Property may qualify under the applicable framework, but current thresholds and eligibility requirements must be checked before purchase.
Guidance / Greece
Faq
Clear answers to questions about Greek property, inheritance, residence and cross-border obligations.
Golden Visa
Can buying property lead to a Golden Visa?
Can family members be included?
Qualifying family members may be able to obtain residence under the applicable framework.
Can I obtain a Golden Visa by buying property in Greece?
Property may qualify under the applicable framework, but the current threshold, property category and location must be checked before purchase.
Does a residence permit automatically make me Greek tax resident?
No. Immigration residence and tax residence are separate legal questions.
Should I choose a property before checking Golden Visa eligibility?
Where the purchase is intended to support a Golden Visa application, eligibility should be reviewed before becoming contractually committed.
Double Taxation Treaties
Can Greek rental income be affected by a tax treaty?
Potentially. The treatment depends on the relevant treaty and the individual’s circumstances.
Can I be taxed in both Greece and another country on the same income?
More than one jurisdiction may have a connection with the same income. The applicable treaty and domestic rules determine the position and any relief.
Can you coordinate with my accountant outside Greece?
Yes. Cross-border tax matters often require Greek legal analysis to be integrated with advice in the client’s home jurisdiction.
Does a tax treaty mean I do not have to file in Greece?
Not necessarily. Treaty relief and domestic filing obligations are separate questions.
Does Greece have double taxation treaties with other countries?
Greece has entered into tax treaties with multiple jurisdictions. Whether a treaty applies depends on the countries and facts involved.
Tax & Compliance
Can I have Greek obligations if I live abroad?
Yes. Property, Greek-source income or other interests may create continuing obligations in Greece.
How do double taxation treaties affect my position?
The answer depends on the relevant countries, the type of income and the individual’s tax residence.
Working With Us
Can you represent me in Greece without my being physically present?
In many matters, representation may be possible through an appropriately drafted Power of Attorney. The exact scope depends on the legal steps involved.
Can you work with my existing accountant, tax adviser or lawyer abroad?
Yes. Cross-border matters often benefit from coordination between Greek and foreign advisers.
Do I need to know which service I require before contacting you?
No. If your circumstances involve several areas — for example property, residence and taxation — they can be considered together.
Do you work with clients who live outside Greece?
Yes. A significant part of the practice involves clients who are based abroad but have property, family, investment or other legal connections with Greece.
Does submitting the contact form create a lawyer–client relationship?
No. A lawyer–client relationship is not created merely by submitting an enquiry.
Residency & Relocation
Does a residence permit automatically make me tax resident in Greece?
No. Immigration residence and tax residence are separate concepts.
What residence route is appropriate for moving to Greece?
It depends on nationality, family, income, investment plans and the intended purpose and duration of residence.
Real Estate
What does legal due diligence involve?
It may include title investigations, ownership history, registered rights, encumbrances, documentation and registration issues.