Turkish investors are increasingly turning to Greece’s real estate market as a safe haven against persistently high inflation at home, redirecting capital abroad to preserve asset value.
Investment activity by Turkish buyers in Greek property has surged in recent years, largely driven by Turkey’s economic pressures, with inflation exceeding 30%. As savings lose purchasing power, many investors are seeking alternatives, and property acquisition has emerged as one of the most attractive options.
According to data from Turkey’s central bank, Turkish investments in overseas real estate reached 2.4 billion dollars in the first 11 months of 2025, marking a 26% year-on-year increase. Property purchases peaked in August at 288 million dollars, while Jan. recorded the lowest volume at 144 million dollars.
Bayram Tekçe, president of the Association of Real Estate Service Exporters, told Anadolu Agency that the United Arab Emirates and Greece currently top the list of preferred destinations for Turkish buyers, followed by the United States and the United Kingdom.
Tekçe noted that Greece appeals particularly to investors seeking a reliable “Plan B” along with freedom of movement within Europe. Through the country’s Golden Visa program and its strong tourism sector, property investments can secure EU residency permits and visa-free access across the Schengen area.
Data from Greece’s Migration Ministry, including figures through Dec., show that economic and geopolitical uncertainty continues to drive demand. Residence permits granted to Turkish nationals rose by 15.9%, with 3,291 permits now held by Turkish investors.
Overall, active Golden Visa residence permits—including both investors and family members—stood at 79,056 at the end of Dec. Of these, 20,555 permits, or 26%, relate to initial permanent investor permits, while renewals account for 7,115 permits, or roughly
