Question 1

What is the Business visa?

Accepted Answer

Allows entry to businessmen, entrepreneurs and employee into Greece and other Schengen countries for purposes related to business negotiations, signing export-related contracts, participating in trade fairs, discussing logistics, certification, or supplies, as well as visiting a factory or a supplier. 
Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Requires proof of an invitation from a host company, evidence of financial means, and travel insurance. Employment during the visit is not permitted.

Question 2

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Accepted Answer

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Question 3

How long can I stay in Greece on a Business visa?

Accepted Answer

You can stay in Greece for up to Not applicable with a Business visa.

Question 4

How much does a Business visa to Greece cost?

Accepted Answer

The consular fee for a Business visa visa to Greece is €90 ~$104.

Question 5

Do I need an invitation letter for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. From the inviting company, business or organization, as well as other documents confirming participation in business events, meetings and activities. In some cases, permits from the relevant authorities of the country may be required for specific business activities.

Question 6

Do I need an passport for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least three months and with at least two blank pages.

Question 7

Do I need an photograph for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 35x45mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible.

Question 8

Do I need an visa application form for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Official Schengen visa application form, completely filled and signed by the applicant.

Question 9

Do I need an travel health insurance for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Valid for the entire Schengen area and the full duration of stay, covering at least €30,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.

Question 10

Do I need an proof of financial means for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Recent bank statement for the last three months or any other proof of income. This document must demonstrate sufficient funds to support oneself for the entire stay and for return expenses. In cases of sponsorship by a host, an invitation letter with financial commitments and proof of the sponsor's income must also be provided.

Question 11

Do I need an proof of accommodation for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirmed hotel booking, rental contract, proof of residential property or staying with a private host covering the whole duration of the stay.

Question 12

Do I need an current immigration or residence status for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.

Question 13

Do I need an travel itinerary for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Documents confirming the duration of the visit and planned activities, such as tickets, event registration, travel plan, etc.

Question 14

Do I need an letter of proof of employment for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Letter from employer, contract, payslip or other documents confirming the applicant's position and work status. Unemployed persons must provide a letter explaining and confirming sufficient funds. Appropriate documents corresponding to employment status must be provided, whether the applicant is employed, a student, or retired.

Question 15

Do I need an letter of full-time student status for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Issued by an educational institution to confirm the applicant's student status, indicating the course/class and contact information of the institution. If applicable.

Question 16

Do I need an business license or registration for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For entrepreneurs and self-employed, indicating the applicant’s name and business license or registration details.

Question 17

Do I need an flight itinerary for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Fully paid round-trip tickets or booking confirmation. Must be issued by airline or travel company and must contain the applicant's name, flight numbers and dates.

Question 18

Do I need an registration documents of the inviter for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. With details about the person, company or organization inviting the applicant.

Question 19

Do I need an documents for minor children for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Birth certificate, adoption certificate, or guardianship certificate evidencing parental or guardianship rights; certified power of attorney or permission from parents or legal guardians for minors traveling abroad.

Question 20

Do I need an proof of family ties for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Marriage certificate or other document confirming relationship, guardianship or family ties. If applicable.

Question 21

Do I need an receipt of fee payment for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 22

Do I need an travel history for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Copies of previous Schengen visas and entry/exit stamps. Visas to other destinations may also be included, but are not mandatory.

Question 23

Do I need an criminal record certificate for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirming no criminal record in the applicant’s home or residence country. If applicable.

Question 24

Do I need an proof of sponsorship for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If the applicant is sponsored by a host person, company or organization. Documents must include information about the inviter, duration of the visit and financial guarantees with corresponding evidence.

Question 25

Do I need an medical certificate for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In some cases, citizens or residents of some countries may be required to provide health certificates confirming that they have no easily transmitted diseases such as tuberculosis or other serious diseases that pose a risk and danger to large numbers of people. It is recommended to check the exact requirements directly with the place where the application is submitted.

Question 26

Do I need an declaration of true and complete information for Business visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Signed by the applicant and confirming that all information provided in the Schengen visa application form is accurate and complete. The requirements for including this document may vary depending on where the application is submitted.

Question 27

What are the invitation letter requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

From the inviting company, business or organization, as well as other documents confirming participation in business events, meetings and activities. In some cases, permits from the relevant authorities of the country may be required for specific business activities.

Question 28

What are the passport requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least three months and with at least two blank pages.

Question 29

What are the photograph requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 35x45mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible.

