{"id":13628,"date":"2024-06-29T13:24:39","date_gmt":"2024-06-29T10:24:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/?page_id=13628"},"modified":"2026-04-03T17:29:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T14:29:51","slug":"international-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/international-students","title":{"rendered":"International Students Support Unit"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:34;line-height:1.47;\">International Students Support Unit<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-tabs fusion-tabs-1 clean vertical-tabs icon-position-left mobile-mode-accordion\" style=\"--awb-title-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-title-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-title-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-title-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-alignment:start;--awb-inactive-color:#faf9f8;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-border-color:#ede8e8;--awb-active-border-color:#1e3d61;\"><div class=\"nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"active\" role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-446f3a6ff18fb4d21e8\" aria-selected=\"true\" id=\"fusion-tab-ourmission\" href=\"#tab-446f3a6ff18fb4d21e8\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">Our Mission<\/h4><\/a><\/li><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-b09d817c7a52c9059e4\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"fusion-tab-comingtogreece\" href=\"#tab-b09d817c7a52c9059e4\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">Coming to Greece<\/h4><\/a><\/li><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-28bbf9e3e7c0bee944e\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"fusion-tab-duringyourstay\" href=\"#tab-28bbf9e3e7c0bee944e\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">During your stay<\/h4><\/a><\/li><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-cce39e0a6c02c08ab53\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"fusion-tab-faq&#039;s\" href=\"#tab-cce39e0a6c02c08ab53\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">FAQ's<\/h4><\/a><\/li><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-eda2bfd8536a52ccd60\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"fusion-tab-bookanappointment\" href=\"#tab-eda2bfd8536a52ccd60\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">Book an Appointment<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-content\"><div class=\"nav fusion-mobile-tab-nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"active\" role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-446f3a6ff18fb4d21e8\" aria-selected=\"true\" id=\"mobile-fusion-tab-ourmission\" href=\"#tab-446f3a6ff18fb4d21e8\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">Our Mission<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-pane fade fusion-clearfix in active\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-labelledby=\"fusion-tab-ourmission\" id=\"tab-446f3a6ff18fb4d21e8\">\n<h3>Our Mission<\/h3>\n<div class=\"fusion-alert alert general alert-info fusion-alert-center fusion-alert-capitalize awb-alert-native-link-color alert-dismissable awb-alert-close-boxed\" role=\"alert\"><div class=\"fusion-alert-content-wrapper\"><span class=\"alert-icon\"><i class=\"awb-icon-info-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-alert-content\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">The International Students Support Office does not respond to inquiries related to admissions procedures. For any such questions, please contact the Admissions Office at admissions@ihu.edu.gr.<\/span><\/span><\/div><button type=\"button\" class=\"close toggle-alert\" data-dismiss=\"alert\" aria-label=\"Close\">&times;<\/button><\/div>\n<p>The mission of the International Students Support Unit is to guide all our international students through their student journey here in Thessaloniki from assisting with the formalities in Greek public bodies up to supporting them associate with academic and social life at the International Hellenic University.<\/p>\n<p>Our unit is responsible for<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"elementToProof\">Supporting\u00a0 in the process of concluding contracts that facilitate the granting of residence permits for study purposes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"elementToProof\">Supporting the applicants for student visas in their communication with the Greek consular authorities and in their application for a Greek residence permit within 90 days of their arrival in Greece, as well as in their communication with the relevant public authorities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"elementToProof\">Assisting international students in settling in the country, such as choosing accommodation, arranging health insurance, applying for a tax identification number, opening a bank account\u00a0 \u00a0and other procedures related to public services, energy and telephone providers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"elementToProof\">Liaising with the relevant services of the International Hellenic University to meet the needs of international students and assist them with any other issues that may arise during their studies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"elementToProof\">Facilitating\u00a0and contributing\u00a0to the social integration of international students\u00a0in Greece\u00a0and in the academic community.