is generally quite affordable<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on where you go, there should be many rental options<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-31' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_2.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 2\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Healthcare and Health Insurance in Greece<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greece\u2019s government operates the National Health System (ESY) that provides free or low-cost healthcare to Greek residents who qualify. Even as a foreigner or expat, you can qualify if you contribute to their social security system called <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amka.gr\/index_en.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AMKA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or pay into the system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalliving.com\/countries\/greece\/healthcare-in-greece\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">qualify for Greece health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is considered one of the best in the world, you can pay out of pocket for all visits, procedures, and medications,<\/span><b> or you can get a private insurance plan.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Private offices have better maintenance and newer facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime offers excellent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/greece-health-insurance-pacific-prime-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private health insurance plans in Greece<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a variety of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurance-plans\/global-health-insurance-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">global plans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You\u2019ll want to check out these options before you move overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Studying in Greece: Education Guide for Expats<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Education in Greece is strong, as they highly value learning in their culture. Many Greek universities teach classes in English for a variety of degree programs. Many public universities don\u2019t charge tuition, although some master\u2019s programs do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Famous subjects <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastersportal.com\/articles\/442\/7-reasons-to-study-abroad-in-greece-in-2023.html#:~:text=Greece%20does%20not%20only%20take,degrees%20in%20plenty%20of%20fields.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to study in Greece<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Architecture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Philosophy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Politics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">History<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicine\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-32' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_3.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 3\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Retiring in Greece From The USA: Visa, Taxes, and Requirements<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27472 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/whitewashed-buildings-in-oia-overlooking-the-sea-during-daylight-in-greece.webp\" alt=\"Image of Whitewashed Buildings In Oia Overlooking The Sea During Daylight In Greece with text overlay of &quot;Retiring in Greece From The USA: Visa, Taxes, and Requirements&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/whitewashed-buildings-in-oia-overlooking-the-sea-during-daylight-in-greece.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/whitewashed-buildings-in-oia-overlooking-the-sea-during-daylight-in-greece-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/whitewashed-buildings-in-oia-overlooking-the-sea-during-daylight-in-greece-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/whitewashed-buildings-in-oia-overlooking-the-sea-during-daylight-in-greece-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/whitewashed-buildings-in-oia-overlooking-the-sea-during-daylight-in-greece-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone from the USA can retire in Greece through the right procedures. US citizens can enter Greece for up to 90 days without a visa, but if you plan to retire there and stay longer than 90 days, you\u2019ll need an entry visa. Once living in the country, you\u2019ll apply for a residency permit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get a residency permit, you\u2019ll need the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proof of current medical insurance coverage in Greece<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proof of an income of at least \u20ac2,000 monthly or \u20ac24,000 in your bank account<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getgoldenvisa.com\/retire-in-greece\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greece Golden Visa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the most popular among retirees and investors because you can get this visa by investing \u20ac250,000 in the local real estate market. This permanent residency is valid for five years, and you can renew it indefinitely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After living in Greece for seven years with the Greece Golden Visa, you can apply for citizenship.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greece also has a retiree initiative to draw in retirees that promises that if you shift your tax residence to Greece, <\/span><b>you will be taxed at a 7% flat tax rate.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To receive a full pension in Greece, you must be at least 62 years old and have completed 40 insurance years in Greece.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Move to Greece: Visas and Key Steps<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step when moving to Greece from the USA is to get an entry visa to enter the country. This is required when you plan to stay in the country for longer than 90 days. Once you get to Greece, you will apply for a residence and work permit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For some of the visas, such as the work permit, you will need to show proof of health insurance as part of your application to live in Greece.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurosender.com\/en\/rr\/moving-to\/greece\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of visas in Greece<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tourist Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This will let you travel and stay in Greece for a maximum of 90 days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Business Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This is for business-related trips to Greece.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Work Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This is for expats who move to Greece for a job. You can\u2019t apply for this visa until after you have signed a contract with your employer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Investment Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Expats are eligible for this visa if they buy a home in Greece for more than \u20ac250,000 or if they invest at least \u20ac300,000 in the Greek economy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After entering the country and beginning to live there, you can apply for a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/immigrantinvest.com\/blog\/greece-permanent-residency-en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">permanent residence permit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a long-term residence permit. These need to be renewed every five years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some other steps you will need to consider when planning to move:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to rent or buy property<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you will move your belongings or sell them and buy new ones once in Greece<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which healthcare insurance you want<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you open a bank account with a local provider<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to learn Greek<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which schools your family will attend<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you understand the basic cost of living in Greece, some characteristics of their culture, what it would be like to retire there, and how to move into the country, you are almost prepared for your flight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since it is so much cheaper to live in Greece than in the USA, we hope you\u2019re able to live and\/or retire in this calming, relaxed environment. If you\u2019re not completely set on Greece, however, we encourage you to learn what it\u2019s like to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-spain.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">live abroad in Spain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-germany.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Germany<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might also find it beneficial to read our general <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-europe.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide for all you need to know when living abroad<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And always, you\u2019ll want to look into <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare options when living internationally<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/international-health-insurance-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">international health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Getting coverage from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will grant you peace of mind while you live your best adventure in Greece and make life-long memories!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Living in Greece offers expats, retirees, digital nomads, and travelers an affordable, relaxed lifestyle with beautiful scenery, rich history, and a warm climate. This guide covers cost of living, visas, healthcare, retirement planning, and key steps for moving. 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