Yes, you can. Speak in English, allmost everyone has at least basic knowledge of the English language.
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The southern suburbs are home to many expats, and really, living in, say, Glyfada., is much the same as living on an island. Many people speak English, and you rarely need to speak Greek. However, if you learn even a little Greek, you'll find that Greeks appreciate you trying to communicate in their language.
The following are the most common foreign languages spoken in Spain: English: 11.7% of the population speak English, while 0.42% call it their mother tongue. French: 5.85 % speak French, with 1.36% native speakers. Romanian: 2.78% of the population speak the language, and 2.69% call it their mother tongue.
All in all, you can expect to live comfortably on a budget of 2,000 Euro per month, which includes average monthly costs and rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center of Athens.
As a non-EU citizen moving to Greece, you will need to get a D visa, also known as a National Visa (long-stay). This type of visa is required for all non-EU citizens that want to reside in Greece for the long term.
The largest and most southerly of the Greek islands, Crete offers an excellent year-round climate, making it one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations and also the biggest market for British buyers in Greece.
Many UK expats already call Crete their home. The northern part of the island with the most populated areas is the most popular for expats, but there are expats living throughout Crete. The cost of shopping in the local markets is very affordable, and consumer goods are competitively priced.
Citizens. If you wish to stay in Greece for longer than 90 days within a 180-day period, you should apply for a visa at Greek Embassy or Greek Consulate prior to your arrival in Greece. Visas may be issued for property owners, students, employment, athletes, coaches, etc.
If you are planning to move to Greece and work, you may need a visa. Read the Greek government's guidance on working in Greece as a foreign national and how to get a visa. To apply for a job you may need to provide a UK criminal records check.
Public Healthcare in Greece. The Greek Healthcare System is called ESY, and it provides free healthcare to all the citizens and residents of Greece. Additionally, you are eligible for this healthcare system even if you are an expat, EU citizen, or unemployed.
Greek can be a slightly challenging language to learn. For English speakers, it's certainly going to be more difficult than languages like French, German and Spanish, but much easier than languages like Mandarin or Korean.