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\"><strong>CONTACT DETAILS\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Postal Address:\u00a014th km Thessaloniki-N.Moudania |\u00a057001 Thermi, Greece<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Telephone:\u00a02310 807 501<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">E-mail:\u00a0 <a href=\"mailto:isso@ihu.gr\">isso@ihu.gr<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"nav fusion-mobile-tab-nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs\" role=\"tablist\"><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-b09d817c7a52c9059e4\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"mobile-fusion-tab-comingtogreece\" href=\"#tab-b09d817c7a52c9059e4\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">Coming to Greece<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-pane fade fusion-clearfix\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-labelledby=\"fusion-tab-comingtogreece\" id=\"tab-b09d817c7a52c9059e4\">\n<h3>Visa requirements<\/h3>\n<p>First off, you\u2019re going to need a Type-D visa application form (attached to the \u201cUseful Documents\u201d). This form needs to be printed out, completed, signed, and dated. Besides this form you\u2019ll also need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Passport, with at least two blank pages. The passport shall have been issued within the previous ten years. The passport shall be valid for at least three months after the intended date of your departure from the Schengen area or, in the case of multiple trips, until the date on which you plan to depart after<br \/>\nyour final stay.<\/li>\n<li>Two (2) Passport photos in accordance with specifications.<\/li>\n<li>Proof of travel and hotel reservations to Greece and of return.<\/li>\n<li>Adequate and valid travel medical insurance to cover any expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and\/or emergency hospital treatment or death, during their stay in Greece. The minimum coverage should be for \u20ac30.000.<\/li>\n<li>Certificate of criminal record issued by the authorities of your country of origin.<\/li>\n<li>Medical certificate from a recognized state or private body, which shows that you do not suffer from a disease that poses threats to public health (attached to the &#8220;Useful Documents&#8221;).<\/li>\n<li>A Visa fee of 90 Euros.<\/li>\n<li>A cover letter. A personal letter in which you explain why you are applying to visit Greece, how long you plan to stay, when will you leave and other details.<\/li>\n<li>Proof of civil status. This could be a marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Finally, because you are applying for a Study Visa to Greece, you also need to provide the following:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>An official acceptance letter from your chosen University in Greece, which must be an institution certified by the Greek Ministry of Education.<\/li>\n<li>A certification that the applicant has the income to cover living expenses for the duration of studies. If you have received a scholarship for your studies you need to provide proof of it.<\/li>\n<li>Receipt for payment of enrolment fees, where applicable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to contact the Greek Embassy in your country, or consult the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, for a detailed list of the documents required for a student visa and information about how to submit your application.<\/p>\n<p>The University does not participate in arranging visa appointments at the Greek Consular Authorities on behalf of applicants.<\/p>\n<h4>Useful documents<\/h4>\n<ol start=\"1\" data-editing-info=\"{\" data-listchain=\"__List_Chain_49\">\n<li>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Application_for_visa_D.doc\">Application for Visa<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Medical_Certificate_for_visa_D.doc\">Medical Certificate for Visa<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/SOLEMN_DECLARATION_eng.docx\">Solemn declaration (eng)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>More information about the Greek Missions around the world can be found\u00a0<a id=\"OWA28db4b56-d839-0a59-ff2e-e4bf39ac7f77\" class=\"OWAAutoLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mfa.gr\/en\/appendix\/greece-bilateral-relations\/a.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/\u039a\u03a9\u0394\u0399\u039a\u0391\u03a3_\u039c\u0395\u03a4\u0391\u039d\u0391\u03a3\u03a4\u0395\u03a5\u03a3\u0397\u03a3_\u039d\u039f\u039c\u039f\u03a3_5038-2023.pdf\">The new Greek Migration Code in Greek (Law 5038\/2023)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><div class=\"nav fusion-mobile-tab-nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs\" role=\"tablist\"><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-28bbf9e3e7c0bee944e\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"mobile-fusion-tab-duringyourstay\" href=\"#tab-28bbf9e3e7c0bee944e\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">During your stay<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-pane fade fusion-clearfix\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-labelledby=\"fusion-tab-duringyourstay\" id=\"tab-28bbf9e3e7c0bee944e\">\n<h3>During your