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Case study · Greece · Residence permit

How a Long-Term Client with a Grenada PassportObtained Greek Residence Permit

This client came to us before. Several years ago, we processed Grenada citizenship for him through investment - at that time, a strong second passport was needed. Now the family has a new goal - an EU residence permit, and he turned to us again. The advantage is that the foundation is already laid: the Caribbean passport is non-sanctioned, so Greek residence permit is processed directly, without new workarounds. We explain how we added a Golden Visa on top of the existing solution.

Sergey EvdokimovSergey EvdokimovManaging Partner, BRIDGESReading time9 min readVerificationReviewed by an expert

This case is based on a real matter. The name and certain identifying details have been changed to protect confidentiality.

BRIDGES client story - How a Long-Term Client with a Grenada Passport Obtained Greek Residence Permit
Contents

Case at a glance

Situation, solution and outcome in seven lines

Client
Large family with Grenada passport (long-term BRIDGES client)
Previous Solution
Grenada citizenship, processed previously
New Objective
Greek Residence Permit (Golden Visa), EU access
Why It's Straightforward
Caribbean passport is non-sanctioned - direct application
Composition
Spouses, two children, and grandmother
Process
Greek Golden Visa as Grenada Citizens
Result
Greek Residence Permit added to Caribbean passport

Client story

Client's Story

Where they started

The client is our long-standing acquaintance: several years ago, we processed Grenada citizenship for him. Back then, the task was different - to obtain a reliable second passport. Over time, plans expanded: the family needed a residence permit in the European Union, closer to Europe, with all the benefits of European residency. And the client returned to us specifically - because we already know his history and documents.

Why the standard route did not work

An important principle worked here: one of our solutions becomes the foundation for the next. Unlike Russians with a Russian passport (for whom Greek Golden Visa is not directly available), this client already has a Caribbean Grenada passport - which is a non-sanctioned country. This means he applies for Greek residence permit directly, as a Grenada citizen, without any workarounds or obtaining a new second passport.

What BRIDGES had to solve

We only needed to add the European component: the family composition was broader - including the grandmother - and we carefully included everyone in the Golden Visa. Since the client is a long-term one, we did not collect everything from scratch - many documents and background checks were already completed during citizenship processing, which expedited the application.

Why a standard answer would not do

At BRIDGES, we handled the standard Golden Visa component: real estate investment according to Greece's thresholds and submission for residence permit on the Caribbean passport. As a result, a strong Caribbean citizenship was supplemented with a European residence permit - solution upon solution, for a client who has trusted us for years.

What Was at Risk

What Was at Risk

There was no problem - on the contrary, the foundation was already in place. The only risk was not to overcomplicate things: with a Caribbean passport, new workarounds are not needed, Greek GV application is direct. The key was to properly leverage the existing citizenship and add the European component.

That the client already has a non-sanctioned Grenada passport - access to Golden Visa is open directly;

  1. 01That a new second passport is not needed - unlike the case with RF/RB passport;
  2. 02That part of the documents and background checks were already completed during citizenship processing;
  3. 03That the standard European component remains - investment and application;
  4. 04That the family composition (spouses, two children, and grandmother) is included in the Golden Visa.

The logic of the solution

How the matter progressed: from checks to result

The chart is built from the facts of this matter and shows the logic of the work without decorative or unverified data.

BasisStage 1

We reviewed the client's history. We retrieved his previous case - Grenada citizenship, obtained earlier - to rely on already gathered documents.

  • 01
    Stage 2

    We confirmed the direct pathway. We verified that the Caribbean passport is non-sanctioned and the application for Greek Golden Visa is submitted directly, without a new second passport.

  • 02
    Stage 3

    We identified family composition. We determined which family members (spouse, two children, and grandmother) are included in the Golden Visa.

  • 03
    Stage 4

    We made an investment in Greece. We completed a real estate investment according to the program thresholds.

  • 04
    Stage 5

    We applied for Golden Visa. We submitted an application for Greek residence permit as Grenada citizens.

Takeaway. Conclusion: a Caribbean passport (Grenada) holder has direct access to Greek Golden Visa without a second passport; for a long-standing client this is a solution on top of a solution, based on existing documents.

How we solved the task

How we solved the task

The work was split into verifiable stages so that every conclusion rested on documents.

  1. 01

    Stage 1

    We reviewed the client's history. We retrieved his previous case - Grenada citizenship, obtained earlier - to rely on already gathered documents.

