Immigration & Employment Law Services
The value of an International Workforce
Relocating or hiring employees in new locations and countries introduces numerous challenges, including compliance with varying immigration and employment laws.
Entrusting these tasks to an experienced team of professionals can alleviate your HR department's administrative burden.
According to EU Directive 2021/1883, highly skilled professionals from outside the EU, and their family members, can work in any EU member state. This is widely known as the “EU Blue Card.”
The Intra-Corporate Transfer Employment Permit is designed to facilitate the transfer of senior management, key personnel, or trainees of multinational companies. This allows third-country nationals to work in Greece for up to three years for managers and specialists, and one year for trainees.
The legal framework governing the issuance of national visas encompasses an exhausting list of special categories, ranging from shareholders and directors of both domestic and foreign subsidiary companies to foreign press correspondents and technical staff or employees in marine exploration, etc.
Seasonal work is a flexible type of employment contract provided only for a particular period of time (up to 9 months per year). Seasonal workers offer crucial support in specific sectors of the Greek economy, such as tourism and agriculture.
Third-country citizens are eligible to apply for permits for dependent work in Greece, provided they have an employment contract with a salary that is at least equal to the minimum wage for unskilled workers.
Residence and Employment Permits for holders of a National Long-Stay Visa allow extended stay and work in the host country. Often issued after entry, they may require a valid visa, proof of employment, and residency details.
These permits enable legal residence & employment permits.
Digital Nomads Visa
Third-country nationals who wish to enter the country as:
employees of a company established in another Member State of the EU or EEA
qualified technical personnel of a company established in a third country
Sports Training Visas: Athletes, coaches, and other qualified personnel for training purposes.
A long-stay “D” visa allows its holder to enter and stay in Greece for more than 3 months. It can be issued for various reasons such as employment, study, academic research, participation in cultural, scientific, religious events, family reunification.
Launched in 2021, the Greek Digital Nomad Visa is a travel authorization document that enables non-EU and non-EEA citizens working remotely to establish residency in Greece and legally work there for up to 12 months.
Beyond the sea and sun, the country offers rich cultural experiences, unique landmarks, and breathtaking places to visit. Meanwhile, the cost of living is lower than that in most Western world countries and the quality of life is higher due to the excellent weather conditions and hospitable people.
Greece offers a sound healthcare system and is a developed and peaceful country, ranked among the safest in the world.
Non-Swiss, non-EEA, and non-EU citizens with a remote job and an employment source outside Greece can qualify for the visa. However, individuals must meet the minimum monthly income set by the Greek authorities.
Also known as The Golden Visa, Residence Permits for Investment Purposes are granted to individuals who make significant financial investments in a host country, such as real estate, businesses, or government bonds. These permits offer legal residency, often with family inclusion.
Andersen Legal, since 2013, has diligently served its international clientele by successfully facilitating the application & acquisition of residence permits for investors.
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