A US citizen: Work Visa in Greece?

Question

As a US citizen what are the requirments to get a work visa in Greece, and how would I go about doing so?

Answer 1

hallo,
Work Permit
This permit is valid for the period of time stipulated by the length and nature of the employment contract and is ultimately determined by the Ministry of Labor in Greece. The applicant must find a sponsor who can apply for the applicant's employment at the Ministry of Labor. A work permit can only be issued in Greece.
PROCESSING TIME
The processing time for all visas is approximately 5 to 7 days.
Work Permit
NOTE: ONLY the Ministry of Labor can approve work permits.
The following documents must be submitted to the Ministry of Labor in Greece:
- Visa application form (Application must be made by the company who is employing the applicant. The company serves as a sponsor for the applicant)
- Valid passport of the applicant
- U.S. residents must submit a valid U.S. resident card
- One recent passport-size photograph of the applicant
- Proof of sufficient funds (such as bank statements, credit card statements, etc.)
- A written contract of employment from the company that states the nature and the length of employment
- Work permit fee
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
U.S. residents must contact the Consulate office to obtain additional information for visa requirements that are specific to their nationality. The applicant must appear in person for an interview at the consulate office located in the applicant's place of residence.
EXTENSIONS AND RENEWALS
Visas can be extended in Greece at the Alien Bureau. The applicant must have a very important reason for extending his/her stay in Greece.
BUSINESS ACTIVITY
Business activity may not commence without the possession of the required business visa or work permit.
use this link
http://greece.visahq.com/embassy/United-States

Answer 2

That is a difficult one. I have be looking for the same thing in other parts of Europe. Have some one offered you a job? Most other European countries require that you have a sponsor. Meaning that you found someone that is willing to give you a job.

Good luck on your search.

I was just doing some further research and found this web site that may be helpful.

http://www.diyexpat.com/country%20guide/greece.html