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Do you qualify for Greek citizenship

You may qualify for Greek dual citizenship and not know it. Greece has favorable nationality laws allowing you to get Greek citizenship by descent if you have Greek heritage or through a Greek Golden Visa and obtain an EU passport. Becoming a Greek/USA dual citizen has substantial benefits.

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What does it mean to have Greece citizenship?

Being a Greek dual citizen means that hold Greek citizenship and USA citizenship simultaneously allowing you access to all of the benefits and opportunities of both countries. Greek nationality law also allows you to retain your current citizenship, so you can enjoy all the benefits of dual citizenship without giving up your ties to the USA or your home country.

Greece also happens to be one of the 27 European Union member countries which gives you the benefits of having an EU passport, including the freedom to travel across all 27 EU member countries.

Fortunately, Greece offers four different ways to become a Greek citizen. Greece citizenship could be a fantastic opportunity for you and your family—if you meet the qualification guidelines.

The two most common methods of getting Greek citizenship are “by descent” if you have Greek heritage and can qualify through your Greek ancestors, or “by investment” through the Greek Golden Visa program. Both paths have their own set of complex requirements. That’s why we’re here: to provide expert guidance, simplify the process, and help you successfully obtain your Greek citizenship from start to finish.

Why Consider Greek Dual Citizenship?

Greece blends the deepest treasures of antiquity with those of modernity, giving its citizens profound pride in their country. As a citizen, you will enjoy the full privileges that come with EU membership—turning the entire continent into your home.

A Greece passport opens doors across all 27 EU member states for work, study, education, and travel. Best of all, you won’t sacrifice your current nationality—both Greece and the USA fully embrace dual citizenship.

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Pathways to Greece Dual Citizenship

Greece’s approach to dual citizenship reflects its historic role as a diaspora nation, and so special pride of place is given to those with Greek ancestry. But even if you’re not reclaiming your heritage, multiple paths exist:

  • Greek citizenship by descent: Do you have Greek heritage? You may qualify to become a Greece citizen based on your Greek ancestors.
  • Greek citizenship by marriage: Are you currently married to a Greek citizen. Now it’s time to share citizenship.
  • Greece citizenship through naturalization: If you’ve lived and worked in Greece for years and feel ready to make the full transition to citizenship, you’ll likely want to naturalize.
  • Greece Golden Visa: Looking to make an investment in Greece? The Greece Golden Visa program is a straightforward path to Greek dual citizenship.

With so many pathways to Greek citizenship, the first step is to confirm your eligibility. You just need to know which path the correct route for you to take to get Greece citizenship.

How to Get Dual Citizenship Greece and USA in 3 Steps:

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Qualification

Our specialists in Greek citizenship law analyze your circumstances, identifying the most promising route to citizenship, and from there, they identify the path forward for you which starts with a free consultation.

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Documentation

GDC secures everything from birth certificates in remote island churches to military records in municipal archives. We track down all documents required for you to file your application for Greek citizenship.

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Application

Beyond the paperwork, we prepare you with the citizenship portfolio, citizenship interview, and  building out a comprehensive application that meets the eligibility requirements for a successful application.

Why Choose GDC for Your Greece Dual Citizenship

Can an American get Greek dual citizenship? Yes, neither country prevents you from enjoying full citizenship in America and Greece at the same time.

What’s the easiest path to Greece citizenship for you? Below you will find the three most common paths to get Greek citizenship:

  • Greek Citizenship by Descent (Jus Sanguinis): Greek nationality law puts a priority on ancestry, and so it makes this path the most convenient and straightforward.
  • Greek Golden Visa: For those without Greek ancestry, Greece has a special Golden Visa program that allows you to obtain Greece citizenship by investment.
  • Marriage to Greek Citizens: A three-year marriage and residence period can unlock citizenship opportunities—as long as you’ve made an effort to become part of the country’s social fabric.
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Why Work with GDC for Greek Dual Citizenship?

Our company specializes in Greek dual citizenship. Our team of Greece citizenship lawyers and genealogists  provide the very best guidance and support through the complex legal process of becoming a citizen of Greece.

We are your advocates, handling the process of applying for Greek citizenship for you from beginning to end. We’ve helped thousands of people just like you make their dreams of getting EU citizenship come true and we offer a wide range of services, including:

  • Greek ancestry evaluation: Free preliminary assessment of your Greek citizenship by descent eligibility, particularly valuable for those exploring both American and Greek dual citizenship. This will confirm if you qualify for Greek citizenship by descent.
  • Document Discovery: Greece has a widespread and decentralized record-keeping system spanning mountain village registries to island church archives. We search the depths of these out-of-the-way repositories and can even work in your home country to try to find or replace missing documents.
  • Ancestral Investigation: Beyond basic genealogy, we uncover the documentary evidence needed to prove your Greek lineage for citizenship with Greece. Doing this on your own can be incredibly difficult, but our experts have the resources and connections to do it properly.
  • Application Support: We provide start to finish service and even manage the bureaucratic side like document apostilles and certified translations. That way, you don’t have to stress about your application.

