50 articles found in Greece

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...

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...

Tech companies operating in Greece must comply with Law 4624/2019, which supplements the EU GDPR with specific local requirements for employment and criminal data. The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA)...

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...

Mandatory Initial Session (MAS): Under Greek Law 4640/2019, most commercial disputes with a value exceeding €30,000 must undergo a mandatory initial mediation session before proceeding to court. Enforceability: A mediation...

Greek courts generally have jurisdiction if Greece is the "habitual residence" of both spouses, regardless of their nationality. Consensual divorce is the fastest route, finalized before a notary public in...

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...

Digital Compliance: The Digital Work Card (Ergani II) is now mandatory for most Greek sectors, requiring real-time reporting of working hours to avoid heavy fines. Probationary Limits: New legislation has...

The Out-of-Court Workout (OCW) is a purely digital process conducted through a specialized platform to settle debts with banks, the State, and social security funds. Successful applications grant a 90-day...

The Out-of-Court Workout (OCW) is a digital platform designed to restructure debts exceeding €10,000 owed to the Greek State, social security funds, and financial institutions. Eligible businesses can secure up...

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...

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...

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...

Cross-Border Inheritance Disputes in Greece Explained The EU Succession Regulation (Brussels IV) allows foreign nationals to bypass Greek forced heirship by electing to apply the inheritance laws of their home...

Structuring Commercial Real Estate Investments in Greece Greece recently updated its Golden Visa requirements, raising the minimum real estate investment to €800,000 in prime areas and €400,000 in remaining regions...

Law 4864/2021 governs the "Fast Track" process, providing legal certainty and expedited licensing for large-scale projects in Greece. Strategic investments can benefit from a 12-year tax stability guarantee, protecting the...

Dual-Tier Thresholds: As of 2026, the minimum investment is €800,000 in high-demand areas (Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini) and €400,000 in the rest of Greece. Surface Area Requirements: To qualify for...

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,"...

You have exactly 30 days from the date of your official rejection notice to file an administrative appeal, known in Greece as a "Therapeia." Most rejections stem from incomplete financial...

Greece Golden Visa Property Purchases: Dispute Prevention Guide The Greek Golden Visa investment thresholds recently increased, requiring an €800,000 minimum in premium areas like Athens and Thessaloniki, and €400,000 in...