Your Complete Guide to Jobs and the Golden Visa in Greece

Your Complete Guide to Jobs and the Golden Visa in Greece

In short: This guide is your starting point for working in Greece and for the Greek Golden Visa. Below, each topic links to a focused, in-depth article — covering hospitality and construction jobs, employer staffing, and Golden Visa investment from €250,000 (qualifying conversions) up to €800,000 depending on location. HRCM helps with all of it, across Athens, Thessaloniki, and the islands.

Finding a job in Greece

Greece's hospitality and construction sectors actively recruit international workers, with tourism-facing roles often working in English and steady year-round construction demand in the cities. Non-EU candidates need a work permit, which a recruitment agency can help arrange.

Read more: Working in Greece — a guide for international job seekers.

Hospitality jobs and staffing

Hospitality demand peaks from spring through autumn, especially on the islands, spanning hotel operations, food & beverage, housekeeping, and guest services. Employers rely on specialist staffing to scale quickly for the season and keep staff through it.

Read more: Hospitality staffing solutions for businesses in Greece.

Construction jobs and staffing in Athens

Athens construction runs year-round across infrastructure, residential, and renovation work, with steady demand for skilled trades, equipment operators, engineers, and project managers. The main bottleneck for employers is reliable, vetted labour.

Read more: Finding the right construction staffing agency in Athens.

Hiring staff as an employer

Companies hiring in Greece — local or international — use recruitment partners to reach vetted candidates, stay compliant with Greek labour law, and fill roles fast. HRCM mediates between employer and worker so placements last.

Read more: How international companies find and hire staff in Greece, and top reasons to use a recruitment agency in Greece.

The Greek Golden Visa

The Golden Visa grants EU residency through investment. As of 2026 the property thresholds are tiered: €800,000 in high-demand areas (Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and islands over 3,100 residents), €400,000 elsewhere, and €250,000 specifically for qualifying commercial-to-residential conversions or restorations of listed historic buildings.

Read more: Greece Golden Visa 2026 — investment rules and how to apply, and the advantages of obtaining Golden Visa residency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work in Greece as a non-EU citizen?

Yes, with a valid work permit. Recruitment agencies like HRCM help non-EU candidates through the permit and documentation process, particularly for hospitality and construction roles.

What is the minimum investment for the Greek Golden Visa?

From €250,000 for qualifying commercial-to-residential conversions or historic-building restorations, or €400,000–€800,000 for standard properties depending on location.

Whether you're job-hunting, hiring, or investing, get in touch with HRCM or explore our services.