In outline: you choose a property, reserve it with a signed reservation agreement and a reservation deposit, our team and your appointed lawyer complete legal due diligence and prepare the contracts, and the transfer is completed before a licensed Greek notary. OSEOS coordinates the entire process from start to finish.
FAQs
Straight answers on the Golden Visa, the buying process, and how we work. Where the law decides, the final word always comes from a licensed Greek lawyer.
BUYING PROCESS
How does the buying process work with OSEOS?
Do I need to be in Greece to buy?
Much of the process can be handled remotely through a power of attorney granted to your legal representative. Your lawyer will explain which steps, if any, require your presence.
What is the reservation deposit and is it refundable?
The reservation deposit takes the property off the market while due diligence and contract preparation are completed. The conditions under which it may be refunded or retained are set out in the reservation agreement you receive and review before paying anything.
FOR BROKERS
How do I become an OSEOS partner broker?
Apply through the Broker Programme registration on this website. Our team reviews every application, and approved brokers receive access to the OSEOS Broker Portal with live inventory, commission terms and client management tools.
What does the Broker Portal include?
Approved partners see live unit availability and pricing, place time-limited holds for their clients, track deals through to completion, and access marketing materials, all in one place.
GOLDEN VISA
What is the Greek Golden Visa?
The Greek Golden Visa is a residence-by-investment programme. By making a qualifying real estate investment in Greece, non-EU nationals and their eligible family members can obtain renewable Greek residence permits. Final eligibility is always confirmed by a licensed Greek immigration lawyer before any commitment.
What is the minimum investment for the Golden Visa?
The threshold depends on the property and its location. Certain properties, such as qualifying conversions of commercial buildings into residential use, can be eligible from EUR 250,000. Other areas carry higher thresholds set by Greek law. Thresholds are set by the Greek state and may change, so the applicable figure is confirmed for your specific property during legal due diligence.
Do I need to open a Greek bank account?
A Greek bank account is optional, not mandatory. Payment for the property can be arranged in the legally accepted ways your lawyer will explain during the process.
Can I rent out my Golden Visa property?
Rental rules depend on the legal route your property qualifies under, and restrictions can apply, including on short-term letting. The exact rules for your property are confirmed in writing by the lawyer before you commit.
Does my family get residency too?
Eligible family members can be included in the application. Who qualifies as an eligible family member is defined by Greek immigration law and confirmed by the lawyer for your specific situation.
WORKING WITH OSEOS
What does OSEOS actually do?
OSEOS Developments acquires, develops and sells investment-grade residential real estate in Greece, with a focus on properties suited to Golden Visa investors. We manage the full journey: sourcing, development, legal coordination through licensed professionals, and after-sale support.
Does OSEOS provide legal or visa advice?
No. Legal and immigration advice is provided exclusively by licensed Greek professionals we work alongside. OSEOS coordinates the process, and every legal point is confirmed by the lawyer handling your file.
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