Obtaining the Greek citizenship

The Consular Office can receive applications for obtaining the Greek citizenship submitted  only by : a) Applicants that have Greek origin and b) Applicants that have one ancestor who had Greek citizenship (Process for recognizing the Greek citizenship).   The Consular Office cannot receive applications for obtaining the Greek citizenship submitted  by applicants without Greek origin.

Please consult the website of the Ministry of Interior of the Hellenic Rebublic, so as to be informed thoroughly about the legislation concerning the Greek Citizeship and about the Code of Greek Citizenship (Law 3284/2004): http://www.ypes.gr/el/EidGramIthageneias/diefthinsi_ithageneiasNEW/nomoiNEW/

You could also consult the useful link of the Ministry of Interior of the Hellenic Rebublic: "Simplified instructions on the acquisition of Greek citizenship - How can I become a Greek citizen? "

http://www.ypes.gr/UserFiles/f0ff9297-f516-40ff-a70e-eca84e2ec9b9/HowCanIBecomeAGreekCitizen.pdf

For more information, you can arrange an appointment at the Consular Office, by sending an email to