Greece Introduces a Unified Residence-and-Work Permit and Updates Rules for Foreign Specialists

The reform combines residence and work authorization in a single permit format while aiming to attract technology workers and highly qualified professionals. For relocating applicants, this may streamline work-based residence procedures and extend the average permit validity to two years, reducing the frequency of renewals. It primarily affects non-EU workers, skilled professionals, and employers in sectors facing labor shortages, including hospitality. According to sources, people planning a work-based move should pay particular attention to whether their job or employer qualifies under the new regimes.