
It lets a non-EU national legally resident in Greece for at least two years bring their spouse and minor children to join them, subject to income and housing conditions.
The Family Reunification Residence Permit allows a non-EU national settled in Greece to bring their spouse and minor children. The sponsor must have resided legally in Greece for at least two years and hold a permit valid for at least one more year. You will also need to show stable, sufficient income — which increases for a spouse and each child — adequate housing for all family members, and full medical coverage for everyone joining.
Because the route requires a qualifying period of prior residence plus income and housing checks, planning ahead matters: the sponsor needs to be established in Greece before family members can apply.
Income and housing thresholds are reviewed periodically, so confirm the current requirements on the official portals before applying. ACME can help you check whether the sponsor's residence history and income meet the family-reunification conditions.
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Guidance only, not legal advice. ACME is an independent consultancy, not affiliated with any government. Rules change, confirm details with official sources.