  2. 02

    Stage 2

    We confirmed the direct pathway. We verified that the Caribbean passport is non-sanctioned and the application for Greek Golden Visa is submitted directly, without a new second passport.

  3. 03

    Stage 3

    We identified family composition. We determined which family members (spouse, two children, and grandmother) are included in the Golden Visa.

  4. 04

    Stage 4

    We made an investment in Greece. We completed a real estate investment according to the program thresholds.

  5. 05

    Stage 5

    We applied for Golden Visa. We submitted an application for Greek residence permit as Grenada citizens.

  6. 06

    Stage 6

    We obtained the residence permit. A European residence permit was added to the Caribbean passport - quickly, because the foundation was already in place.

Expert comment

I love such cases - when a client returns to us. Several years ago we obtained a Caribbean passport of Grenada for him, and now he wanted a residence permit in the EU. And here everything is simpler than for a Russian starting from scratch: the Caribbean passport is non-sanctioned, therefore the person applies for Greek Golden Visa directly, no second passport is needed. We simply added the European component - investment and application - relying on already completed background checks. One of our solutions became the foundation for the next one. For a long-standing client this is both fast and secure.

Sergey Evdokimov, Managing Partner, BRIDGESSergey EvdokimovManaging Partner, BRIDGES

Outcome

What the client received

What was required
How we did it · Result
Add EU residence permit
Direct application based on Grenada passport · Without new passport
Expedite process
Based on previous case · Part of background checks completed
Include family members
Spouse, two children, and grandmother · In Golden Visa
Obtain residence permit
Investment + application · Greek residence permit
Obtain residence permit
Investment + application · Greek residence permit

What was: a long-standing client with a Grenada passport wanted to add Greek residence permit. What we did: retrieved his previous case; confirmed direct application (non-sanctioned passport); identified family composition; made an investment; applied for Golden Visa. What he obtained: Greek residence permit on top of Caribbean passport.

Practical takeaway

What matters in a similar situation

  • Conclusion: a Caribbean passport (Grenada) holder has direct access to Greek Golden Visa without a second passport; for a long-standing client this is a solution on top of a solution, based on existing documents.
  • The client added European residence permit to a strong passport, because we had laid the foundation earlier, and Caribbean citizenship provides direct access to Greece.

FAQ

Questions people ask in a similar situation

01Can a Caribbean passport holder obtain Greek residence permit?

Yes, directly: Grenada and other Caribbean countries are non-sanctioned, therefore their citizens apply for Golden Visa without the restrictions applicable to RF/RB passports.

02Is a second passport required if one already has a Caribbean passport?

No. A Caribbean passport by itself provides direct application for a Golden Visa—no additional second passport is required.

03Why is the process faster for an existing client?

Part of the documentation and background checks have already been completed during citizenship acquisition, so the European stage (investment and application) is added more quickly.

04Which family members are included?

Spouse and children (and under certain conditions—parents) are included in the Golden Visa as family members. The exact composition is confirmed with the competent authority.

05Is this legal?

Yes: citizenship was obtained through an official program, and the Golden Visa application is submitted under Greek regulations as from a citizen of a non-sanctioned country.

06Do you already have a Caribbean passport and need a residence permit in the EU?

We will add Greece's Golden Visa directly based on your Caribbean passport (Grenada, etc.)—without a new second passport, leveraging background checks already completed, so you gain European residence alongside strong citizenship.

About the author

Sergey Evdokimov

Author: Sergey Evdokimov

Managing Partner, BRIDGES

As Founder and Managing Partner of BRIDGES, I am responsible for the firm's strategy and personally lead its most complex client matters, including cases in which citizenship or residence decisions require a strategic view and consideration of capital.

I begin by defining the objective: the outcome the client needs, the facts that affect the choice, and the matters that require further review. I then establish the available directions, the sequence of work, and the key decision points.

Once the strategy has been agreed, I oversee the BRIDGES team's key decisions and remain involved at the stages that shape the course of the matter. The purpose is to give the client a clear rationale for the chosen direction and a precise understanding of the next steps.

Prepared on the basis of BRIDGES practice and reviewed by a subject-matter expert.

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Names and certain details have been changed to protect client confidentiality. The result described reflects one specific situation and is neither a public offer nor a guarantee of a similar outcome. Programme terms are stated as of 2026 and may change - please confirm current parameters with a BRIDGES consultant.