Taxomade Knowledge Hub
Everything you need to know about relocating, living, and working in Greece.
Selling Property in Greece as a Non-Resident: Taxes and Costs (2026)
Selling Greek property from abroad in 2026: the suspended 15% capital gains tax, seller costs, certificates, getting paid and tax in your home country.
Inheriting Property in Greece as a Foreigner: Tax, AFM and Deadlines (2026)
Greek inheritance tax for foreign heirs in 2026: categories A, B and C, the 9-month and 1-year deadlines, AFM, acceptance, costs and renouncing.
Greek Tax Return (E1) for Foreigners: Step by Step (2026)
How to file the Greek E1 tax return as a foreigner: who must file, E1/E2/E3, myAADE access, deadlines, the 4/3/2% discount, foreign income and fines.
Rental Income Tax in Greece for Foreign Property Owners (2026)
How Greece taxes rent from long-term leases and Airbnb in 2026: the 15–45% scale, form E2, ENFIA, short-term rental rules and tax credit at home.
Moving to Greece With a Greek Spouse or Partner: Tax Guide (2026)
Moving to Greece with a Greek spouse or partner? Tax residency, your own AFM, joint or separate returns, and registering as a freelancer in 2026.
Greek IKE vs Cyprus Ltd vs UAE Company for Founders (2026): Tax, Substance, Costs
Greek IKE, Cyprus Ltd or UAE company in 2026? Corporate tax, dividends, substance, audit and VAT compared, and why living in Greece changes the answer.
Germany–Greece Double Tax Treaty Explained (2026): Freelancers, Employees, Pensioners
The 1966 Germany–Greece tax treaty in practice: tie-breaker, the 183-day rule, freelancers, remote employees, pensions, rent, dividends and tax credits.
myDATA in Greece Explained for Freelancers and Small Businesses (2026)
myDATA in Greece explained: what AADE's digital books platform is, what you must report, MARK numbers, timing, e-invoicing and common mistakes.
Article 5C for Returning Greeks and the Diaspora (2026 Guide)
Article 5C for returning Greeks and the diaspora: the 5-of-6-year test, proving foreign tax residence with a Greek AFM, deadlines and who qualifies.
Greek Tax Deadlines Calendar 2026–2027 for Freelancers and Small Businesses
Greek tax deadlines 2026–2027: income tax return and instalments, VAT, VIES, EFKA, ENFIA, 5C/5B applications, e-invoicing and late-filing fines.
Moving to Greece from France: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from France to Greece: ending French tax residency, exit tax, the 2022 tax treaty, French pensions, social security and Greek setup.
Moving to Greece from Norway: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Norway to Greece: ending Norwegian tax residency, exit tax, the 1988 tax treaty, Norwegian pensions, social security and Greek setup.
Moving to Greece from Denmark: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Denmark to Greece: ending full tax liability, exit tax on shares, the 1989 tax treaty, Danish pensions, social security and Greek setup.
Moving to Greece from Ireland: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Ireland to Greece: ending Irish residence, split-year relief, ordinary residence, the 2003 treaty, pensions, PRSI and Greek setup.
Moving to Greece from Sweden: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Sweden to Greece: ending Swedish tax residency, no tax treaty since 2022, SINK on pensions, the 10-year rule, social security and Greek setup.
Moving to Greece from Belgium: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Belgium to Greece: ending Belgian residency, the new exit tax on financial assets, the 2004 treaty, pensions, social security and Greek setup.
Moving to Greece from Switzerland: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Switzerland to Greece: tax residence, the 1983 treaty, AHV and pension fund money, pillar 3a, health insurance and the Greek tax setup.
Moving to Greece from Austria: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Austria to Greece: ending Austrian tax residency, exit tax on shares and crypto, the 2007 treaty, pensions, social security and Greek setup.
Greece vs Cyprus vs Portugal vs Spain for Freelancers (2026 Comparison)
Greece, Cyprus, Portugal and Spain compared for freelancers in 2026: income tax, social security, newcomer tax regimes, nomad visas and VAT.
Moving to Greece from the US: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from the US to Greece: US filing abroad, FEIE vs foreign tax credit, FBAR, the 1950 treaty, Social Security, state tax and the Greek setup.
Moving to Greece from the Netherlands: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from the Netherlands to Greece: BRP deregistration, the M return, the 1981 treaty, AOW, pensions, exit tax and the Greek setup.
Retiring to Greece: the 7% Flat Tax (Article 5B) and What Else to Plan (2026)
Greece's 7% flat tax for foreign pensioners: who qualifies, the new 31 October deadline, a worked example, treaty pitfalls, residence and healthcare.
Hiring Your First Employee in Greece: Costs, ERGANI & EFKA (2026)
What it really costs to hire your first employee in Greece in 2026: employer EFKA, 14 salaries, ERGANI II, the digital work card and a worked example.
