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Short Description:<\/strong> Complete 2026 guide to Greece\u2019s National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) for study: eligibility, documents, work rules, dependents, renewal, and official sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Last Verified On:<\/strong> April 2, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Greece National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) – Study<\/strong> is the visa used by many non-EU\/EEA\/Swiss nationals<\/strong> who want to enter Greece for studies that will last more than 90 days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It exists because Greece distinguishes between:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For students, the D visa is usually not the final immigration status<\/strong>. It is typically the entry clearance<\/strong> that allows the student to travel to Greece and then complete or maintain the lawful process for a residence permit for studies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In practical terms, the Greek system often works like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is best understood as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is not<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may see this route referred to as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because Greek embassies do not always use identical wording on public pages, the exact label may vary slightly by mission. The legal basis is generally tied to Greece\u2019s migration code and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the main target group. It is generally the right route for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some researchers may qualify under a research<\/strong> route rather than a student route. If your stay is based on a hosting agreement or formal research appointment, do not<\/strong> assume the study visa is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In some cases, school-age students attending a recognized school in Greece may use a study-related long-stay route, but minor-specific documentation is stricter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your plan is sightseeing, visiting friends, or holiday travel, you should usually use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are only attending meetings, conferences, or short business visits, this is usually the wrong visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Greece does not treat the study D visa as a general job-seeking visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your purpose is employment, use the relevant work\/residence route<\/strong>, not the study visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your main plan is living in Greece while working remotely for a foreign employer\/client, that is a different route. Greece has a digital nomad<\/strong> framework separate from the study route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These should normally consider the relevant business, startup, financially independent person, or investment route instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They may need a family reunification\/family member<\/strong> route if permitted, or another lawful basis. They should not simply apply as \u201cstudents\u201d unless they independently qualify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the primary purpose is treatment, use the medical route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These typically fall under separate long-stay categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not applicable. Transit requires a transit-appropriate permission, not a D-study visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The D-Study visa is used for long-term educational stay<\/strong> in Greece. Depending on the exact case and consular interpretation, permitted uses may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are often allowed only if they are secondary to the main study purpose and lawful under Greek rules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This visa is not<\/strong> meant for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n A common misunderstanding is that a student can automatically work remotely for a foreign employer while in Greece. Greek immigration, tax, and labor rules can make this more complex. Even if the employer is abroad, the activity may still have tax or work-permission implications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the internship is a formal part of the study program, it may be possible under the proper legal framework. If it is a separate paid work arrangement, the study visa may not be the correct route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Volunteer activities can also fall under separate categories. Casual volunteering incidental to student life may be tolerated, but organized long-term volunteering should be checked carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Getting married in Greece does not automatically convert a study visa into a family status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a National Visa (Type D)<\/strong> under Greece\u2019s long-stay visa system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) – Study<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Commonly described as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once in Greece, applicants commonly deal with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Greek legal terminology has shifted over time with migration code reforms. Public-facing consular pages may still use slightly different language, but the practical category remains the long-stay national visa for study purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because Greek consular practice can vary, always confirm with the specific Greek embassy or consulate where you apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This visa is mainly for non-EU\/EEA\/Swiss nationals<\/strong>. EU\/EEA\/Swiss citizens generally do not need this visa to study in Greece, though they may still need local registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually this means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You need a valid travel document. Greek missions typically require:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exact minimum validity can vary by consulate, but a practical standard is to have significantly more validity than your planned entry date<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You must usually show you can cover:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Applicants typically need health insurance covering the relevant risks until they enter the Greek system and obtain any required local coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Criminal records, security concerns, document fraud, or certain health-related exclusion issues can cause refusal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You must satisfy the consulate that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on the mission and study type, you may also need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nationality affects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For study stays over 90 days<\/strong>, many non-EU nationals will still need the D visa even if they are visa-exempt for short Schengen visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Typically required:<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no universal public rule that every D-Study applicant must prove Greek language ability. In practice, the institution may require:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The consulate may also consider