Greek business visa
Migration Program Details & Application
Program Overview
A Greek business visa is essentially a Schengen short-stay visa (Category C), but the purpose of travel must be clearly stated as "business." Below is information compiled regarding the aspects you raised.
Project Description
• Visa type: Schengen business visa (Category C), allowing a stay of up to 90 days within Greece and the Schengen Area within a 180-day period for business negotiations, exhibitions, etc.
• Applicable situations: Meetings, training, and short-term business trips to Greece.
Project Description
• Visa type: Schengen business visa (Category C), allowing a stay of up to 90 days within Greece and the Schengen Area within a 180-day period for business negotiations, exhibitions, etc.
• Applicable situations: Meetings, training, and short-term business trips to Greece.
Eligibility & Requirements
Applicant requirements
• Passport and funds: Passport must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for at least 3 months after departure; bank statements for the most recent 3-6 months are required, with a recommended balance of over 30,000 RMB.
• Health insurance: Purchase Schengen health insurance with a coverage of no less than 30,000 euros.
• Key documents: Original formal business invitation letter from the Greek company; employment certificate and business license copy of the Chinese company; supporting documents that can prove the authenticity of business dealings between the two parties (such as contracts and email records).
• Passport and funds: Passport must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for at least 3 months after departure; bank statements for the most recent 3-6 months are required, with a recommended balance of over 30,000 RMB.
• Health insurance: Purchase Schengen health insurance with a coverage of no less than 30,000 euros.
• Key documents: Original formal business invitation letter from the Greek company; employment certificate and business license copy of the Chinese company; supporting documents that can prove the authenticity of business dealings between the two parties (such as contracts and email records).
Application Process & Advice
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• Short-term/long-term pathway distinction: Note the difference between "business visa" and "work/entrepreneur visa" (Category D visa). If you need to reside in Greece or manage a company there, you will need to apply for a residence permit, which has a high threshold (such as assets or turnover of no less than 4 million euros).
• Material details: Only provide booking confirmations for air tickets and hotels (do not pay in advance). It is recommended to use the original or a clear scan of the invitation letter to increase credibility.
• Biometrics: If this is your first Schengen visa or your previous visa was issued more than 59 months ago, you must go in person to have your fingerprints taken.
• Policy Timeline: Greece will launch a new talent/technology visa in 2026. Those who need long-term business visas can consult about this new pathway.
Application process
1. Confirm travel type and appointment: Confirm that the purpose of travel is business, and make an appointment by visiting the official website of the Greek Visa Application Centre or through a visa application centre authorized by the embassy or consulate.
2. Prepare materials: Prepare according to the checklist, paying special attention to the authenticity of the invitation letter and the dispatch letter from the employer.
3. Submission and fingerprinting: Go to the appointment time to submit and collect biometric information. The current fee is 90 euros (approximately 700 yuan).
4. Review and Collection: Review usually takes about 15 days, which may be extended to 30-45 days. You can pick it up in person or have it mailed to you.
Consulting fee: 500 USD
• Short-term/long-term pathway distinction: Note the difference between "business visa" and "work/entrepreneur visa" (Category D visa). If you need to reside in Greece or manage a company there, you will need to apply for a residence permit, which has a high threshold (such as assets or turnover of no less than 4 million euros).
• Material details: Only provide booking confirmations for air tickets and hotels (do not pay in advance). It is recommended to use the original or a clear scan of the invitation letter to increase credibility.
• Biometrics: If this is your first Schengen visa or your previous visa was issued more than 59 months ago, you must go in person to have your fingerprints taken.
• Policy Timeline: Greece will launch a new talent/technology visa in 2026. Those who need long-term business visas can consult about this new pathway.
Application process
1. Confirm travel type and appointment: Confirm that the purpose of travel is business, and make an appointment by visiting the official website of the Greek Visa Application Centre or through a visa application centre authorized by the embassy or consulate.
2. Prepare materials: Prepare according to the checklist, paying special attention to the authenticity of the invitation letter and the dispatch letter from the employer.
3. Submission and fingerprinting: Go to the appointment time to submit and collect biometric information. The current fee is 90 euros (approximately 700 yuan).
4. Review and Collection: Review usually takes about 15 days, which may be extended to 30-45 days. You can pick it up in person or have it mailed to you.
Consulting fee: 500 USD