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Relocation plan to Greece

This is a SAMPLE plan generated for an example profile: Moving as a couple · Business / sole trader · Study residency · citizen of Russia

Cost of living (from ~)EUR1500/mo
Steps in the plan28
Updated15.08.2026

Relocation plan

Key Milestones
  1. 1 Milestone 1: educational basis and legalization package ready

    A realistic educational pathway in Greece has been selected, applicant requirements have been confirmed, and a complete application package has been assembled.

  2. 2 Milestone 2: entry and residence authorization obtained

    The educational basis has been confirmed, the application has been submitted, and a decision on the visa or subsequent residence permit has been received.

  3. 3 Milestone 3: financial and housing foundation prepared, relocation completed

    The budget and financial channels have been established, housing has been found, the couple’s relocation has been organized, and entry into Greece has been completed.

  4. 4 Milestone 4: post-entry formalities and annual cycle set up

    Key registrations have been completed, healthcare and daily life have been organized, and monitoring of tax and contingency scenarios has been established.

Visa and Residence Permit
  1. 5 Check the study route and Greek requirements for a Russian citizen

    A suitable type of study-based grounds has been confirmed for the couple, and it has been determined which actions are to be taken by the main applicant and which by the accompanying partner.

  2. 6 Choose an accredited study programme and apply for admission

    A programme compatible with a budget of 1200–2000 euros per month and a relocation timeframe of 3–6 months has been selected; the application has been accepted by the educational institution.

  3. 10 Obtain confirmation of admission and prepare the visa application

    Confirmation of the study-based grounds is available, and the visa application and accompanying documents are ready for submission.

  4. 11 Submit the study visa application and proceed with further residence formalities

    The application has been accepted by the competent authority, the case number has been recorded, and the further procedure for the main applicant and partner is clear.

  5. 12 Receive the decision and check the entry conditions

    A decision on the application has been received; the permit’s validity period, the possibility of the partner’s entry, and the requirements for the procedure after arrival have been checked.

  6. 19 Submit post-entry documents for a residence permit and complete the mandatory procedures

    The procedure предусмотрed for obtaining residence on the basis of study after entry has been initiated, including registration and personal attendance, if required.

Documents, Translation, Apostille
  1. 7 Audit personal and family documents for educational legalization

    A list of documents for the main applicant and partner has been compiled; passport validity periods and the readiness of documents confirming family status and education have been checked.

Budget and cost of living
  1. 8 Prepare a relocation budget and a verifiable financial plan for the couple

    One-time relocation expenses and monthly expenses in Greece have been separated; the minimum reserve for the period of seeking a stable income from the business has been determined.

Healthcare and Insurance
  1. 9 Find medical coverage suitable for legalizing your stay for study

    An insurance option has been selected for both members of the couple, and it has been verified that its terms are suitable for the visa and subsequent residency procedure.

  2. 21 Activate medical coverage and find basic healthcare providers

    Both members of the couple have insurance coverage valid in Greece, the procedure for seeking medical assistance is understood, and an accessible channel for routine healthcare has been selected.

Housing
  1. 13 Find housing in Greece based on the study location and the couple’s budget

    A list of verified options within the available budget has been compiled, taking into account transportation, address registration, and the rental term.

  2. 16 Sign the lease agreement and prepare for move-in

    Housing has been selected, the rental terms have been agreed upon, and the ability to confirm the address for subsequent administrative procedures has been ensured.

Banks and Accounts
  1. 14 Prepare financial infrastructure before relocation

    Available methods for transfers from Russia, backup payment instruments, and the requirements of selected Greek banks for opening an account after entry have been identified.

  2. 23 Open and activate a Greek bank account

    The couple has an operational account or a verified alternative payment channel for rent, everyday expenses, and receiving income.

Taxes and Tax Residency
  1. 15 Check the tax implications of business income when moving to Greece

    It has been determined how to track the couple’s tax residency, where to declare business income, and whether local business registration is required.

  2. 24 Set up regular tax monitoring and business income accounting

    A calendar of tax obligations, storage of income and expense documentation, and tracking of the number of days both members of the couple spend in the country have been set up.

Relocation Logistics
  1. 17 Arrange the transportation of belongings and settle obligations in the country of departure

    A list of the belongings to be transported has been compiled, the delivery method has been selected, tickets have been arranged, and critical contracts and obligations have been settled before departure.

  2. 18 Complete the couple’s relocation and entry into Greece

    The couple has arrived in Greece, their belongings have been delivered or handed over to the carrier, and documents and proof of entry have been saved for further procedures.

Integration and Daily Life
  1. 20 Obtain a tax identification number and access to government e-services

    The necessary identifiers have been obtained for the primary applicant and partner, and access to official channels for interacting with government authorities has been set up.

  2. 22 Confirm the residential address and complete address-related formalities

    The residential address has been recorded in the forms required for rental, immigration status, banking, and everyday procedures.

  3. 25 Set up telecommunications, transport, and utilities

    Mobile phone service, internet, and necessary household services have been arranged; routes to the place of study, banks, and medical facilities have been identified.

  4. 26 Develop a plan for adapting to life and studies in Greece

    Priorities for learning Greek, local everyday contacts, rules for interacting with the educational institution, and ways to support the couple’s social integration have been identified.

Plan "B"
  1. 27 Prepare scenarios in case of refusal, delay, or a decrease in business income

    The acceptable alternatives have been documented: postponing the start of studies, a different legalization format, temporary housing, reducing expenses, and the procedure for returning or changing countries.

  2. 28 Conduct a final check of the relocation’s sustainability for the first year

    It has been verified that the couple has a financial reserve, valid status, clear tax obligations, medical coverage, and a solution for the key risks of living in Greece.

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