stay<\/h3>\n<div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:0px;--awb-icon-size:25px;--awb-content-font-size:15px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#e7e4e2;--awb-background-color:#e8e8e8;--awb-divider-color:#e7e4e2;--awb-divider-hover-color:#e7e4e2;--awb-icon-color:#f09a3e;--awb-title-color:#007193;--awb-content-color:#1c3f65;--awb-icon-box-color:#333333;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#9e9e9e;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:700;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:15px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:400;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-13628-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-623ef8f0c80d86165 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_623ef8f0c80d86165\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"623ef8f0c80d86165\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#623ef8f0c80d86165\" href=\"#623ef8f0c80d86165\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Getting a Greek mobile SIM card<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"623ef8f0c80d86165\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_623ef8f0c80d86165\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">During your stay in Greece, it may be wise to have a local SIM card, which offers lower costs for high-speed data and calls, better coverage and avoids high roaming charges.<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">The mobile network in Greece is dominated by three main operators: Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova. Each of these offers competitive rates for students and excellent coverage throughout the country, including many of the islands, while all three have numerous outlets in major and smaller cities.<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Sim cards can also be ordered online and delivered by post, although you will need a Greek address and an available Greek mobile number to verify the order.<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Visit the following links for special student deals<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whatsup.gr\/student\/foitites\/kartokinito\">https:\/\/www.whatsup.gr\/student\/foitites\/kartokinito<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vodafonecu.gr\/foitites\/foititika-paketa\/?i_source=tile&amp;i_medium=banner&amp;i_owner=mk-cu&amp;i_name=20250908-foititika-paketa\">https:\/\/www.vodafonecu.gr\/foitites\/foititika-paketa\/?i_source=tile&amp;i_medium=banner&amp;i_owner=mk-cu&amp;i_name=20250908-foititika-paketa<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.f2g.gr\/\">https:\/\/www.f2g.gr\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-0159be4aa6957808a fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_0159be4aa6957808a\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"0159be4aa6957808a\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#0159be4aa6957808a\" href=\"#0159be4aa6957808a\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Residents Permit<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"0159be4aa6957808a\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_0159be4aa6957808a\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>EU citizens and students from Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein do not have to apply for a residence permit, as they are entitled to the right of free movement within Greece.<\/p>\n<p>If you are a non-European (third country) national, you must hold a student visa (visa D 1.1) from the Greek embassy in your country of origin before entering Greece and then obtain a student residence permit before the visa expires. The application for a student residence permit is submitted online at <a href=\"https:\/\/applications.migration.gov.gr\/en\/metanasteusi\/\">https:\/\/applications.migration.gov.gr\/en\/metanasteusi\/<\/a> with the assistance of our Unit, it is issued by the competent Immigration Service of the Decentralised Administration of Central Macedonia and Thrace and is granted by decision of the Coordinator of the Decentralised Administration Macedonia and Thrace.<\/p>\n<p>IMPORTANT: Please note that the application must be fully completed before your visa expires and must be accompanied by the following supporting\u00a0 documents:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Four (4) recent colour photographs in physical form and on passport format (4&#215;6), as well as in digital format on an optical disc (CD) in JPEG2000 graphic format.<\/li>\n<li>Photocopy of all pages of a valid passport or travel document recognized by Greece. (In the event that the place of birth (city) is not listed in your passport, you must provide an official public document of your country of birth or origin which must be officially translated and legally certified).<br \/>\nIMPORANT : Please note that the copy of all pages of your passport must be certified by a Greek lawyer.<\/li>\n<li>Valid entry Visa.<\/li>\n<li>Electronic fee (e-paravolo) of 150 \u20ac (for the issuance of the e-paravolo it is mandatory to have a valid TIN\/AFM number otherwise the e-paravolo, code 2107, is issued by the KEPs and it can be paid at any bank or post office.<\/li>\n<li>Electronic fee(e-paravolo) of \u20ac16 for the cost of a &#8220;self-billing document card&#8221; (eparavolo code 2119).<\/li>\n<li>Confirmation of enrolment and payment of fees to IHU.<\/li>\n<li>Evidence that the student has sufficient resources to cover the costs of study and living expenses. The amount of sufficient resources for the period of validity of the residence permit is set at a minimum of \u20ac650 per month, and can be evidenced by a savings account in a greek institutional bank or a scholarship.