Service Packages

What can you expect from GDC’s selection of Greek citizenship service packages? We provide three tiers so that you can find the best fit for your situation:

  • Comprehensive Full Service: Complete management of your Greek dual citizenship application. No guesswork. No stress. We take care of everything from beginning to end.
  • Guidance Package: Get guidance while maintaining control of your application. We made this package for those who can obtain the US documents on their own, but they just can’t afford to get it wrong.
  • Assistance Package: This tier offers a limited set of services that target specific aspects, ideal for those near the finish line.

No matter where you are on your path to citizenship, we have a tier that meets your needs. That’s true whether you are simply curious about what the road might look like or are already well on your way but hitting a few unforeseen challenges.

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Begin Your Journey to Greek Dual Citizenship

Imagine splitting your time between sun-drenched islands and historic cities. Take a train through Europe without a passport. Enjoy robust social security and a more relaxed way of life.

These benefits and more—like world-class healthcare, rich cultural heritage, and the freedom to live and work across the EU are available to EU citizens.

We’ve worked with on several different kinds of cases, helping people who faced every conceivable challenge and now, we’re ready to help you.

Your First Step to Greece Citizenship

Starting requires neither complete certainty nor perfect documentation. It begins with a simple conversation just to confirm your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is it worth getting Greek citizenship?

Greek citizenship offers many benefits of its own, but it also gets you membership in the EU. So, you’ll have access to European healthcare and education, and the ability to live and work in all 27 European Union member states.

Plus, the Greek passport offers visa-free travel to 188 countries—which is why it regularly ranks among the top 10 passports in the world.

Yes, both countries fully recognize dual citizenship. You can maintain your US citizenship while becoming Greek.

Approximately 3 million Americans have Greek ancestry, with large populations in major cities like New York, Chicago, and Boston.

In Greece dual citizenship is totally allowed without any restrictions. So, as long as your current home country allows it, you can easily become a dual citizen.

Only when applying through marriage, naturalization, and Golden Visa will citizenship routes require B1-level Greek language proficiency.  Applying for Greek citizenship by descent does NOT require you to speak Greek.

You’ll need documentation of who your ancestors are and their Greek heritage. Documents such as birth certificates, baptismal records, marriage certificates, municipal registrations, etc.

You must first obtain Greek citizenship, and then provide biometric photos, citizenship certificate, and current identification. Processing typically takes 5-10 business days.

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GDC has the leading team of Greek citizenship experts ready to provide dual citizenship services with Greece. With our help, you can let go of the stress and simply enjoy the thought of becoming a part of this amazing country.

We are offering you a FREE phone consultation. We can start by walking through the details of your case to confirm which path to Greek citizenship is right for you.

You can reach us at (213) 636-8022.

If you prefer to contact us via email, you can use our contact form. We will respond within 24 hours during business days.

We are happy to assist you and take your exciting first step toward Greek dual citizenship.

