New members of the Greece forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024

Hello,

We are Wayne and Eni. We live in the UK now but making plans to retire in Crete soon.

Regards,

Good day all

my name is Patience Habila Dung,im 25 years old and also a student here in Nigeria.i will really love to relocate and live in Greece permantly with the intention of working and schooling as well.

will really appreciate a schorlaship

Hello Wayne, Eni and Parience Habila Dung, welcome on board !

Feel free to read the Living in Greece guide for expats for a good start and open a new topic on the Greece forum to seek advice from members.

All the best

Bhavna

Jerome here,

I've had  a house for 22 years in Lesvos. Recently spending more and more time there in view of changing my residence formally. I've built three houses and have gone through every possible issues with administration. I have now a good lawyer and all my stuff is in order..

@yarom

Hello Jerome,

Welcome on board !

How can we help you ? Are you looking for anything in particular on the forum ?

Regards

Bhavna

Hi all!

My name is Artem and I am currently living in Thessaloniki, Greece. I am here fo almost 2 years, working as a software developer. I am 30 years old and looking oppportunities to find people to spend time with, new friends and maybe communities.

Regards, Artem

Welcome on board, Artem !

Feel free to reach out to members of the Thessaloniki forum.

all the best

Bhavna

Hi, My name is Mel and I am a English born Australian citizen, now picking up sticks and moving to Astypalaia (Dodecanes) in a week. I have a long stay visa and am spending a year there researching my possible retirement options.

I've noticed that there don't seem to be many Australian  (or other)  Expats living on the smaller islands. Is there any particular reason you could share?

Thanks

Kalimera

This is Cem. 40 years old. I am going to move to Polychorono.

Hi, I am an Aussie now living in Greece (Athens) with my Greek husband.

After working 12 hr shifts and continious study in Australia moving to Greece and retiring has been a struggle for me, missing family and friends and things to do.

I would love to learn the Greek language, does anyone know of any free classes in Athens.

i would also like to join other groups, any suggestion would be appreciated.

Hi i am irfan ali from pakistan. I am 37 years of old. I want to live in Greece for next.

@irfanmehar1986

Hello and welcome on board !

Feel free to read the Living in Greece guide for expatsto gather as much info as possible.

All the best

Bhavna

Hello, My name is Vadim, 56 years old. I just relocated to the South of Athens with my wife and daughter, after living in South East Asia for many years and tha last year in the US.

I like food, wine, cooking, playing golf (very amteur level), playing guitar and listen to music.

We have 4 cats.

Will be glad to meet other people and get have activities together.

Cheers!

Vadim

@Vadim K53

Welcome on board Vadim !

I hope that Athens living up to your expectations.

Feel free to have a look at the Athens forum and even open your own thread so that members can reach out.

All the best

Bhavna

@Vadim K53 Hi Vadim.hoe do you like Athens and Greece,you have some experience to compare.

I bought the apartment in Athens,now it's under refurbishment.

So maybe later we can meet each other 😉

@kornejev74

Hello! Sure, we can. Let me know

@Bhavna

Thanks Bhavna, I will check that out

Hi, I am new to the forum. I have lived in Apokoronas area of Crete for ten years. I love living here and would like to join this forum.

Thanks Jacqui

@Julien

Good day

my name is Ghulam Rabani ,im 38 years old and also a work here in Malaysia .i will really love to relocate and live in Greece permantly with the intention of working as well.

hello, I'm ati.im 37, I have plan to come thessaloniki and looking for a trusted lawyer for golden visa, i will be thankful if you know a good lawyer someone who can speak English and introduce me.

thank you

Good afternoon,

we were planning on moving to Portugal on retirement next year from the UK. we do however prefer the greek way of life and Crete looks fantastic.

i have a medical condition that is helped by the warmth but we had ruled out Crete because of the varied winter weather reports we have seen saying it gets very cold.

we would love to hear from anyone that lives on the island that can give us truthful views of what its like in winter.

It will be great to hear from anyone that can help.