<\/li>\n<li>Proof of health insurance coverage at the time of submitting the application (as described in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/11\/\u03a3\u03a5\u039d\u039f\u039b\u039f_\u0391\u03a0\u0391\u0399\u03a4\u0397\u03a3\u0395\u03a9\u039d_\u0399\u0391\u03a4\u03a1\u039f\u03a6\u0391\u03a1\u039c._\u0391\u03a3\u03a6\u0391\u039b\u0399\u03a3\u0397\u03a3_\u0393\u0399\u0391_\u0395\u039a\u0394\u039f\u03a3\u0397_\u0391\u0394\u0395\u0399\u0391\u03a3_\u03a0\u0391\u03a1\u0391\u039c\u039f\u039d\u0397\u03a3_-_KYA_53821_14.pdf\">Joint Ministerial Decision No. 53821\/21-10-2014<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-663455f9ff94b211a fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_663455f9ff94b211a\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"663455f9ff94b211a\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#663455f9ff94b211a\" href=\"#663455f9ff94b211a\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Issuing a Tax Identification Number (AFM)<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"663455f9ff94b211a\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_663455f9ff94b211a\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\nAs soon as you arrive in Greece you have\u00a0 to obtain a Tax Identification Number (AFM in Greek), which is required for several necessary formalities, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Signing a house rental contract<\/li>\n<li>Opening a bank account<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can apply for the AFM number and the Authentication Key on the \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www1.aade.gr\/aadeapps3\/myaade\/#!\/myklidarithmos_en\">AADE<\/a>\u00a0website by submitting the following documents<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Identity documents such as a valid passport, Special identity card for persons of Greek origin etc., if applicable.<\/li>\n<li>Valid residence permit or the information proving that you are legally residing in Greece in accordance with the legislation in force.<\/li>\n<li>Marriage certificate\/cohabitation agreement if the applicant is married. If the marriage took place outside Greece, the certificate must be officially authenticated and translated (more information on the procedure\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/authforeigndocs\">here<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Before applying for a Tax Identification Number (AFM) in Greece, it is essential to establish a connection with a Greek SIM card provider. This ensures that the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) can contact you during and after the issuance process, primarily to send one-time passwords (OTP).<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, when completing your application, select &#8220;Abroad&#8221; as your country of residence and provide your permanent address in your home country.<\/p>\n<p>Should you require any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our team will be happy to support you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-3bb7d7f9c098ae648 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_3bb7d7f9c098ae648\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"3bb7d7f9c098ae648\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#3bb7d7f9c098ae648\" href=\"#3bb7d7f9c098ae648\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Opening a Bank Account<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"3bb7d7f9c098ae648\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_3bb7d7f9c098ae648\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>A bank account in a Greek institutional bank with a minimum deposit of \u20ac650 is required if you wish to apply for a residence permit in Greece.<\/p>\n<p>You can open a bank account either online or in person. You can make an appointment to open an account at a bank in your area.<\/p>\n<p>The largest and oldest banks in Greece are National Bank of Greece, Alpha Bank, Eurobank, Piraeus Bank.<\/p>\n<p>The most common documents required for your application are as follows:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Proof of Identity <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>(Valid passport or national identity card (for EU citizens).<\/li>\n<li>Non-EU citizens will generally need a valid passport and a residence permit or visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> Proof of Address<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>A recent utility bill (electricity, water, phone) showing your name and address.<\/li>\n<li>Lease or rental agreement.<\/li>\n<li>Bank statement from another bank with your address listed.<\/li>\n<li>Tax document or certificate showing your permanent address.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Tax Identification Number (AFM)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>A Greek Tax Identification Number (AFM) is required for both residents and non-residents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> Proof of Employment or Income<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>This might include a work contract, certificate of studies, salary slips, pension documents, or other proof of income.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please note that foreign public documents can be accepted by Greek banks, but they must first be validated and officially translated into Greek. For more information on how to validate and translate foreign documents \u00a0please see\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/authforeigndocs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/authforeigndocs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/authforeigndocs<\/a> .