O.2 — Residence Permit for Parents of Greek Minors

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O.2 — Residence Permit for Parents of Greek Minors

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

3–9 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €16

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

5 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

Overview

This permit is designed for third-country national parents of minor children who hold Greek citizenship, allowing them to reside legally in Greece.

This residence permit allows third-country national parents of minor Greek citizens to reside legally in Greece. It is a family-based permit that grants the holder full work authorization and serves as a pathway toward long-term residency. The application process is handled online, and successful applicants receive a Blue Certificate to prove legal status during the processing period.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	5 years
Status type	Tied to program duration

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

G.1 — EU Long-Term Resident Permit (Άδεια Επί Μακρόν Διαμένοντος - G.1)

Greece

G.1 — EU Long-Term Resident Permit (Άδεια Επί Μακρόν Διαμένοντος - G.1)

ValidityIndefinite

Processing6 months – 1 year

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a third-country national

Must be the parent of a minor Greek citizen

Must be legally present in Greece at the time of application

Must provide proof of the parent-child relationship

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Proof of legal residence in Greece

Certificate of family status indicating Greek citizenship

Birth certificate of the minor Greek national

Four recent passport-sized photos and a digital copy on CD

Proof of health insurance

Official document stating place of birth

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Grants right to work
No application fee
Renewable status
Pathway to permanent residence

Worth Knowing

Requires legal presence in Greece prior to application
DNA testing may be requested to verify relationship
Processing times can vary significantly by office
Not being a third-country national
Not being the parent of a minor Greek citizen
Not being legally present in Greece at the time of application

Application Process

Ensure legal entry/presence in Greece

Gather all required documents and obtain the e-Paravolo code

Submit the application online via gov.gr

Receive the Blue Certificate while the application is processed

Provide biometrics if required

Collect the residence permit card once approved

Application Forms

Gov.gr Residence Permit Application

Fill online

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