N.U.in Semester Visa

It is your responsibility to obtain an appropriate visa, if necessary, prior to your arrival in Greece. Please check with your local Greek consular authority for the most updated visa requirements and processes.

Detailed information about your N.U.in location’s visa process will be provided in the spring preceding your fall program entry. If applicable, Northeastern or the host partner institution will provide the documentation needed. Please note that such information is intended as informational guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Global Experience Office staff cannot advise students or families concerning visa requirements and/or application processes.

The 2025 N.U.in Greece visa guide can be found here:

MOVE DOCUMENT * NUin Visa Guide Greece ACT 2024

Please read and ensure that you understand the following points regarding the visa process of your N.U.in location:

As N.U.in Greece is over 90 days, the majority of students will need to apply for a Greek National Visa. This includes US passport holders. EU/EEA passport holders do not require a visa in order to participate in N.U.in Greece.

Visa applications can be a process that takes time and effort on your part. We will assist you in navigating the steps you need to take over the summer months. Ultimately, it is your responsibility to secure your visa in a timely manner. This process can take several weeks or months depending on the consular authority you are applying through and the particulars of your situation.

Please note that you are responsible for any fees associated with the visa application including where necessary application fees, travel to the consular authority, acquiring specialized supporting documentation like a background check or medical certificate. We will guide you on the steps you will need to take in the coming months, so be sure to check your Northeastern email regularly. It is imperative that you are proactive in your visa application process and do not wait until the last minute to begin.

If you cannot obtain a valid visa in time for the program start date, please refer to the N.U.in Payment and Withdrawal Policy in your Application Status Check (posted in late spring) and contact the Global Experience Office to discuss next steps.

Passports

Prior to receiving detailed information in Spring 2025, please work on securing a valid passport as soon as possible. You must have a passport valid through at least July 2026, or six months after the end of your N.U.in program. We recommend applying for or renewing your passport as soon as possible if you do not already have a passport or if it will expire before July 2026. Please note that you will need to surrender your passport to the Embassy/Consulate (sometimes for 2-5 weeks or longer at a time) as part of the visa application process, which could impact your personal summer travel.

Non-US Students F-1 Visa Process

If you are an international student seeking information regarding your F-1 Visa process for studying in the United States for the spring semester, please refer to the Northeastern Office of Global Services.