E.2 — Intra-Corporate Transfer - Trainee (Ενδοεταιρική Μετάθεση Εκπαιδευόμενου - E.2)

The Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) residence permit (E.2) for trainees is also governed by the provisions of Law 5038/2023, which transposed EU Directive 2014/66/EU into Greek law. This category was established to support the professional development of employees within multinational groups by allowing them to gain international experience through structured training programs in Greece. It fills a niche for companies that prioritize human capital development, enabling them to rotate junior or mid-level staff through their Greek offices to acquire specific skills and familiarity with local operations before returning to their home branch or moving to another international location.

This permit is intended for trainees who are currently employed by a company or group of companies outside the EU and are being transferred to a Greek entity for a defined vocational training program. Candidates must hold a higher education degree and have been employed by the same corporate group for at least six consecutive months prior to the transfer. The permit is distinctive due to its focus on professional development rather than permanent placement, with a maximum validity period of one year. It requires a formal training agreement that outlines the program's objectives and the supervision provided, ensuring that the stay is genuinely focused on skill acquisition.