whether you can realistically follow the course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Funding may come from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n But the consulate may ask for proof of the sponsor\u2019s means and relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For this visa:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may need proof of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually mandatory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Often required as part of visa issuance, depending on the consulate\u2019s process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You usually apply from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Applying from a third country may be possible only if the consulate accepts jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may be ineligible or face a high refusal risk if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Example: saying you will study full-time but showing weak academic documents or no tuition arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Large unsupported deposits, inconsistent statements, or low balances are common problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your educational background does not match the intended program and you do not explain the change, the consulate may doubt your purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Missing legalized translations, unsigned forms, or no accommodation proof can delay or sink an application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An unclear or informal admission document may not satisfy the consulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Past overstay, deportation, or visa misuse can be a serious issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wrong coverage dates, wrong territory, or insufficient benefits can trigger refusal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Greek missions can be strict on document formalities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inconsistent answers about school, course duration, finances, or future plans can hurt credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike some visitor visas, travel history is usually less central than purpose and finances. Still, a complete immigration history matters if there were prior violations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In some cases, family accompaniment or later family reunification may be possible, but this is more limited than many applicants expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Completing studies in Greece can later support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not assume you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on your case, you may need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Greek national visas may be issued for up to 12 months<\/strong> depending on the category and case. Student D visas are often issued with a validity aligned to the initial study period or entry need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The purpose is to allow a stay longer than 90 days<\/strong>. In most student cases, the visa is the entry document and the longer stay is regularized through the residence permit for studies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The visa may be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many long-stay visas are issued to support practical travel needs, but applicants must check the visa sticker itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The visa validity starts on the dates printed on the sticker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overstaying can lead to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Students should not wait until the visa expires if a residence permit application is required. Follow the post-arrival instructions promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No general public \u201cgrace period\u201d should be assumed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Document rules can vary by embassy, nationality, and institution. Always use the checklist from the responsible Greek mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you or your sponsor work, the consulate may ask for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are mainly relevant for financial proof, not because a job offer is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Relevant if sponsored by parents or traveling with family:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not buy non-refundable travel until required or prudent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If funded or hosted by another person:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Certain missions may require:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For minors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This area varies significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Documents may need to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Warning:<\/strong> Never assume an English-language document will be accepted without translation unless the consulate expressly says so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Photo rules vary by mission. Usually:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use the mission\u2019s exact instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A single universally published amount for every Greek student D visa case is not always clearly displayed across all consular pages<\/strong>. Financial assessment is often practical and case-specific.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should be ready to prove enough funds for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually acceptable sponsors may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Greek missions do not always publish a universal \u201cseasoning period,\u201d but recent statements are typically expected. Large deposits should be explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Often recent months are requested, but exact periods vary by mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Officially, the test is sufficiency and credibility. Practically, stronger files usually show:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fee amounts can change. Always check the latest official fee page of the competent Greek mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Warning:<\/strong> Greek visa fees, exchange rates, and local collection methods can vary by country and are updated. Use the official mission page before paying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure your stay is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Start with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use the official long-stay visa application form from the Greek mission or Ministry of Foreign Affairs page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most applicants must book at the competent Greek embassy\/consulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Follow the local payment instructions. Some posts require cash in local currency; others have specific methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bring originals and copies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Submit in person unless the mission allows a different procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the consulate asks for clarifications, respond quickly and clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Processing times vary by mission and season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check immediately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Carry supporting documents in hand luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\nVisa