Greece Visa Guide 2025: Application Requirements, Required Documents, Fees and Appointment Details

Greece, one of the first countries that comes to mind when it comes to summer beach tourism, attracts a large influx of visitors not only for its seaside vacations but also for its historical and cultural heritage and city tours. However, to travel to Greece, visa procedures must first be completed completely. To avoid any problems during this process, it is crucial to follow the visa application process accurately and access up-to-date information. In this guide, we have compiled all the frequently asked questions about visa application requirements, required documents, application fees, and the visa appointment process.

What are the different types of Greek visas? Greek visa applications are evaluated in two main categories, depending on the purpose of the trip and the length of stay: Type C (short-term) visa and Type D (long-term) visa. Each type has different documentation requirements and application procedures.

Type C (Schengen) Visa: Because Greece is located in the Schengen Area, a Type C Schengen visa allows you to stay in Greece for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period. Turkish citizens holding a Maroon passport must apply for this visa. Holders of green, gray, and black passports are exempt from visas for visits of up to 90 days.

A Greek Tourist Visa is suitable for those who want to travel the country and explore its historical and cultural sites. Tourist visa holders can also visit other Schengen countries within the Schengen area.

Greece Business Visa / Business Visa: A Greece business visa is required for business meetings, trade fair visits, or commercial activities. Commercial invitations and company documents must be presented at the time of application.

A Greece visa is required for those wishing to visit relatives, relatives, or friends . The invitation letter must be submitted along with the inviting person's identity and contact information.

Cultural, Sporting, and Conference Participation Visa: Individuals who will be attending cultural events, sporting competitions, or scientific conferences must apply for a Greek cultural and sporting visa. An invitation from the event is required.

Greece Short-Term Student Visa: A short-term student visa application must be made for education, internship or seminar programs under 90 days.

The Greece Type D (Long-Term) Visa is valid for students, workers, or those planning to settle in the country for more than 90 days. Also known as a residence visa, this visa type requires more extensive documentation and processing.

Greece Visa Application Requirements: To apply for a Greek visa, you must make an appointment at the consulate or embassy. This appointment must be made at least two weeks before your trip.

The application form must be filled out with complete and accurate information, and the documents must be dated at most 3 months ago.
The passport must be valid for at least 3 more months and have 2 blank pages.
First-time applicants must provide fingerprints. This data is valid for 5 years.
Passports with the TRNC stamp are rejected for entry into Greece.

Required Documents for a Greece Visa (Document List) The documents required for applicants to submit vary depending on their employment status. However, the basic documents required are generally as follows:

Completed and signed Greece visa application form
Valid passport not older than 10 years
Old passport (if applicable)
2 biometric photographs (3.5x4.5 cm, white background)
Accommodation and flight reservations
Travel health insurance (Schengen coverage)
Last 3 months bank account statement (minimum balance of 5,000 TL, with wet signature and bank stamp)
Population registration copy and ID photocopy
Depending on your professional status:
Social Security Institution statements, pay slips, employer letters
For company owners: activity certificate, tax certificate, signature circular
Student certificate for students, sponsor petition for unemployed people
Retirement certificate for retirees
For children under 18: consent form

How Much is a Greece Visa? As of August 2024, Greece visa fees are as follows:

For adults: 90 euros
For children aged 6–12: 45 Euros

These fees may include visa application center service fees, biometric processing fees, and additional service fees such as printing and photocopying.

How to Make a Greece Visa Appointment? Greek visa appointments are made through iDATA or application centers. Appointments should generally be scheduled one month before travel. First-time applicants must submit fingerprints in person. For long-term visas, applications must be submitted directly to the consulate.

Greek Consulates and Application Centers Applications are made to the relevant consulate according to the city of residence:

Greek Embassy (Ankara) – Tel: 0312 448 06 47
Consulate General of Istanbul – Tel: 0212 393 82 90
Izmir Consulate General – Tel: 0232 464 31 60
Edirne Consulate – Tel: 0284 235 58 04

How Long Does It Take to Get a Greek Visa? Short-term Greek visa applications are generally processed within 7–15 business days. Depending on consulate volume, this process can take up to 21 business days. For long-term (D-type) visas, the processing time can take up to two months.

Greece Visa Procedures and Tracking: The entire application process can be tracked through the iDATA visa tracking system. Once the documents are complete, an appointment must be made, and all documents must be submitted on the application day. Applications must be submitted in person, and the entire process must be followed carefully.

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