<\/p>\n<p>These are general requirements and may vary slightly based on the type of account or your residency status. Please check directly with the bank for the most accurate and updated list of required documents.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-a746546a885e18c8b fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_a746546a885e18c8b\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"a746546a885e18c8b\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#a746546a885e18c8b\" href=\"#a746546a885e18c8b\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Greek language courses<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"a746546a885e18c8b\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_a746546a885e18c8b\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\nAt the International Hellenic University, free Greek language courses are provided for international students enrolled at the University, to support their integration into academic and everyday life in Greece. The courses last for one semester, with 2 hours of instruction per week. Upon successful completion, students receive a certificate.<\/p>\n<p>For further information and registration, please contact the International Students Support Unit (2310-807501, <a href=\"mailto:isso@ihu.gr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">isso@ihu.gr<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"nav fusion-mobile-tab-nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs\" role=\"tablist\"><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-cce39e0a6c02c08ab53\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"mobile-fusion-tab-faq&#039;s\" href=\"#tab-cce39e0a6c02c08ab53\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">FAQ's<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-pane fade fusion-clearfix\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-labelledby=\"fusion-tab-faq&#039;s\" id=\"tab-cce39e0a6c02c08ab53\">\n<h3>FAQ&#8217;s<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Do I need a visa to study \u00a0in Greece?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All incoming students from non-EU countries must apply for Visa at the Greek Embassy\/Consulate in their country, before their arrival for studies in Greece. Students should submit the Letter of Acceptance issued by IHU after completing their application\u2019s evaluation procedure to the Embassy\/Consulate.<\/p>\n<p>Please keep in mind that a visa may take up to 3 months to be issued.\u00a0 So plan your\u00a0 trip to Greece early and gather the required documents as seen on our ISSO webpage <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/international-students#comingtogreece\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I work during my studies? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, as long as you have completed your enrollment, and you have a valid residence permit for studies (for non-European citizens) you can work part-time anywhere in Greece.<\/p>\n<p>According to the law\u00a0 N.5275\/2026 article Nr 30 :\u00a0 &#8220;<em>&#8230;.Third-country nationals who have been granted a residence permit for study purposes of type \u201cH.1\u201d are allowed to work only under a <b>part-time employment regime<\/b>, outside their study hours, in accordance with the provisions set out in the relevant regulations governing part-time employment. In any case, the number of working hours, according to the first paragraph, <b>may not exceed twenty (20) hours per week<\/b>.<\/em>&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are there students\u2019 residences at the university?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are currently no residence halls. IHU&#8217;s International Students Support Unit is here to help you with your accommodation queries (e.g. housing search platforms, housing contract process, etc.).<\/p>\n<p><strong>How can I get information on tuition fees and financial issues?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please note that issues related to finance, money and fees do not fall under the International Students Support Unit, so please make sure that you contact the correct team for prompt response. Detailed information on enrollment and scholarships is provided separately on each of the offered Master\u2019s Programmes webpage, which \u00a0can be found on the University\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihu.gr\/ucips\/postgraduate-programmes\">main website here. <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"nav fusion-mobile-tab-nav\"><ul class=\"nav-tabs\" role=\"tablist\"><li role=\"presentation\"><a class=\"tab-link\" data-toggle=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"tab-eda2bfd8536a52ccd60\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"-1\" id=\"mobile-fusion-tab-bookanappointment\" href=\"#tab-eda2bfd8536a52ccd60\"><h4 class=\"fusion-tab-heading\">Book an Appointment<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"tab-pane fade fusion-clearfix\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-labelledby=\"fusion-tab-bookanappointment\" id=\"tab-eda2bfd8536a52ccd60\">\n<p>If you wish to arrange an in-person visit to the International Student Support Unit, please ensure you have read all the information on this page first. 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