🏆Golden Visa Boosts Home Sales, Athens Old & New Exhibition

The “Renovate - Rent” Program Opens Tomorrow

February 20, 2025

đź‘‹ Hey there expats,

We hope that you had a wonderful Valentine’s Day last Friday — whether single or in a relationship. For us, V-Day was a day to celebrate love in all its forms—romantic, platonic, self-love, and of course... love for Greece! 🇬🇷💙 

In this week’s newsletter, we’re sharing with you what’s new on our blog, and top news headlines from across the Greek mainland and islands.

Did you know? The “Renovate - Rent” Program Opens Tomorrow

The platform for the “Renovate – Rent” program opens on February 21, allowing thousands of property owners in Greece to renovate an old, unoccupied residence with a subsidy of up to 8,100 euros, provided they rent out the property for at least three years.

The “Renovate – Rent” program has been significantly improved, with the subsidy now covering 60% of renovation costs, up from 40%, for expenses up to 13,500 euros. This means eligible property owners can receive up to 8,100 euros in funding. Read more here.

In the news

🏠Golden Visa bolsters house sales — Read here.

🚨Amorgos island declared state of emergency – Read here.

On the blog

🇬🇷Greek Citizenship Test: How to Pass & Become a Greek Citizen: If you’re planning to apply for Greek citizenship, you must pass the Greek citizenship test. This exam assesses your knowledge of the Greek language, history, culture, geography, government, and society. It is a crucial step for foreigners seeking naturalization in Greece. Read here.

🪙 Greece Non-Dom Tax Regime: Eligibility & Benefits: The Non-Dom Tax Regime offers significant tax advantages for those who qualify, making it a compelling option for expatriates, retirees, and international entrepreneurs considering Greek tax residency. In our guide, you will explore the key eligibility criteria and benefits of this program. Read here.

Upcoming events

From the 20th February until 8th of March, an exhibition is taking place at FokiaNou Art Space with a group show entitled “Athens Old and New”, where 18 artists will participate with works in various media, responding to the theme of rapid and massive changes going on in Athens at present. 

That's it for this week's newsletter! As always, feel free to reach out with any questions, suggestions, or if you'd like to be featured.

Wishing you a fantastic week ahead filled with Greek adventures and memorable experiences.

Yassas!

The “My Greek Expat Journey” Team

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