# Greece visa for Nepali citizens

> Greece visa for Nepali citizens. · Processing: 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–60 days during peak season (April–September Greek tourism rush).…

Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/greece
Last updated: 2026-05-04

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Embassy of Greece — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal — adjudicates ALL Nepal applications)
- **Address:** EP-29, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
- **Phone:** +91 11 2688 0700, +91 11 2688 0703
- **Email:** gremb.del@mfa.gr, consul.del@mfa.gr
- **Hours:** Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00; consular section by appointment only — Nepal applicants generally do not need to visit the embassy directly (Type C lodged at GVCW Kathmandu; Type D lodged at GVCW New Delhi).
- **Application centre:** GVCW (Global Visa Centre World) Kathmandu — Greek Visa Application Centre for Nepal — 4th Floor, LS Building, 11 Thapathali, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal. Mon–Fri 08:00–12:00 + 13:00–15:00 (online appointment + walk-in accepted). Operations resumed 12 February 2026 after January 2026 closure. Phone: contact via info.npgr@gvc24assist.eu. Type C only — Type D applicants must travel to GVCW New Delhi (Vasant Vihar) for biometrics + embassy interview.
- **Online portal:** https://np-gr.gvcworld.eu (GVCW Greek Visa Application Centre Nepal — primary lodgement channel for Type C Schengen visas) · https://in-gr.gvcworld.eu (GVCW Greek Visa Application Centre India — for Nepal Type D applicants travelling to New Delhi) · https://www.mfa.gr/en — Greek MFA visa-policy hub · https://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india-en/ — Embassy of Greece in New Delhi · https://migration.gov.gr (Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum — in-country residence permits, Greek Golden Visa)
- **Payment:** Visa fee in INR Demand Draft (Indian Rupees, drawn at GVCW Kathmandu — payable to "Embassy of Greece in New Delhi"). Service fee in NPR cash at GVCW Kathmandu. Inside Greece, EUR cash / card at the Aliens & Immigration Department for residence-permit fees.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, holiday, leisure travel within Greece (and any other Schengen state).
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry; validity 90 days to 5 years (most first-time grants are single-entry 90/180).
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–60 days during peak season (April–September Greek tourism rush).
**How to apply:** Lodge at GVCW Kathmandu (4th Floor LS Building, 11 Thapathali) — online appointment OR walk-in. Biometrics captured at Kathmandu centre. Application sent to Greek Embassy New Delhi for adjudication. Decision returned via courier to Kathmandu.
**Financial requirement:** EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level for Greece) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.

**Required documents:**

- Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)
- Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant)
- Schengen visa application form (downloaded from np-gr.gvcworld.eu) + GVCW appointment confirmation
- Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent — minimum NPR ~6 lakh for 90-day trip)
- Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight)
- Hotel booking confirmation for full stay in Greece (and any onward Schengen stops)
- Travel medical insurance covering full trip with EUR 30,000+ medical cover, valid in entire Schengen Area
- Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary (Greece + any onward Schengen states)
- INR demand draft for visa fee + NPR cash for GVCW service fee
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Greek tourism applications peak April–September; lodge at least 30 days before travel to avoid peak-delay backlogs.
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties, low bank balance, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior refusals (cross-checked via VIS), insurance not Schengen-valid.
- Greek islands are popular but require careful planning — single-island stays (Mykonos / Santorini / Crete / Rhodes) are easier to defend in cover letter than multi-island hops which can read as visa-shopping.

### Business — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa)

**Purpose:** Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, trade missions — no employment in Greece.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry; up to 5 years for established business profiles.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days; urgent applications can be expedited via embassy New Delhi.
**How to apply:** GVCW Kathmandu (4th Floor LS Building, 11 Thapathali).

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form
- Invitation letter from Greek company (host details, AFM/VAT tax IDs, GEMI registration, purpose, duration, who covers costs)
- Cover letter from Nepali employer / company
- Conference / event registration (where applicable) *(conditional)*
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel booking
- Schengen-valid travel insurance (EUR 30,000+ medical cover)
- INR demand draft for visa fee + NPR cash for service fee
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental — For business travellers, the Business bundle below is the most relevant.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

### Transit — Type A — Airport Transit Visa

**Purpose:** Transit through the international zone of Athens (ATH) / Thessaloniki (SKG) airports en route to a third country, without entering Schengen territory.
**Stay duration:** Up to 24 hours airside.
**Validity:** Single transit only.
**Entries:** Single.
**Processing time:** 10–15 calendar days.
**How to apply:** GVCW Kathmandu.

