What changed, and what is about to

Every change below is taken from an official source cited in the country guide. A rule that changed after you started planning is one of the most common reasons a visa is refused.

Already in force

6 February 2026 · visa rules · Greece

Student residence permit is now issued for the full programme length, with progress checks every two years.
6 February 2026 · work · Greece

Student work limit raised from a reported 15 hours to 20 hours a week.
6 February 2026 · post-study · Greece

Law 5275/2026 formalised a one-year post-study permit to look for work or start a business.