Families applying for Greece’s Golden Visa are increasingly putting education at the center of their plans. The program, long associated with property investment and European residency, is now also being considered by parents seeking stronger educational options and greater flexibility for their children.
For these families, the decision is not only about buying a home in Greece or securing residency rights. It is about choosing a place that can support a child’s schooling, offer access to international curricula and provide a possible base in Europe for the years ahead.
This is changing the nature of the investment decision. Families are looking beyond rental returns and property values. They are weighing school availability, lifestyle, safety and the option to live in Greece in the future. In this context, the Greece Golden Visa is increasingly becoming part of a broader family plan.
Investment decisions are changing
Get Golden Visa says that one in five Greek real estate investments made through the program over the past 12 months was driven by education and lifestyle priorities, rather than expected rental income.
The change reflects a wider shift in how internationally mobile families assess residency options. For many, the first question is no longer where to invest. It is where their children can study, settle and access future opportunities.
International schools influence where families live
Interest is growing in Greece’s international schools, particularly in Athens. Some schools are already approaching capacity for the September 2026 intake. This has made school access an important factor in where families choose to live and buy property.
“Families are increasingly treating residency as part of a long term plan for their children,” said İdil Hamzadi, Greece Director at Get Golden Visa. “They are looking at schools, lifestyle, security and future flexibility alongside the investment itself.”
A wider education offer is emerging
Greece is also expanding its wider education offer. Changes introduced in 2024 have created a clearer framework for foreign universities to operate through partnerships. English-taught programs are becoming more common, while international institutions are exploring new opportunities in the country.
This is making Greece more relevant to families who want an education option in Europe without committing to an immediate full time move.
A long term plan for children
The firm says the trend is particularly clear among single-child families. Applications designed around a child’s long term future have risen by 35 to 40% in this group.
In some cases, families are choosing to make the child the main applicant. Parents can then be included in the application. This approach can help protect the child’s residency status after they are no longer treated as a dependent.
The Greece Golden Visa has traditionally attracted investors seeking European residency and property exposure. It is now also appealing to families who see education as part of the value of establishing a base in the country.
For these families, Greece offers more than a property purchase. It offers a potential second home, access to international education, and a broader range of choices for the next generation.
About Get Golden Visa
Get Golden Visa is a global mobility and residency-by-investment consultancy founded in 2014. The company supports individuals and families exploring residency and citizenship programs across multiple countries, providing guidance on investment options, applications, documentation, and relocation. Get Golden Visa operates offices in London, Lisbon, Athens, and Istanbul.
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