Greece Benefits From Shift in Global Wealth Migration, Says Henley & Partners Report

Greece has emerged as one of the world’s most competitive destinations for wealthy individuals and investors seeking to relocate internationally, benefiting from recent changes to investment migration programs elsewhere in Europe, according to a new report by Henley & Partners.

The Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2026 places Greece among the world’s leading wealth mobility jurisdictions, with a score of 70.5 out of 100. The country ranks alongside Switzerland (70.8), Hong Kong (71.2) and Uruguay (71.8), while Singapore tops the list with 79.5.

The report attributes Greece’s strong performance in part to shifts in Europe’s investment migration landscape following Spain’s decision to close its Golden Visa program and Portugal’s move away from its real estate-linked investment route.

“When governments close established pathways for globally mobile wealth, demand does not disappear – it relocates,” the report notes.

Greece climbs the rankings

The Henley & Partners’ 2026 edition marks a significant evolution of the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report, introducing the Global Wealth Mobility Framework, a new analytical model developed with data and technical support from AlphaGeo.

The framework assesses jurisdictions across a range of factors, including tax treatment, rule of law, quality of life, geopolitical stability and capital mobility, producing a Wealth Mobility Competitiveness Score designed to measure their attractiveness to internationally mobile individuals and investment capital.

According to the report, Greece has emerged as one of the clearest beneficiaries of changing migration and investment patterns in Europe, strengthening its position as an attractive destination for internationally mobile capital and high-net-worth individuals.

Italy was identified as another strong European performer, supported by its flat-tax regime and Milan’s growing role as an international family office hub.

Global trends

The report also highlights growing pressure on some of Europe’s largest economies. The UK, Germany and France remain competitive destinations but face challenges linked to tax reforms, fiscal uncertainty and shifting policy environments.

Beyond Europe, the United States remains a major source market for residence and citizenship planning despite its position as the world’s largest wealth-creation economy. Applications from American nationals doubled in 2025 and remained elevated in 2026, with nearly half directed toward European programs.

The UAE recorded a significant increase in enquiries from residents exploring alternative residence and citizenship options.

According to Henley & Partners, this reflects contingency planning rather than relocation, as internationally mobile families seek greater flexibility and long-term resilience.

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