**Required documents:**

- Passport (3+ months validity)
- Confirmed onward ticket within 24 hours of arrival
- Visa for next destination
- Brief travel itinerary
- Photo

**Notes:**
- Nepal is on the Schengen Annex I list of nationalities requiring an airport-transit visa for layovers > 1 hour.
- For layover plans involving leaving the airport, apply for Type C single-entry instead.

### Medical — Type C — Medical Treatment

**Purpose:** Receive medical treatment / consultation in Greece, or accompany a patient.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per 180; renewable as Type D inside Greece for longer treatment.
**Validity:** Per treatment plan.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** Variable; urgent cases expedited (5–10 days); non-urgent 15 days.
**How to apply:** GVCW Kathmandu; embassy New Delhi can fast-track urgent medical applications.

**Required documents:**

- Letter from Greek treating doctor / hospital with treatment plan + estimated costs + duration
- Financial undertaking (bank statements showing EUR-equivalent of treatment cost + living costs)
- Nepali medical reports (notarised English translations + apostille)
- Referral letter from Nepali doctor
- Passport, photo, application form
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+)
- Accommodation arrangements in Greece
- Return ticket
- Escort relationship proof (if accompanying patient) *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Athens hospitals commonly used by international patients: Hygeia Hospital, Athens Medical Center, Iaso General Hospital, Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center.
- For treatment > 90 days, switch to Type D inside Greece via Aliens & Immigration Department.

### Family Visit — Type C — Private Visit (Family / Friends)

**Purpose:** Visit relatives or friends resident in Greece.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days within 180.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days.
**How to apply:** GVCW Kathmandu.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form
- Invitation letter from Greek host — notarised at a Greek notary public OR at a KEP (Citizen Service Centre)
- Host's Greek passport / Άδεια Διαμονής (residence permit) / Greek ID copy
- Proof of relationship (family-tree certificate, birth/marriage certs translated + apostilled)
- Host's accommodation proof (lease / property deed)
- Schengen-valid travel insurance (EUR 30,000+)
- Return ticket
- ANY ONE income bundle
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

### Multi-Entry — Type C — Seafarers

**Purpose:** Joining or signing off a Greek-flagged vessel at Piraeus / Thessaloniki / Patras / Heraklion / Volos ports — Greek Schengen visa for maritime workers.
**Stay duration:** Per voyage / contract.
**Validity:** Aligned to seafarers' employment contract.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 7–15 calendar days; expedited for urgent ship-joining schedules.
**How to apply:** GVCW Kathmandu — Nepal has a large maritime-worker pool (Nepali seafarers serve on Greek-flagged ships globally).

**Required documents:**

- Nepali Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC) / Seafarer's Identity Document
- Letter of Guarantee from Greek shipping company (with company AFM, vessel name, IMO number, signing-on port + date)
- Crew agreement / employment contract
- STCW certificates (basic + specialised based on rank)
- Passport, photo, application form
- Schengen-valid travel insurance
- Return ticket OR onward voyage proof

**Notes:**
- Greek shipping is a major Nepali employment sector — over 5,000 Nepali seafarers serve on Greek-flagged vessels at any given time. Common Nepal-side recruiters: Petron Maritime, Skyline Marine, Vinodh Marine, Multi Marine.
- Salary range EUR 1,500–4,000/month at sea (rank-dependent); officers > engineers > deck/engine cadets.

### Student — Type D — Long-Stay Student

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a Greek higher education institution accredited by the Hellenic Authority for Higher Education / Greek-language preparatory year / approved exchange (Erasmus+ / IKY scholarships / bilateral).
**Stay duration:** Type D entry visa stay 1 year -> convert to Άδεια Διαμονής για Σπουδές (Residence Permit, study basis) for course duration on arrival.
**Validity:** Type D 1 year; residence permit aligned to course end + 30-day buffer.
**Entries:** Multiple (after residence permit issued).
**Processing time:** 60–90 calendar days for Type D (apply at least 60 days before intended travel).
**How to apply:** In person at GVCW New Delhi (Vasant Vihar) — Type D NOT accepted at GVCW Kathmandu. Embassy interview by appointment. Residence permit applied IN Greece at Aliens & Immigration Department within 30 days of arrival.
**Financial requirement:** EUR 400/month minimum (Greek student maintenance level) + tuition + return airfare. Bank statements 6+ months OR sponsor affidavit + sponsor income proof + scholarship letter (if applicable). Total typically EUR 5,000–6,000 in deposit.

