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Our latest news for legal developments in Greece, covering the needs of investors, real estate buyers and sellers, corporations and visa seekers
The non-domiciled resident tax regime in Greece: a lucrative option for individuals
In December 2019, the Greek parliament adopted Law 4646/2019, which introduces for the first time the “non-dom” (non-domiciled resident) scheme to the Greek tax regime. The aim of this legislation is to formulate a complete legal framework and provide incentives in...
Establish a Family Office in Greece
Early in 2021, through Law 4778/2021, the Greek government set forward a provision introducing “Family Offices” (FO) in the Greek economic system. The aforementioned provision can be applied individually, as a means to assist Greek families already residing in Greece...
Financially Independent Person FIP Visa and Residence Permit for Investment Activity
The Immigration and Social Integration Code (Law 4251/2014) contains provisions that (1) allow for third-country individuals to reside in Greece provided that they have the financial means to support their stay; and that (2) facilitate the stay of third-country...
Retiring in Greece
Moving an entire life to another country is a life-changing event. A lot of things need to be taken into consideration and to each individual’ s decision the various factors will be weighted differently, in accordance to his priorities and interests. Due to the...
The Digital Visa for Digital Nomads in Greece
The Covid-19 pandemic has introduced new schemes of employment, making teleworking the new normal. Greece has read into this situation a golden opportunity to attract employees who wish to combine the friendly and warm environment of Greece with remote work. Hence,...
A brief introduction of Greek Company Law: A legal perspective
Greek Company Law has been recently modernized to meet the needs of contemporary businesses by providing a clear and complete regulatory framework, which works more as an enabler and a safeguard rather than a brake on economic growth. Indeed, from 2012 onwards, a grid...
Paths to Greek citizenship
The Greek Nationality Code (Law 3284/2004), as amended and in force, is the basic legal instrument covering the process through which one acquires the Greek citizenship. The primary principle applied is the ius sanguinis – meaning that a child of Greek mother and/or...
Is buying property in Greece a good investment? Available paths for income increase and capital growth
The real estate market in Greece has become a lucrative choice for investors, whether institutional or not, due to the collapse of the prices –more than 45% - as a result of the long lasting economic crisis. Prices have not reached pre-crisis levels, except for areas...
UK nationals travelling or seeking residency in Greece post – Brexit
UK and Greece have a long-standing relationship, going back to the founding stages of the Greek state. Economic ties are strong and Greece is both a touristic destination for UK citizens as well as a preferential business partner. UK’s decision to leave the EU did...