Thanks

@Julien

Hello

I am Haluk from Turkey. My wife and I are planning to live in Kalamaria near thessaloniki.

We are retired and planing to enjoy this beautiful country.

Have a nice day to all.

@Nikborda28 Hi. First of all, what type of visa/ residence permit will you be applying for? Greece has recently increased the FIP monthly income required, to €4200 for a couple.A Gokden Visa property will cost 400/800 depending on area. A financially independent visa/ permit in Portugal asks for much less. (You may of course know this already!)

We moved to the Peloponnese for my husband's health- the Summers are long & hot ( too hot at times). Winters are short and fairly mild but can be very chilly at night. Get a house with central heating if you can. Good Luck with your plans. Hopefully someone can advise mire on Crete.

@GuestPoster70 Hi, I you would like information about retiring to Greece I would be happy to share my journey.

Please, feel free to contact me. Best regards, Marcelo

Hi everyone!

We are from France and looking into moving to Greece potentially in the summer 2025.

Currently getting the info primarily on schools as we have 2 children, 6 and 9. Quite interested in Kalamata area but not exclusively.

Look forward to connecting

Lisa

@Julien

Hello My name is Constantine and I'm planning on moving to Athens Greece from Toronto Canada. I am duo citizen.

@Julien

Hi My name is Bev, and my partner is Adrian. We live in the UK and we're planning our retirement in Chania.

At the moment it's early days and we are giving ourselves a year to plan. I've been reading up on visas and which way is best for us to progress.

So you'll be hearing from us in the future, I'm sure we'll have a million questions.

Great to have found this forum and I've already read many of your Q&As.

🤗

@bevc60

Welcome Bev and Adrian !

If you have any questions, feel free to ask ^^

All the best

Bhavna

@Bhavna

Thank you, we're happy to be here. It's good to know there is help. We are at the beginning of our journey so no questions yet.

Bev and Adrian

@Julien Hey Julien, My name is Andrew age 63 based in somerset in the uk 🇬🇧 retirement semi or full time 🕰️ will be knocking on my door🚪 in a few years and very much considering Crete as an option for a part time of full time bolt hole. it would be fab to make friends / contacts looking to do the same or have already made the move… Any tips and or advice would be very much appreciated.. Best regards

Hi everybody! My name is Karri, hailing from Finland. While usually working on boats, my doctor told me after a serious injury to take it easy for a little while. I'm not sure what she ment, but as a result I'm taking it easy working in Athens - Glyfada to be exact;-)

@karri20

Hello and welcome Karri !

Hope you are recovering from your injury and indeed "taking it easy" and exploring Athens.

Feel free to have a look at the Athens forum to see what members have been discussing about. If you have any questions, don't hesitate.

All the best

Bhavna

Hi everyone!

My name is Layne and I'm originally from California, now living in Germany, and looking to relocate to Greece (Halkidiki, hopefully!).

Would be great to meet up for a beverage with anyone who might be willing to share their experience living and/or buying a home in Greece.

Best wishes to all...

@layneleeann

hi happy to help as relocated from the uk to greece and also renovated a property / also speak Greek / just reach out or provide contact details / good luck :-)

@Julien Not sure how to post. My name is Loni Bramson. I am a Belgo-American who recently moved to Athens to live. Anyone interested in working in a community building project in the Patisia neighborhood can contact me.

@bramsonloni Good morning, I am interested, can you please give me more details, my email: ***

Thank you.

@Julien

Hello Everyone,

Not sure if this is how I respond.

My name is Zamirrea, I am currently trying to study abroad starting Spring 2025.

I am planning to move out of the U.S and live abroad officially. I have been told studying abroad is one of the easiest ways to do so.

I have been trying to figure out the best countries for me to move to, and Greece is on top of my list right now.

Tell what you know about Greece pls.

@zbrown03

Hello and welcome !

I recommend that you read the following article : Studying in Greece

And that you open a new thread on the Greece forum to seek advice from members living there.

All the best

Bhavna

Hello there, my name is Simba from Zimbabwe, an experienced (20years) quantity surveyor looking for opportunities in Greece.