41 articles found in Greece

Consumer Protection Remedies for International Tourists in Greece Key Takeaways Tourists facing canceled services, substandard accommodations, or fraudulent vendors in Greece have specific legal avenues to recover their funds. Taking...

Non-resident heirs have 12 months from the date of death (or the date a will is probated) to file an inheritance tax return in Greece. Greek law enforces "forced heirship,"...

Hire your own lawyer: A Greek notary public does not protect your interests. Notaries work for the state. You need an independent Greek real estate lawyer to run a title...

Protecting Greek Subsidiary Assets in Cross-Border Insolvency When an international parent company faces financial distress, its foreign subsidiaries are immediately placed in the line of fire. In Greece, managing the...

Contesting a Will in Greece: 2026 Cross-Border Inheritance FAQ Inheriting property across borders is rarely simple. When a family estate in Greece is contested, distance and foreign legal concepts make...

The legal framework governing the protection of primary residences in Greece has undergone substantial transformation during recent years, particularly following banking sector reforms, insolvency restructuring measures, and the modernization of...

The use of Bulgarian vehicle registration plates by individuals permanently residing in Greece has become an increasingly scrutinized legal and regulatory issue involving tax exposure, customs compliance, insurance validity, and...

Recent Greek jurisprudence continues to demonstrate increasing judicial scrutiny regarding the lawful limits of compulsory enforcement procedures and creditor conduct during auction proceedings. Court of Appeal Piraeus Decision 38/2025 represents...

The Tempi railway tragedy constitutes one of the most significant public liability and institutional accountability cases in modern Greek legal history. Beyond the immense human and social impact of the...

For foreign property owners, boundary overlaps, unrecorded deeds, or registry errors in Greece can quickly derail an investment. Resolving these disputes requires navigating a property system that is currently transitioning...

All legal entities registered in Greece must identify and register their Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) in the Central Register of Beneficial Owners (K.M.P.O.). A Beneficial Owner is defined as any...

Key Takeaways Greece’s main immigration law is Law 4251/2014 (Immigration and Social Integration Code), extensively amended by Law 5038/2023 and other acts. Most third-country nationals need a national visa (Type...

International Inheritance in Greece: A Guide for Foreign Heirs Non-resident heirs have exactly one year to renounce an inheritance if the estate includes debts. Greek "Forced Heirship" laws prevent immediate...

Three-Year Minimum Protection: All commercial leases in Greece are legally protected for a minimum of three years, regardless of what the written contract states. Stamp Duty vs. VAT: Commercial rentals...

Foreign investors must obtain a Greek Tax Identification Number (AFM) before any financial transaction or property reservation can occur. Mandatory legal due diligence requires a minimum 20-year title history check...

In Greece, debt collectors must follow Law 3758/2009: calls only Monday-Friday 09:00-20:00, not on weekends or holidays, no more than one contact every two days, and no contact for 10...

The Golden Visa investment threshold in high-demand areas like Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, and Santorini is €800,000 as of 2026. Digital Nomad Visa holders can benefit from a 50% income tax...

Act within 12 months: Foreign residents have exactly one year from the date of death or will publication to file their Greek inheritance tax return and avoid financial penalties. Forced...

Forced heirship rules: The Greek Civil Code guarantees a mandatory minimum share of an estate to close relatives, but expats can override this by explicitly choosing their national law in...

Protect your residency first: A developer dispute does not automatically cancel your Golden Visa. You must notify the Ministry of Migration and document the contract breach to keep your application...