
After enough lawful residence, family members can usually obtain an autonomous (independent) residence permit so their status does not collapse with the sponsor's.
A family reunification permit initially depends on the sponsor, so events like divorce, separation, or the sponsor's death can in principle affect it. To protect family members, Greek law provides for autonomous residence permits.
Typically, after a qualifying period of lawful residence a family member can apply for an independent permit in their own right, meaning they no longer rely on the sponsor's status. The exact qualifying period and conditions are defined in law, so confirm them for your situation.
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