**Required documents:**

- Letter of Acceptance from Greek university (Hellenic Authority for Higher Education–accredited)
- Tuition payment receipt (or first-instalment) OR scholarship confirmation letter (Greek state IKY / Erasmus+ / bilateral)
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+, full visa duration)
- Passport, photo, application form
- Academic transcripts (SLC/SEE + 10+2 + Bachelor's) — notarised English / Greek translations + MoFA Nepal apostille
- English / Greek language proficiency proof (course-dependent — IELTS 5.5+ for English-medium; Greek B1 for Greek-medium)
- Evidence of funds (bank statements 6+ months, fixed deposits, education-loan sanction, sponsor affidavit)
- Source-of-funds explanation (property valuation, sponsor income tax returns)
- Nepal Police Clearance (apostilled by MoFA Nepal)
- Health certificate from Nepal panel doctor
- Statement of purpose / CV
- Travel from Nepal to GVCW New Delhi for biometric capture + embassy interview
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Type D student visa holders MUST register at Aliens & Immigration Department within 30 days of arrival to obtain Άδεια Διαμονής (Residence Permit — study basis).
- Work rights on student permit: up to 20 hours/week during term, full-time during scheduled breaks.
- Most Nepali Greece-uni applicants target: National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, University of Patras (popular for English-medium engineering / business programmes), Athens University of Economics & Business, American College of Greece.

### Work — Type D — Long-Stay Work / Employment

**Purpose:** Employment in Greece — visa granted on the basis of a specific job offer + Greek employer-sponsored work permit / Decision of Regional Authority (Prefecture).
**Stay duration:** Type D 1 year -> Άδεια Διαμονής για Εργασία (residence permit, work basis), 2-year renewable; long-term residence after 5 years.
**Validity:** Type D 1 year; residence permit per employment agreement (typically 2 years per grant).
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** Full pathway from Nepal: 6–10 months. Step-by-step: (1) Greek employer obtains Work Decision from Regional Authority (Periferia); (2) Greek Embassy New Delhi receives the Work Decision via diplomatic pouch; (3) migrant ONLY THEN allowed to lodge Type D in person at GVCW New Delhi; (4) embassy interview + 60–90 days adjudication; (5) Άδεια Διαμονής at Aliens & Immigration Department within 30 days of arrival.
**How to apply:** CRITICAL — submission is allowed ONLY AFTER the original Work Decision issued by the Greek Regional Authority is received by the Greek Embassy New Delhi. Nepali applicants then travel to GVCW New Delhi for biometrics + embassy interview.
**Eligibility:** Specific job offer from Greek employer; employer obtains Work Decision (Απόφαση Εργασίας) from the Regional Authority where the job is located (labour-market test required); relevant qualifications / experience; clean character + health.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Greek Work Decision (Απόφαση Εργασίας) issued by the Regional Authority (Periferia) for the migrant by name — sent via diplomatic pouch to Greek Embassy New Delhi
- Employment contract signed by both parties (Greek Labour Code-compliant)
- CV + qualifications (notarised English / Greek translations + MoFA Nepal apostille)
- Proof of professional experience (2+ years typical; some sectors waived)
- Nepal Police Clearance + every country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (all apostilled)
- Health certificate from Nepal panel doctor
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+)
- Travel from Nepal to GVCW New Delhi for in-person biometrics + embassy interview
- ANY ONE income bundle (settlement-funds proof — minimum EUR 1,500 for first month)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Common Nepali sectors: tourism / hospitality (Mykonos / Santorini / Crete / Halkidiki resorts — EUR 700–1,200/month + tips during May–October season), shipping (Greek shipping companies — EUR 1,500–4,000/month at sea via Type C Seafarers), agriculture (Crete / Peloponnese seasonal — EUR 600–900/month), construction (Athens / Thessaloniki — EUR 800–1,200/month).
- Long-term residence eligible after 5 years on residence permit; Greek / EU citizenship after 7 years total residence + Greek language B1 + civic-knowledge exam + clean tax record.
- WARNING — fraudulent manpower agencies in Nepal sometimes promise Greek work permits without the actual Regional Authority Work Decision in hand. Verify the Work Decision number with the issuing Periferia before paying any agency fees.

