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P.1 — Refugee Status Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Αναγνωρισμένου Πρόσφυγα)
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P.1 — Refugee Status Residence Permit (Άδεια Διαμονής Αναγνωρισμένου Πρόσφυγα)

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

EUR €150

Stay Duration

Varies (Permanent status, no renewal required)

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Three-year renewable residence permit granted to persons recognized as refugees under the Geneva Convention by Greek asylum authorities.

This residence permit is issued to individuals who have been officially recognized as refugees by Greek asylum authorities under the Geneva Convention. It grants the holder the legal right to reside in Greece and access the labor market for a period of three years. The permit is renewable upon expiration provided that the individual continues to meet the necessary legal criteria.

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 flagGreece

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 have been granted refugee status by the Hellenic Republic following an asylum application process.

Must hold a valid International Protection Applicant's card until the status is granted.

Must comply with the obligations of international protection beneficiaries.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Residence permit history

Rental/ownership documents

Utility bills

Tax records

Employment records

Travel history

Criminal record

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Three-year renewable residence permit.
  • Full access to the Greek labor market and self-employment.
  • Access to public education, healthcare, and social welfare on par with Greek citizens.
  • Right to apply for a 'Blue' Travel Document (Geneva Convention).
  • Right to family reunification (if applied within 3 months of status grant).

Worth Knowing

  • 150 EUR fee for the issuance of the residence permit.
  • Renewal application must be submitted at least 30 days before expiry to avoid a 100 EUR fine.
  • Status can be revoked if the conditions for protection cease to exist.
  • Must keep the residence permit and applicant card in good condition.

Application Process

1

Complete 5 years residence

Continuous legal residence in Greece for 5 years (short absences <6 months allowed)

2

Verify residence

Gather proof of 5-year continuous residence

3

Apply for permanent permit

Submit application at local immigration office

4

Provide documentation

Residence permit history, rental agreements, utility bills

5

Pay application fee

EUR 150

6

Processing period

Usually 4-8 weeks

7

Receive permanent permit

Indefinite residence status

Application Forms

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