Available Funding Tools for Utilization
Available Funding Tools for Utilization
Explore Greece’s top funding tools — from strategic investments to EU programs and Golden Visa opportunities — designed to boost growth and innovation.
Explore Greece’s top funding tools — from strategic investments to EU programs and Golden Visa opportunities — designed to boost growth and innovation.
Your Journey to Investment Success
Strategic Investments
Strategic Investments are projects of significant importance that drive economic growth, enhance competitiveness, and create high value opportunities in Greece. These investments focus on sectors with strong export potential, innovation, and sustainable development, offering streamlined processes, government support, and access to incentives. Designed to maximize impact, they prioritize efficient planning, resource conservation, and alignment with Greece's strategic goals in global markets.
Greek Developments Law 4887/2022
For over 40 years, Greece's Development Incentives Law has been the key driver of economic growth and entrepreneurship. Offering competitive incentives and regularly updated to align with global business trends, it provides a solid framework for successful investments. With nationwide coverage, this law creates exceptional opportunities for international investors to thrive in Greece's dynamic market.
Hotels
Currently, there is no active call for hotel investments under the Development Law 4887/2022. A new invitation is expected to be announced soon. In the meantime, you can review the details of the most recent support scheme for comprehensive hotel modernization by clicking below.
Manufacturing and Logistics
Funding opportunities under Development Law 4887/2022 for manufacturing and logistics investments were previously available through the 3rd submission period, which is now closed. Eligible projects included the establishment of new units, expansion of existing capacity, diversification of production, and major upgrades to production processes. Aid types covered grants, tax exemptions, leasing subsidies, and employment cost support, with aid intensities reaching up to 75% and a maximum of €20 million per project. A new call for proposals is expected. In the meantime, you may consult the full briefing from the previous regime by clicking below.
Software
At the moment, there is no active call for investment proposals for Software within the Development Law 4887/2022.
A new submission period is expected to be announced.
Agri-Food
Currently, there is no active call for investment proposals under the Agri-Food regime of Development Law 4887/2022. A new submission cycle is expected to be announced. In the meantime, you may consult the latest available briefing regarding the previous regime by clicking below.
Major Investments
Unlock substantial support for large-scale industrial and logistics investments starting from €15 million. Eligible projects include new facilities, production expansion, diversification, and process transformation. Benefit from grants, tax exemptions, leasing and employment subsidies, plus fast-track licensing. Aid intensity reaches up to 75%, with broad coverage of tangible, intangible, and payroll costs. Applications open July 1st and close December 31st, 2025.
Special Support Areas
The Special Support Areas regime under Development Law 4887/2022 concluded on October 31, 2025. This targeted scheme aimed to stimulate investment activity in specific regional units and island areas facing structural challenges or undergoing economic transition, such as lignite phase-out zones and remote Aegean islands. Eligible investment plans included the creation of new facilities, expansion and modernization of existing units, and diversification of production. Aid intensities reached up to 75%, with a maximum support amount of €20 million per project. The regime supported a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, logistics, agri-food, and tourism—provided the latter was implemented in designated eligible regions.
Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)
Greece offers a unique investment opportunity with access to 17.7 € billion in loans from the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). With near-zero interest rates and favorable repayment terms, this funding is designed to drive innovation, sustainability, and growth across key sectors. Partner with us to navigate this exciting investment landscape and maximize your potential in one of Europe's most dynamic economies.
National Strategic Reference Framework (ESPA 2021-2027)
The National Strategic Reference Framework (ESPA) 2021–2027 is Greece’s development program, co-financed by the EU, designed to support regional growth, entrepreneurship, and social cohesion. Through targeted programs across all Greek regions, it channels resources into innovation, green transition, digital transformation, and employment initiatives. By fostering balanced development and strengthening local economies, ESPA 2021–2027 lays the foundation for a more resilient and competitive future.
- Green Transition
- Digital Transformation
- Extroversion – Exports
- Innovation Research & Development
- Increasing employment rates
Programs per Greek Region
Thessalia
Applications are now open for the “Smart Entrepreneurship Start/Growth in the Region of Thessaly” call under the ESPA 2021–2027 Program. This action supports newly established and start-up SMEs planning to invest in Thessaly, with a focus on innovation, competitiveness, and job creation aligned with the region’s Smart Specialization Strategy (RIS3). Eligible investment budgets range from €50,000 to €425,000, with a public funding rate of 70%. Expenses may include personnel, equipment, buildings, software, consulting, and more. Applications are submitted online from November 27, 2025, at 13:00 until January 30, 2026, at 15:00. You can review the full briefing by clicking below.
Epirus
Applications are now open for the “Entrepreneur – Innovate in Epirus” call under the ESPA 2021–2027 Regional Programme. This action supports existing SMEs in the Region of Epirus that aim to enhance competitiveness, productivity, and international presence through innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable investments aligned with the region’s Smart Specialization Strategy (RIS3). Applicants may choose between two aid schemes (De minimis and GBER), with funding rates reaching up to 60% and eligible budgets ranging from €100,000 to €800,000. Supported expenses include equipment, infrastructure, software, consulting, and promotion. The application period runs from November 4, 2025 at 13:00 to January 27, 2026 at 15:00. You can review the full briefing by clicking below.



