OBS_VALUE: Under Article 13(1) of the Immigration Code (Law 5038/2023), it is prescribed that the initial duration of an entry & residence permit is 3 years, subject to special provisions. According to Article 177(10) of this Code, residence permits for independent economic activity valid at the entry into force of this legislation shall be renewed for three (3) years at a time. For an unofficial version of Law 5038/2023, see:  https://www.kodiko.gr/nomothesia/document/873766/nomos-5038-2023