Client story
Client Background
Where they started
An Israeli family sought European residence permit - Greece is convenient for leisure and as an asset. The program is open to Israeli citizens.
Why the standard route did not work
This case demonstrates the contrast noted in other series cases. Russian and Belarusian citizens cannot access Greece's Golden Visa program since 2022 under their passports - we first obtain a second passport from a non-sanctioned country for them. Israeli citizens do not need this: their passport carries no restrictions, enabling a direct pathway without second citizenship or workarounds.
What BRIDGES had to solve
Israeli passport carries no restrictions, therefore the family did not require a second passport - direct application, children included as family members.
Why a standard answer would not do
At BRIDGES, we guided the client through the direct Golden Visa route: prepared documentation, assisted with bank accounts and fund transfers, selected and registered real estate meeting program thresholds, and submitted the residence permit application. Children were included in the application.
We are from Israel and wanted Greek residence permit for our entire family. BRIDGES informed us - we apply directly, Israeli passport has no restrictions. They included us and our children, and we obtained the residence permit. Greece now serves both as a leisure destination and as a backup option in the EU.
