Despite the abundance of information available online, it is important to know that acquiring citizenship in Greece is possible only through specific methods outlined by Greek legislation, depending on your circumstances and connections to Greece. One of the lawful ways to obtain Greek citizenship is through the process of naturalization.
Naturalization is the process of acquiring citizenship based on the voluntary desire of the applicant and their compliance with a set of conditions. One of the key requirements is prolonged legal residence in the country. Depending on the category of your residence permit, the required duration can be: 3, 7 or 12 years.
Additionally, the following conditions must be met for naturalization:
Proficiency in the Greek language sufficient to fulfill the duties of a Greek citizen;
Knowledge of Greek history, geography, and culture;
Integration into the country’s economic and social life;
No criminal convictions.
Documents required for submitting a naturalization application:
Application;
Copy of all pages of the valid foreign passport;
Valid residence permit;
Certificate of passing the exam (Πιστοποιητικό Επάρκειας Γνώσεων για Πολιτογράφηση);
Birth certificate (original with Apostille stamp and official translation into Greek);
Marriage certificate (original with Apostille stamp and official translation into Greek);
Receipt of payment for the state fee (550€, 200€, or 100€ – depending on your case);
Tax returns for the last 3, 5, or 7 years;
Social security number (AMKA);
Confirmation of tax and insurance status;
Documents confirming social integration;
Documents confirming place of residence;
Utility bills in your name.
Important! All foreign documents must be legalized and translated into Greek by an official translator or lawyer.
Due to the numerous nuances involved in the process of obtaining Greek citizenship, we advise you to secure competent legal support. Contact our law office, and we will provide you with a full range of legal services for acquiring Greek citizenship, starting from individual consultations and analysis of your situation to the preparation of necessary documents and representation of your interests before the relevant government authorities. Trust our experience and professionalism to make the process of obtaining Greek citizenship simpler and more efficient.