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Greece (Schengen) Work Permit

Why Choose Greece for Work?

  • Member of European Union & Schengen Zone
  • Opportunity to move freely within 26 Schengen countries
  • Affordable lifestyle compared to Western Europe
  • Growing job market in construction, hospitality, agriculture, and IT
  • Possibility of long-term residence and eventually EU citizenship
Eligibility Criteria for Greece Work Permit

To apply for a Greece work visa, you need to meet the following conditions:

  • A valid job offer or employment contract from a Greek employer
  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Educational qualifications (depends on job type – skilled jobs require relevant degrees/certifications)
  • Relevant work experience (in certain professions)
  • Police clearance (no criminal record)
  • Good health (medical certificate required)

Documents Required for Greece Work Permit

  • Valid Passport (minimum 2 years validity)
  • Visa Application Form (completed and signed)
  • Passport-sized Photographs (white background)
  • Job Offer / Employment Contract from Greece employer
  • Police Clearance Certificate
  • Medical Certificate (general health + TB test in some cases)
  • Educational Certificates (attested if required)
  • Work Experience Letters (where applicable)
  • Proof of Accommodation in Greece
  • Proof of Financial Means (bank statement or employer guarantee)

Bringing Family to Greece (Family Reunification)

  • When can you bring family?

    Usually after you have lived and worked in Greece for 12 months with a valid residence permit

    Employer contract and proof of stable income is required

  • Documents required for family visa:

    Marriage certificate (attested)

    Birth certificates of children

    Proof of accommodation in Greece

    Proof of financial stability (salary slips / bank statements)

Process to Apply for Work Permit in Greece (for Pakistanis)

  • Job Offer – Get a job contract from a Greek employer.
  • Employer Applies in Greece – Employer submits application to Greek Ministry of Migration.
  • Approval Sent to Embassy – Once approved, Greek authorities notify the Greece Embassy in Pakistan.
  • Apply for National D Visa – You apply at the Greece Embassy in Islamabad with documents.
  • Travel to Greece – After visa approval, enter Greece legally.
  • Apply for TRC (Residence Card) – Within 30 days of arrival.
  • Timeline & Progression:
    • TRC (Temporary Residence Card) Issued in 2–4 months after application
    • PR (Permanent Residency) After 5 years of legal stay
    • Passport (Greek Citizenship) After 7 years of continuous stay + language/civic test

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No. You must have a job offer or signed employment contract from a Greece-based employer.

Yes. Greece continues to hire foreign workers for seasonal and permanent jobs in multiple sectors.

Yes, but you must notify the local immigration office and update your residence permit.

Yes. After 7 years of legal residence, you may apply for Greek citizenship.