Snapshot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nItem<\/th>\n Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Country<\/td>\n Greece<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Visa name<\/td>\n National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) – Study<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Visa short name<\/td>\n D-Study<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Category<\/td>\n National long-stay visa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Main purpose<\/td>\n Entry to Greece for studies lasting more than 90 days, usually followed by a residence permit for studies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Typical applicant<\/td>\n Third-country national admitted to a Greek higher education institution, school, training program, exchange, or in some cases recognized study-related activity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Validity<\/td>\n Usually up to 12 months as an entry visa; exact validity can vary by consulate and case<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Stay duration<\/td>\n More than 90 days; in practice, this visa is typically the entry route before obtaining a residence permit for studies in Greece<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Entries allowed<\/td>\n Often multiple, but can vary by visa label\/consulate; check the issued sticker<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Extension possible?<\/td>\n Yes, but usually through a residence permit process in Greece, not by simply \u201cextending\u201d the visa sticker<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Work allowed?<\/td>\n Limited\/conditional. Student work rights exist under Greek law for certain residence permit holders, but rules depend on status and permit stage. Verify with your school and migration authority.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Study allowed?<\/td>\n Yes, this is the core purpose<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Family allowed?<\/td>\n Possible in some cases, but not automatically. Family reunification rules for students are more restrictive than for workers.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n PR path?<\/td>\n Possible, but study years may not count the same way as other residence categories for long-term residence. Verify current counting rules.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Citizenship path?<\/td>\n Indirect. Time spent lawfully in Greece may matter later, but student residence does not automatically create a citizenship route.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n \n
How it fits into Greece\u2019s immigration system<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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2. Who should apply for this visa?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Best-suited applicants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Researchers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Minors attending school<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Job seekers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Employees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Digital nomads<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Founders, entrepreneurs, and investors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Spouses\/partners and children of a student<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Medical travelers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Religious workers, artists, athletes, and volunteers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Transit passengers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Quick guidance by applicant type<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nApplicant type<\/th>\n Should use D-Study?<\/th>\n Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Tourist<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Use short-stay\/visa-free route if eligible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Business visitor<\/td>\n Usually no<\/td>\n Meetings\/conferences usually short-stay<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Job seeker<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Not a job-seeking route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Employee<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Use work route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n University student<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Main target category<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Exchange student<\/td>\n Usually yes<\/td>\n If >90 days and accepted by institution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Researcher<\/td>\n Maybe not<\/td>\n Research route may be more appropriate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Spouse of student<\/td>\n Usually separate route<\/td>\n Check family eligibility rules<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Child dependent<\/td>\n Possibly separate route<\/td>\n Depends on family reunification rules<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Digital nomad<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Different visa category<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Investor<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Different route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Retiree<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Different route<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Minor school student<\/td>\n Possibly<\/td>\n Requires strict school and guardian paperwork<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n 3. What is this visa used for?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Remote work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Internship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Marriage in Greece<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Official visa classification and naming<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nConfused category<\/th>\n Difference<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)<\/td>\n For up to 90 days, not long-term study<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Digital nomad visa<\/td>\n For remote work, not study<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Work visa \/ employment permit<\/td>\n For employment, not education<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Researcher route<\/td>\n Often separate where a hosting agreement exists<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Family reunification visa<\/td>\n For joining family, not studying<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Erasmus\/exchange travel under short stay<\/td>\n May be enough only if stay is under 90 days and nationality\/rules permit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n 5. Eligibility criteria<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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5) Health insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6) No threat to public order, security, or public health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Nationality rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Age<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Language<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sponsorship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Job offer \/ points \/ quota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Biometrics and interview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Intent and residence outside Greece<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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6. Who is NOT eligible \/ common refusal triggers<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Ineligibility factors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Common refusal triggers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mismatch between purpose and documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Insufficient funds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Weak credibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Incomplete application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bad invitation\/admission paperwork<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Prior immigration violations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Insurance defects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Translation\/notarization mistakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Interview mistakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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10. Complete document checklist<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