### Religious — Type D — Religious / Humanitarian Worker

**Purpose:** Religious / pastoral / humanitarian work for the Greek Orthodox Church or other recognised religious community / registered NGO.
**Stay duration:** Type D 1 year -> 1-year Άδεια Διαμονής, renewable.
**Validity:** Per posting; renewable.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 60–90 calendar days.
**How to apply:** GVCW New Delhi; sponsorship by registered Greek religious community required.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Invitation / posting letter from Greek religious community (Orthodox / Catholic / Muslim / Jewish — registered with Greek Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs)
- Proof of religious credentials (ordination certificate, employment with home denomination, etc.)
- CV
- Police clearance + health certificate (both apostilled)
- Schengen-valid health insurance
- Stipend / financial support proof
- Travel to GVCW New Delhi for biometrics + interview

**Notes:**
- Greece is a constitutionally Orthodox Christian state — Greek Orthodox Church has primacy under Article 3 of the Greek Constitution. Other religious communities recognised: Catholic, Muslim (mainly Thrace), Jewish.

### Retirement — Type D — Greek Golden Visa (Real Estate Investor)

**Purpose:** Permanent residence pathway via Greek real-estate investment — one of the EU's most popular Golden Visa routes.
**Stay duration:** Type D 1 year -> 5-year renewable residence permit; permanent residence after 7 years; citizenship eligibility.
**Validity:** Indefinite as long as investment is maintained.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 60–180 days for residence permit; property purchase + investment-verification adds 60–90 days.
**How to apply:** Property purchase via Greek lawyer + AFM (Greek tax ID) -> Greek Golden Visa application via lawyer-of-record -> in-person visit to GVCW New Delhi for biometrics -> residence-permit issuance.
**Eligibility:** Real-estate investment in Greece at one of three tier thresholds: EUR 250,000 (Tier 3 — most of Greece outside Athens / Thessaloniki / Mykonos / Santorini), EUR 400,000 (Tier 2 — emerging Athens / Thessaloniki neighbourhoods), or EUR 800,000 (Tier 1 — central Athens / Mykonos / Santorini / popular islands > 3,100 population). Alternative: EUR 500,000 in Greek government bonds or Greek-listed shares.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Property purchase deed (Συμβόλαιο Αγοράς) registered at the Greek Land Registry (Κτηματολόγιο)
- Property valuation by a Greek certified appraiser (must meet tier threshold)
- AFM (Greek tax identification number)
- Bank deposit / fund-transfer proof (must be from foreign-source bank, white-listed)
- Police clearance + health certificate (both apostilled)
- Schengen-valid health insurance (EUR 30,000+, valid in Greece)
- Travel to GVCW New Delhi for biometrics
- ANY ONE income bundle (personal-funds proof)
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- Greek Golden Visa is one of the EU's most popular investor pathways — over 50,000 applications since 2013 launch (mostly Chinese, Turkish, Lebanese, increasingly Indian and South Asian).
- Tier 1 (EUR 800k) zones expanded August 2024 to cover popular Athens neighbourhoods and 3,100+ population islands — driven by housing-affordability pressure on locals.
- Permanent Residence after 7 years of legal residence; citizenship eligibility requires 7 years + Greek language B1 + civic-knowledge exam.
- Real estate must be maintained throughout — sale of property triggers visa cancellation unless replaced by another qualifying investment.

### Diplomatic — Type D — Digital Nomad Visa

**Purpose:** Remote work for a foreign employer / freelance for foreign clients while living in Greece. Introduced by Law 4825/2021 — one of the most popular EU digital-nomad pathways.
**Stay duration:** Type D 1 year -> 2-year Άδεια Διαμονής, renewable.
**Validity:** Per income-eligibility cycle; renewable.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Processing time:** 30 working days from complete submission.
**How to apply:** GVCW New Delhi; embassy interview required.
**Eligibility:** Monthly income ≥ EUR 3,500 (single applicant); +20% for spouse (EUR 4,200); +15% per child. Foreign employment contract OR freelance contracts ≥ 6 months old; no plans to take Greek employment; clean criminal record.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Foreign employment contract OR freelance / consultancy contracts (≥ 6 months active)
- Bank statements (last 6 months) showing income ≥ EUR 3,500/month + dependant uplift
- Tax declaration / payment proof from country of tax residence
- Health insurance covering Greece (EUR 30,000+, valid 12 months)
- Greek accommodation proof (rental agreement OR property deed)
- Nepal Police Clearance (apostilled)
- CV + portfolio (for freelancers)
- Statement that you will NOT take Greek employment
- Travel to GVCW New Delhi for biometrics + interview

**Notes:**
- Greek Digital Nomad Visa offers a 50% income-tax discount for the first 7 years if you become Greek tax-resident (Law 4758/2020 special tax regime).
- After 5 consecutive years on Άδεια Διαμονής -> permanent residence; citizenship 7 years thereafter + Greek B1 + civic-knowledge exam.