Question 30

What are the visa application form requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Official Schengen visa application form, completely filled and signed by the applicant.

Question 31

What are the travel health insurance requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Valid for the entire Schengen area and the full duration of stay, covering at least €30,000, and include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, including in case of death.

Question 32

What are the proof of financial means requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Recent bank statement for the last three months or any other proof of income. This document must demonstrate sufficient funds to support oneself for the entire stay and for return expenses. In cases of sponsorship by a host, an invitation letter with financial commitments and proof of the sponsor's income must also be provided.

Question 33

What are the proof of accommodation requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirmed hotel booking, rental contract, proof of residential property or staying with a private host covering the whole duration of the stay.

Question 34

What are the current immigration or residence status requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.

Question 35

What are the travel itinerary requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Documents confirming the duration of the visit and planned activities, such as tickets, event registration, travel plan, etc.

Question 36

What are the letter of proof of employment requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Letter from employer, contract, payslip or other documents confirming the applicant's position and work status. Unemployed persons must provide a letter explaining and confirming sufficient funds. Appropriate documents corresponding to employment status must be provided, whether the applicant is employed, a student, or retired.

Question 37

What are the letter of full-time student status requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Issued by an educational institution to confirm the applicant's student status, indicating the course/class and contact information of the institution. If applicable.

Question 38

What are the business license or registration requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

For entrepreneurs and self-employed, indicating the applicant’s name and business license or registration details.

Question 39

What are the flight itinerary requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Fully paid round-trip tickets or booking confirmation. Must be issued by airline or travel company and must contain the applicant's name, flight numbers and dates.

Question 40

What are the registration documents of the inviter requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

With details about the person, company or organization inviting the applicant.

Question 41

What are the documents for minor children requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Birth certificate, adoption certificate, or guardianship certificate evidencing parental or guardianship rights; certified power of attorney or permission from parents or legal guardians for minors traveling abroad.

Question 42

What are the proof of family ties requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Marriage certificate or other document confirming relationship, guardianship or family ties. If applicable.

Question 43

What are the receipt of fee payment requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 44

What are the travel history requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Copies of previous Schengen visas and entry/exit stamps. Visas to other destinations may also be included, but are not mandatory.

Question 45

What are the criminal record certificate requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirming no criminal record in the applicant’s home or residence country. If applicable.

Question 46

What are the proof of sponsorship requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

If the applicant is sponsored by a host person, company or organization. Documents must include information about the inviter, duration of the visit and financial guarantees with corresponding evidence.

Question 47

What are the medical certificate requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

In some cases, citizens or residents of some countries may be required to provide health certificates confirming that they have no easily transmitted diseases such as tuberculosis or other serious diseases that pose a risk and danger to large numbers of people. It is recommended to check the exact requirements directly with the place where the application is submitted.

Question 48

What are the declaration of true and complete information requirements for Greece visa?

Accepted Answer

Signed by the applicant and confirming that all information provided in the Schengen visa application form is accurate and complete. The requirements for including this document may vary depending on where the application is submitted.

Question 49

What is an C visa in Greece?

Accepted Answer

Allows entry to businessmen, entrepreneurs and employee into Greece and other Schengen countries for purposes related to business negotiations, signing export-related contracts, participating in trade fairs, discussing logistics, certification, or supplies, as well as visiting a factory or a supplier. 
Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Requires proof of an invitation from a host company, evidence of financial means, and travel insurance. Employment during the visit is not permitted.

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Business visa to Greece

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How does this visa work?

How long is the visa valid?from 1 day to 5 years

How long can you stay in the country? 3 months

Can the stay be extended?Not applicable

Can you enter once or multiple times?single-entrymultiple-entry

How long does processing take?from 15 days to 1 month 15 days

What is the consular fee?€90 (~$104)

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What documents are required to apply for the visa?

What must be prepared?

1Passport

2Photograph

3Visa application form

4Travel health insurance

How can you prove the basis for the visa?

1Invitation letter

What additional documents may be required?

1Proof of financial means

2Proof of accommodation

3Current immigration or residence status

4Travel itinerary

5Letter of proof of employment

6Letter of full-time student status

7Business license or registration

8Flight itinerary

9Registration documents of the inviter

10Documents for minor children

11Proof of family ties

12Receipt of fee payment

13Travel history

14Criminal record certificate

15Proof of sponsorship

16Medical certificate

17Declaration of true and complete information

Are you eligible for this visa?

Official visa information

English international

Official sources

Official sources

Do you have any questions?