A. Core documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nDocument<\/th>\n What it is<\/th>\n Why needed<\/th>\n Format\/validity<\/th>\n Common mistakes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Visa application form<\/td>\n Official long-stay visa form<\/td>\n Core application record<\/td>\n Completed and signed<\/td>\n Missing signatures, inconsistent dates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Appointment confirmation<\/td>\n Proof of booked submission slot<\/td>\n Access to consular submission<\/td>\n Printed\/digital as instructed<\/td>\n Arriving at wrong location\/time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Cover letter\/SOP<\/td>\n Applicant explanation of study plan<\/td>\n Clarifies purpose and credibility<\/td>\n Signed letter<\/td>\n Generic statements, contradictions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n B. Identity\/travel documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nDocument<\/th>\n What it is<\/th>\n Why needed<\/th>\n Format\/validity<\/th>\n Common mistakes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Passport<\/td>\n Valid travel document<\/td>\n Identity and visa placement<\/td>\n Original + copies<\/td>\n Expiring too soon, damaged passport<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Previous passports<\/td>\n Old travel history docs if requested<\/td>\n Immigration\/travel history<\/td>\n Copies or originals if requested<\/td>\n Not disclosing prior visas\/refusals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n National ID\/residence permit in current country<\/td>\n If applying outside nationality country<\/td>\n Confirms legal residence\/jurisdiction<\/td>\n Valid copy<\/td>\n Applying where you are not legally resident<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Photos<\/td>\n Passport-style photos<\/td>\n Visa production<\/td>\n Per mission specs<\/td>\n Wrong size\/background\/age of photo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n C. Financial documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nDocument<\/th>\n What it is<\/th>\n Why needed<\/th>\n Format\/validity<\/th>\n Common mistakes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Bank statements<\/td>\n Personal or sponsor bank records<\/td>\n Proves living funds<\/td>\n Usually recent statements<\/td>\n Sudden unexplained deposits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Scholarship letter<\/td>\n Official funding confirmation<\/td>\n Shows sponsored support<\/td>\n Original\/official PDF<\/td>\n Missing amount\/duration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Sponsor income proof<\/td>\n Payslips\/tax returns\/bank records<\/td>\n Verifies sponsor capacity<\/td>\n Recent and consistent<\/td>\n Sponsor income too low<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Tuition payment proof<\/td>\n Receipt\/invoice\/payment plan<\/td>\n Shows academic seriousness<\/td>\n Official school-issued<\/td>\n Informal payment screenshots only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n D. Employment\/business documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nDocument<\/th>\n What it is<\/th>\n Why needed<\/th>\n Format\/validity<\/th>\n Common mistakes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Admission\/acceptance letter<\/td>\n School\/university confirmation<\/td>\n Core proof of study purpose<\/td>\n Official letter<\/td>\n Conditional offer misunderstood as final admission<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Prior diplomas\/transcripts<\/td>\n Academic history<\/td>\n Supports eligibility and continuity<\/td>\n Certified copies if requested<\/td>\n Missing translation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Language certificate<\/td>\n If required by school\/consulate<\/td>\n Shows ability to follow course<\/td>\n Recognized evidence<\/td>\n Submitting informal language claims<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n F. Relationship\/family documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nCost item<\/th>\n Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Visa application fee<\/td>\n National visa fee; mission-specific payment method may vary<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Biometrics fee<\/td>\n Often built into process, but check local practice<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Courier\/service fee<\/td>\n If external service provider or return courier is used<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Translation costs<\/td>\n Can be significant depending on country<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Notary\/apostille\/legalization<\/td>\n Varies widely<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Police certificate cost<\/td>\n Country-specific<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Medical certificate cost<\/td>\n If required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Insurance cost<\/td>\n Depends on duration and coverage<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Travel cost<\/td>\n Flight and arrival expenses<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Residence permit cost after arrival<\/td>\n Check latest official Greek migration fee schedule<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dependent fee<\/td>\n Separate applications usually mean separate fees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Exact fee warning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
13. Step-by-step application process<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
1. Confirm the correct visa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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2. Gather documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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3. Complete the form<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. Book an appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. Pay the fee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Attend biometrics\/interview if required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
7. Submit the application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8. Provide any extra documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
9. Wait for decision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
10. Receive passport\/visa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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11. Travel to Greece<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
12. Complete arrival formalities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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