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- Income proof for Greek visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — no need to submit all four. Pick the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for a Greek visa BEFORE travel — Nepal is on Schengen Annex I (visa-required nationalities). There is NO visa-on-arrival, NO eTA, and NO visa-waiver agreement.
- CRITICAL Nepal advantage — Greece is one of the few Schengen states with a Visa Application Centre IN KATHMANDU (GVCW, 4th Floor LS Building, 11 Thapathali). Nepalis can lodge Type C Schengen applications without travelling to New Delhi. Operations resumed 12 February 2026 after a brief January 2026 closure.
- BUT — Type D long-stay applications still require travel to GVCW New Delhi (Vasant Vihar). The Greek Embassy in New Delhi requires the in-person interview for D-visas; Type D submission is NOT accepted at the Kathmandu centre.
- Greek Type C visas are Schengen Uniform Visas — valid across all 29 Schengen states on the same 90/180 day-clock. A Greek visa lets you also visit Germany, France, Italy, Romania, Bulgaria, etc.
- Conversely — a valid + previously-used Schengen multiple-entry visa from any other Schengen state lets Nepalis enter Greece visa-free within the unused balance of the 90/180 budget. No separate Greek Type C needed in that case.
- Greek Embassy New Delhi adjudicates ALL Nepal-origin Schengen + national applications — GVCW (both Kathmandu and New Delhi) are intake / biometric partners only.
- Greek Golden Visa pathway: minimum EUR 250,000 real estate (Tier 3 zones — most of Greece outside Athens / Thessaloniki / Mykonos / Santorini), EUR 400,000 (Tier 2 — emerging Athens / Thessaloniki neighbourhoods), or EUR 800,000 (Tier 1 — central Athens / Mykonos / Santorini / islands > 3,100 population). Grants 5-year renewable residence permit; citizenship eligible after 7 years.
- Greek Digital Nomad Visa (Law 4825/2021): EUR 3,500/month minimum income, +20% for spouse, +15% per child. 1-year visa renewable to 2-year residence permit; 50% income-tax discount for first 7 years if resident.
- Common Nepali employment pathways: tourism / hospitality (Mykonos / Santorini / Crete / Halkidiki resorts — EUR 700–1,200/month + tips), shipping (Greek shipping companies hire Nepali seafarers — EUR 1,500–4,000/month at sea), agriculture (Crete / Peloponnese seasonal — EUR 600–900/month), construction (Athens / Thessaloniki — EUR 800–1,200/month). Greek Type C "Seafarers" visa is a distinct sub-category specifically for Nepali maritime workers joining Greek-flagged vessels at Piraeus.
- Schengen post-2024 fee: Greek Type C visa fee EUR 90 (adults, harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. Type D embassy fee EUR 75–180 depending on category. Plus EUR 26 GVCW Kathmandu service fee.
- Always disclose prior Schengen / EU / UK / US visa refusals — non-disclosure under Article 32(1)(b) of the Schengen Visa Code is grounds for refusal + future-application risk under VIS (Visa Information System).
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Greek authorities without further consular legalisation.
- EES (Entry/Exit System) is operational in all Schengen states including Greece since 12 October 2025 — biometric registration on first Schengen entry; replaces passport-stamping.
- ETIAS launching late 2026 — Nepal is NOT in ETIAS scope (visa-required nationals are exempt). Nepali applicants continue with full Schengen visa applications under VIS, not ETIAS.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Greece visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (tourist, business, transit, medical). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant); Schengen visa application form (downloaded from np-gr.gvcworld.eu) + GVCW appointment confirmation; Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent — minimum NPR ~6 lakh for 90-day trip); Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight); Hotel booking confirmation for full stay in Greece (and any onward Schengen stops).
3. **Submit at GVCW (Global Visa Centre World) Kathmandu — Greek Visa Application Centre for Nepal** — Lodge at GVCW Kathmandu (4th Floor LS Building, 11 Thapathali) — online appointment OR walk-in. Biometrics captured at Kathmandu centre. Application sent to Greek Embassy New Delhi for adjudication. Decision returned via courier to Kathmandu.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–60 days during peak season (April–September Greek tourism rush).. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does a Greece tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 calendar days standard; can extend to 30–60 days during peak season (April–September Greek tourism rush).

