Eid holiday turns into investment tour: Turkish investors in Greece

The need for global mobility, increasing living costs and uncertainty in visa processes direct Turkish business people to seek a second residence permit. One of the strongest reflections of this trend is seen in the demand for Greece. While there are more than 27 thousand Golden Visa investors in the country, 17.6% of the applications are Turkish investors. 

According to Astons data, one of the global leaders in the field of residence and citizenship through investment; Greece Golden Visa program has become one of the most preferred options for Turkish investors. A steady and strong increase in the number of applications in recent years is noteworthy. This interest is not limited to the expectation of financial returns; It is shaped by the search for quality of life, educational opportunities and long-term security.

The second residence permit goes beyond investment

Astons Turkey Director Yağız Yiğit stated that investors do not see the second residence permit only as an investment tool, drawing attention to the holiday period and said: Permit has now become an important part of business people's life plans. Although the process often starts with the motivation of visa convenience, it evolves into a much more comprehensive structure over time. Increasing living costs and economic fluctuations are at the center of this decision. This situation leads investors to establish a structure that is not only focused on profit but also secures their future. This situation shows that investment decisions are made with a more holistic approach that focuses on quality of life. "

Greece is on the radar of Turkish investors

Noting that Greece is one of the prominent destinations for Turkish investors in this process, Yağız Yiğit said: "The advantages make this model more attractive. The absence of a minimum residence requirement allows investors to benefit from this opportunity without changing their current living arrangements. Strong rental demand and value increase potential, especially in central regions such as Athens, are among the important factors supporting this interest. These advantages offered by Greece allow investors to evaluate both short-term income and long-term life plans."

Investment decisions are being shaped on the field

Yiğit emphasized that there has been a significant change in investor behavior recently. He pointed out that investment decisions are now shaped in the field, not at the desk. Valiant; ''Examining the projects on site, experiencing the region and directly observing the living conditions play a decisive role in the decision-making process. This approach reveals that investors now make more conscious and long-term decisions based on direct experience, not just theoretical data.''

About Astons
Founded in London in 1989, Astons is a world leader in global luxury real estate with its residence and citizenship solutions through investment. Serving as the official licensed program partner of more than 15 countries, including Europe, the Caribbean, the Middle East, the South Pacific and the USA, with over 35 years of experience, Astons has accompanied more than 10 thousand high-net-worth individuals and their families from more than 100 countries in the investment process of more than 2.6 billion dollars in total. Company; With its 8 global offices including London, Dubai, Istanbul, Limassol, Athens, Malta and Fort Lauderdale and its certified expert staff, it offers end-to-end consultancy from property selection to legal process, from residence application to residence card delivery. Astons has adopted the principle of providing transparent, reliable and personalized solutions to its customers by acting in full compliance with international ethical standards and local laws in all processes.