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What Clients Say

Thank you for assisting me with my Greek citizenship application. I applied together with my sister and mom, and GDC made the entire process much shorter than I was initially expecting. As looked further into earlier generations of my ancestors, we discovered several issues with record accuracy and inconsistencies in our ancestors' documents. Record keeping was very poor in the early 1900's. Marco & Anna guided us every step of the way, and my case manager maintained constant communication, keeping me updated throughout the process. She also was quick to respond to my calls and emails. The Greek Dual Citizenship team thoroughly explained the process from start to finish so I had a good understanding when I started. I hadn’t realized how complex applying for Greek citizenship by descent could be, so I’m incredibly grateful to have had such expert support. Thank you all so much!
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My path to getting Greek citizenship began about three years ago when I started looking into all of the different options to get dual citizenship. I reached out to GDC and spoke with with Marco Permunian, the founder, along with Jason in the genealogical research team. They began my case with a detailed free assessment just to first make sure I was eligible to apply for Greek citizenship descent. The assessment was incredibly helpful since I wasn’t entirely sure I qualified based on my ancestors. The intake team was kind, supportive, and experienced in the intricate details I hadn’t considered. From start to finish, they handled my case until I was able to receive my Greek passport from the consulate. Looking back, I’m certain this isn’t something I could have managed alone—and if I had, it would have taken twice as long because of my workload and raising two children. The GDC team was fantastic and made the entire process so much less stressful.
I reached out to Greek Dual Citizenship to explore whether I could obtain Greek citizenship through their Golden Visa program. I had a friend that did it and was able to get his EU passport that way. I had consulted with a few other companies, but after my conversation with GDC and receiving a comprehensive breakdown of my case and the process I felt they were the right choice. They really stood out to me because they took the time to understand the specifics of my case and ensured I was actually going to get the Greek passport within my retirement window. Marco and his US based team were incredibly responsive, addressing all my questions and making the entire process much easier for me. A huge thank you to them for helping my family and me secure Greek citizenship!
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I can absolutely recommend GDC’s services. My Greek citizenship by descent case was quite complex because I had to trace lineage back to my grandparents that were born in a small village. Marco and the entire GDC team guided me from beginning to end and making sure I had all the necessary documents in the correct format and keeping me informed through each stage of the process. I had done a lot of research on Marco and saw a lot of interviews with him online so I felt very comfortable with the teams experience level. I felt a lot better knowing I had an experienced attorney handling my case with extensive knowledge in citizenship processes across multiple countries. Alessia, Marco, and the whole GDC team genuinely care about their clients. They are much more than just advisors for Greek citizenship—they’re true professionals. I’m beyond satisfied with the outcome. My thanks to their outstanding lawyers and team!
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If you're attempting to navigate the Greek citizenship process, you know how complex it can be. I initially tried to handle the Golden Visa process on my own but ran into several obstacles. After wasting time and money, I decided to contact GDC. Much of my frustration stemmed from dealing with the bureaucratic challenges of the citizenship process which was causing significant delays. The GDC team stepped in right where I left off, and I was genuinely impressed by how quickly and efficiently they moved things forward. I can’t praise Marco and his team enough. Marco’s expertise in citizenship matters is outstanding, and working with them was truly a remarkable experience.
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GDC was great for getting my Greek dual citizenship. When I first began researching the process for Greek citizenship in the USA, I felt completely overwhelmed by the complexity of the Greece golden visa process. Tracking down all of the records, handling the financials, getting documents legalized, and securing apostilles seemed like an enormous task, and I was worried about making a mistake. Also, I really just didn't have the time to do it myself anyway. The many requirements had me a bit anxious about the possibility of being denied so I was quite happy to leave this one to the professionals. Once I hired Marco and the GDC team, the entire process became easy and stress-free, and I felt an immense sense of relief. I highly recommend GDC to anyone pursuing Greek citizenship. This was a great investment for me and my family!
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I’ve been working with Jason, Marco, and the genealogical team at GDC for over a year now, and I can confidently say they have been a pleasure to work with. My citizenship case was particularly challenging because of the generation I needed to trace for my Greek citizenship by descent. I quickly realized that the further back you go, the more complex the process becomes. You start running into a lot of inconsistencies in documentation when you get into documents from the early 1900's. Marco and his team handled everything for me, which was exactly what I needed. With work and family commitments, I just didn't have the time to manage the citizenship process myself. The GDC team was always available and responded to my questions quickly, which I really appreciated! Its so hard to find someone that responds quickly these days.
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Without Marco’s help I honestly don’t think I would have been able to complete my Greek citizenship. While gathering some documents on my own was doable (and even enjoyable), navigating the entire Greek citizenship process turned out to be much harder than I anticipated. There are a lot of legalities and Greek bureaucracy involved in the process that you have to navigate perfectly or it causes long delays and setbacks. After doing a lot of research, I decided to work with Marco and GDC. When I initially started this process it wasn’t just about securing the EU passport, it was also an incredible opportunity to learn more about my family’s history. I learned so much about my grandparents and Greek heritage that most of my family members were not aware of. My great uncle used to be our family historian, but after this experience, I feel like that role has now been passed on to me. Thanks to Marco and the dedicated team at GDC, I’m on track to complete my Greek citizenship by September!
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I was considering applying for Greek citizenship by descent for years and finally decided to take the plunge after a vacation I took in Greece. It was absolutely life changing! After doing a lot of research online about the process I realized it was going to be difficult and I didn’t want the hassle of dealing with Greek bureaucracy. I applied for a visa in the past and that was a big headache so I looked for the best company I could find to handle everything for me. If you're searching for the best team to help you with applying for Greek citizenship, GDC is the way to go. Marco Permunian has extensive knowledge of the Greek citizenship process and his team is incredibly responsive to my emails. Their attention to detail and quick responses were truly refreshing. I’m so glad I chose them!
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I am happy to acknowledge Marco and the GDC team for their stellar assistance with my dual citizenship case. I have lived and worked in a few different countries in Europe over the past 6 years I knew it would be much easier for my work and travel if I had an EU passport. Getting and renewing visas every few years becomes expensive and frustrating. When I first called the genealogical research team did some research into my family’s ancestry and found a bunch of documents that I needed for my application to apply for Greek citizenship by descent. I hired them to do the Full Service process and they hunted down all of the records and kept me in the loop with monthly status updates so I always knew where I stood. My entire family was thrilled to begin this journey with Marco and the GDC team after watching his videos on YouTube. We even enjoy watching his podcasts and citizenship videos so it was a very cool experience getting to work with him!
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