### What bank balance is required for a Greece visa?

EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level for Greece) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Greece on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area. (Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Greece tourist visa?

Lodge at GVCW Kathmandu (4th Floor LS Building, 11 Thapathali) — online appointment OR walk-in. Biometrics captured at Kathmandu centre. Application sent to Greek Embassy New Delhi for adjudication. Decision returned via courier to Kathmandu.

### What documents are required for a Greece tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant); Schengen visa application form (downloaded from np-gr.gvcworld.eu) + GVCW appointment confirmation; Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent — minimum NPR ~6 lakh for 90-day trip); Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight); Hotel booking confirmation for full stay in Greece (and any onward Schengen stops); Travel medical insurance covering full trip with EUR 30,000+ medical cover, valid in entire Schengen Area; Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary (Greece + any onward Schengen states).

### Where is the Greece embassy in Nepal?

Embassy of Greece — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal — adjudicates ALL Nepal applications) — EP-29, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 2688 0700.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Greece business visa?

Yes — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa). Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, trade missions — no employment in Greece. Processing: 15 calendar days; urgent applications can be expedited via embassy New Delhi..

### Is there an online portal to apply for a Greece visa?

Yes — apply online at https://np-gr.gvcworld.eu (GVCW Greek Visa Application Centre Nepal — primary lodgement channel for Type C Schengen visas) · https://in-gr.gvcworld.eu (GVCW Greek Visa Application Centre India — for Nepal Type D applicants travelling to New Delhi) · https://www.mfa.gr/en — Greek MFA visa-policy hub · https://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india-en/ — Embassy of Greece in New Delhi · https://migration.gov.gr (Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum — in-country residence permits, Greek Golden Visa).

### How is the Greece visa fee paid?

Visa fee in INR Demand Draft (Indian Rupees, drawn at GVCW Kathmandu — payable to "Embassy of Greece in New Delhi"). Service fee in NPR cash at GVCW Kathmandu. Inside Greece, EUR cash / card at the Aliens & Immigration Department for residence-permit fees.

### Can Yatra help with a Greece visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Greece including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## Sources

- https://np-gr.gvcworld.eu — GVCW (Global Visa Centre World) Greek Visa Application Centre Nepal — primary lodgement channel for Type C Schengen applications from Kathmandu
- https://np-gr.gvcworld.eu/en/kathmandu-visa-application-center — Kathmandu centre details (4th Floor LS Building, 11 Thapathali; resumed operations 12 February 2026)
- https://np-gr.gvcworld.eu/en/long-term-national-d-visa — Type D long-stay info for Nepal applicants (Type D requires travel to GVCW New Delhi)
- https://in-gr.gvcworld.eu — GVCW New Delhi (Type D centre for Nepal applicants — Vasant Vihar)
- https://www.mfa.gr/en — Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs (visa policy hub)
- https://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india-en/ — Embassy of Greece in New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
- https://migration.gov.gr — Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum (in-country residence permits, Greek Golden Visa)
- Greek Law 4251/2014 (Code of Migration & Social Integration) — primary domestic legislation for Type D long-stay visas + residence permits
- Greek Law 4251/2014 Articles 16–17 — Greek Golden Visa real-estate investor track (EUR 250k / 400k / 800k tiers)
- Greek Law 4825/2021 — Digital Nomad Visa (EUR 3,500/month income + 50% tax discount for 7 years)
- Greek Law 4758/2020 — special tax regime for digital nomads + foreign-pension recipients (50% income-tax discount for 7 years)
- Schengen Visa Code Regulation (EC) 810/2009 — primary legal basis for Greek Type C Uniform Visas
- Greece has been a Schengen member since 1 January 2000 — Greek Type C visas have always been Schengen Uniform Visas valid across all member states
- Schengen visa fee EUR 90 (adults) effective 11 June 2024 — Greece harmonised at this rate
- EES (Entry/Exit System) operational in Greece since 12 October 2025; ETIAS launching late 2026 (Nepal not in ETIAS scope — visa-required nationals continue with full Schengen visas under VIS)
- Greek Type D fee EUR 75–180 depending on category — one of the cheapest Schengen long-stay routes
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Greek authorities

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*Yatra (https://yatraforfun.com) provides end-to-end visa assistance for Nepali citizens — document review, embassy submission, dummy ticket (NPR 999) when proof of onward travel is required.*