Greece Long-Stay Visa
Medical Certificate
for Greece Visa
UK citizens applying for a Greek long-stay visa must submit a Certificate of Good Health from an FCDO-registered GP. We issue yours online — accepted by Greek consulates in the UK.
FCDO-Registered GP
24–48 hr turnaround
IHR 2005 Compliant
100% online
Who Needs It
Which Greece visas require
a medical certificate?
Any UK citizen applying for a Greek Type D long-stay visa (over 90 days) must include a Certificate of Good Health. This applies to all the following visa categories.
Type D Long-Stay Visa
Greece’s main national long-stay visa for UK citizens planning to reside in Greece for more than 90 days for any purpose.
Digital Nomad Visa
Greece’s visa for remote workers employed outside Greece. The medical certificate is a required document in the standard application pack.
Retirement & Residency
For UK retirees relocating permanently to Greece who need to demonstrate good health as part of their long-stay visa application.
Work & Employment Visa
UK nationals taking up employment with a Greek company or working as self-employed require the certificate as part of their visa dossier.
Student Visa
For UK students enrolling in Greek universities or institutions for stays of more than 90 days under a Type D student visa category.
Family Reunification
Joining a spouse or family member residing legally in Greece. Each family member applying must obtain their own individual certificate.
Requirements
What the Greek consulate requires in your certificate
Our certificates are issued precisely to meet the requirements of the Greek Embassy in London and the Greek Consulate in Edinburgh.
1
FCDO-Registered GP Signature
The doctor must be pre-registered with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office — mandatory for the apostille legalisation step required by all Greek consulates.
2
IHR 2005 Compliance
Issued under International Health Regulations 2005, confirming you are free of conditions posing a public health risk, as required by Greek immigration authorities.
3
Exact Greek Consulate Wording
We use the precise phrasing and format accepted by the Greek Embassy in London and the Greek Consulate in Edinburgh.
4
GMC Number & Official Headed Paper
Must display the doctor’s GMC registration number and practice details on official headed notepaper — required for apostille eligibility.
5
Valid for 90 Days
Valid for 90 days from the date of issue — giving you time for apostille legalisation and a full visa application submission.
Order Your Certificate
One flat fee. FCDO-registered UK GP. Ready to apostille and submit to the Greek consulate.
£79
One-time fee per person
- FCDO-registered GP consultation
- Signed PDF — IHR 2005 format
- Greek consulate wording
- Ready to apostille & submit
- Delivered in 24–48 hours
- Valid for 90 days from issue
Process
From order to certificate
in four simple steps
1
Order & Complete Health Questionnaire
Fill in a short online health questionnaire. No appointment or clinic visit required. Takes under 10 minutes.
2
GP Reviews Your Case
An FCDO-registered, GMC-listed GP reviews your questionnaire and confirms you meet the IHR 2005 requirements for the Greek consulate.
3
Receive Your Signed Certificate by Email
Your PDF certificate arrives in 24–48 hours — signed on headed paper with the doctor’s GMC number and all required consulate details.
4
Apostille & Submit to the Greek Consulate
Get the certificate apostilled at the FCDO (approx. £30–50, 5–10 days), then include it in your Greek visa application pack.
FAQs
Greece visa certificate FAQs
Why can't my NHS GP issue the certificate?
Most NHS GPs are not registered with the FCDO. Greek consulates require the certificate to be apostilled, and apostille is only valid on documents signed by FCDO-registered doctors. Using an unregistered GP means your certificate will not be accepted.
What is the Greece Type D Visa?
The Type D visa is Greece’s national long-stay visa for non-EU nationals (including UK citizens post-Brexit) wishing to stay in Greece for more than 90 days. It covers retirement, work, study, family reunification, and digital nomad purposes.
Where do I apply for a Greece long-stay visa in the UK?
Applications are handled through the Greek Embassy in London or the Greek Consulate in Edinburgh. Some applications can also be submitted via approved visa application centres. Check the Greek Embassy website for the latest appointment availability.
Do I need a physical medical examination?
In most cases no. The certificate is issued based on your online health questionnaire and GP review. A physical examination is rarely required but may be requested in specific circumstances.
Is the Greece Digital Nomad Visa available to UK citizens?
Yes. Greece’s Digital Nomad Visa is open to UK citizens and requires a medical certificate, proof of remote employment or freelance income, and other financial documents. Our certificates use the exact wording required by the Greek consulate for this visa type.
Ready to move to Greece?
Get your Certificate of Good Health — issued by an FCDO- registered GP, accepted by Greek consulates, delivered in 24–48 hours.
FCDO-Registered · IHR 2005 · OFII Form Included · Same-Day PDF