Greece long-stay study visa (type D) from Algeria
Last verified: June 2026 (mfa.gr source)
Which visa do you need to study in Greece for more than 90 days from Algeria?
For studies of more than 90 days, you need a national long-stay visa (type D), preceded by admission to a recognised Greek institution. Sufficient funds are required (legal minimum ≈ €400/month, often more in practice — to confirm). On arrival, a residence permit is issued by the Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum. Note: OuiVisa assists the visa + enrolment; the residence permit is referred to a licensed adviser.
Official source: mfa.gr
At a glance
- Who for
- Studies > 90 days
- Document
- National long-stay visa (type D)
- Prerequisite
- Admission to a Greek institution
- Funds
- ≈ €400/month minimum (to confirm)
- D-visa fee
- Confirm on mfa.gr
- Residence permit
- On arrival (Ministry of Migration — referred to adviser)
- Submission in Algeria
- VFS Global / consulate (Algiers)
- Insurance
- Yes
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Admission letter from the Greek institution
- Proof of funds (≈ €400/month minimum)
- Proof of housing in Greece
- Health insurance
- Standard photo
- Diplomas and transcripts (legalised)
- Motivation letter / study plan
How to apply, step by step
- 1Get your admission
Acceptance letter from a recognised Greek institution.
- 2Arrange funds and housing
≈ €400/month minimum + proof of housing.
- 3Build the D-visa file
Legalised diplomas, insurance, study plan.
- 4Submit the national long-stay visa application
At VFS Global / the consulate in Algiers; fees to confirm.
- 5On arrival: residence permit
Residence step (Ministry of Migration) — referred to a licensed adviser.
Fees
| National long-stay visa (type D) | confirm on mfa.gr |
| Funds required | ≈ €400/month minimum |
| Health insurance | per insurer |
Indicative figures: funds ≈ €400/month (legal minimum, often more required), national D-visa fee to confirm on mfa.gr. The residence permit is an immigration matter (Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum); it is referred to a licensed adviser. Confirm on mfa.gr.
Frequently asked questions
Is admission required before the visa?
Yes: an admission letter from a recognised Greek institution is required before the long-stay visa application.
What funds must I prove?
A legal minimum of about €400/month; the practical amount required may be higher — to confirm.
Does OuiVisa handle the residence permit?
No. OuiVisa assists enrolment + the visa; the residence permit is referred to a licensed adviser.
Can I work while studying?
Student work is governed by Greek regulations — referred to a licensed adviser.
Where do I submit my application?
At VFS Global in Algiers (Ben Aknoun), the provider mandated by the Greek consulate; in-person submission (biometrics) is required.
Is visa approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Greek consulate's discretion; a OuiVisa partner agency prepares and tracks the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
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