The legal framework of work permits for third-country nationals in Greece
The basic legislation concerning the entry and work of third-country nationals (i.e. outside the EU) in Greece is Law 4251/2014 - "Immigration Code".
- The process of determining the number of people admitted for work. The application for transfer of third country nationals for dependent or seasonal work. Application for transfer of third country nationals, especially for fishermen. Issuance and renewal of a “special purpose” residence permit for: i. Board members, shareholders, managers, legal representatives and senior executives (general managers, directors) of companies, ii. Employees in companies, based on special international agreements, iii. Managers, business and technical executives of companies engaged in marine exploration, drilling and extraction of fossil fuels, iv. Technicians employed in industries or mines, v. Athletes and sport coaches, vi. Intellectual creators producing works of intellectual content, in particular authors, literary artists, theatre and cinema directors, painters, sculptors, actors, musicians, singers, choreographers and set designers, vii. Officials of any known religion, viii. Foreign correspondents, ix. Members of foreign archaeological schools.
- Council Directive 2009/50/EC on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals for the purposes of highly qualified employment.