Moving to Greece from the UK: Tax, Residency and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from the UK to Greece: UK tax exit, the 1953 treaty, pensions, ISAs, National Insurance, visas and the Greek setup for freelancers and retirees.
AFM for Non-Resident Property Buyers in Greece (UK & US Guide, 2026)
How UK and US buyers get a Greek AFM remotely, what to file after buying (E9, ENFIA, rent), and the 15% transfer tax planned for non-EU buyers from 2027.
Moving to Greece from Germany: Tax and Setup Guide (2026)
Moving from Germany to Greece: deregistration, the year of departure, the 1966 tax treaty, social security, pensions and exit tax, plus the Greek setup.
Setting Up an IKE in Greece: Process and Annual Costs (2026 Guide)
How to form a Greek private company (IKE) in 2026, what it costs to set up and run each year, how it's taxed, and when it beats a sole proprietorship.
Freelancer Taxes in Greece: 2026 Overview (Income Tax, EFKA, VAT)
Greek freelancer taxes 2026: new income tax scale, EFKA from €250.77/month, VAT, the 55% advance tax and minimum income, with a worked example.
Already Living in Greece Without a Tax Setup? A 2026 Fix-It Checklist
Moved to Greece but never sorted out your taxes? Check tax residency, register your work, file late returns and see what the 2026 fines really are.
Switching Accountants in Greece: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
How to switch accountants in Greece without gaps: myAADE authorizations, what your old accountant must hand over, best timing and how long it takes.
E-Invoicing in Greece for Freelancers: What Changes From November 2026
E-invoicing in Greece for freelancers: mandatory from November 2, 2026. Which invoices are covered, timologio, declarations, deadlines and penalties.
Renting an Apartment in Greece as a Foreigner
Renting in Greece as a foreigner: AFM, deposits, the 3-year lease rule, AADE lease registration and the red flags that catch newcomers out.
VAT for Freelancers in Greece With Foreign Clients (2026 Guide)
Reverse charge, VIES registration, recapitulative statements and the €10,000 OSS threshold — how Greek VAT actually works when your clients are abroad.
How Much Does an Accountant Cost in Greece? (2026 Prices)
What accountants cost in Greece in 2026: €30–60/month local rates vs full-service bookkeeping, what drives the price and what is actually included.
English-Speaking Accountant in Greece: What to Look For (and the Red Flags)
How to choose an accountant in Greece as an international: the criteria that matter, red flags to avoid and five questions to ask up front.
Moving to Greece as a Freelancer: Timeline & Tax Deadlines
Greek freelancer tax calendar 2026: myDATA, monthly EFKA, VAT returns, EU recapitulative statements, the E1/E3 return and the 55% advance tax.
Article 5C vs. The Non-Dom Regime: Which Greek Tax Break is Right for You?
Article 5C (50% exemption) vs Article 5A (€100,000 non-dom flat tax): what each covers, 2026 deadlines, break-even, and who should pick which.
Greek Social Security (EFKA) for Freelancers in 2026: From About €160/Month
EFKA for freelancers in Greece in 2026: €250.77/month regular class, the €150.46 reduced class for new freelancers, what it covers, remote employees.
Top 5 Mistakes When Applying for Greece's 50% Tax Break (Article 5C)
Article 5C mistakes that cost expats Greece's 50% tax break: wrong start date, missing proof, IKE instead of sole trader, DNV, disguised employment.
How to Invoice Clients as a Greek Freelancer (Free AADE timologio Guide)
Invoicing as a freelancer in Greece with AADE's free timologio app: myDATA, MARK, VAT codes for foreign clients and the November 2026 e-invoicing rules.
Article 5C for Employees and Remote Workers in Greece (2026 Guide)
Article 5C for employees in Greece: who qualifies, Greek vs foreign employers, payroll withholding, deadlines and what happens if you change jobs.
How the 50% Tax Break Works (Article 5C)
Greece's Article 5C: 50% income tax exemption for 7 years if you move your tax residence here. Conditions, deadlines and how to apply in 2026.
Why the Digital Nomad Visa Rules Out the 50% Tax Break (Article 5C)
Why Digital Nomad Visa holders cannot use Greece's 50% Article 5C tax break, how DNV income is taxed, and the routes that do qualify.
The Hidden Costs of Moving to Greece: Translations, Apostilles, and the 55% Advance Tax
The 55% advance tax, apostilles, certified translations, GEMI fees and presumptive income: what moving to Greece as a freelancer really costs in 2026.
Athens vs. Thessaloniki vs. Islands: Where Should Digital Nomads Live?
Athens, Thessaloniki or Crete for remote work in 2026: rents per m², coworking, internet, transport, winters, and why your Greek taxes stay the same.
The True Cost of Living in Greece for Remote Workers
Monthly costs for remote workers in Greece in 2026: rent, food, utilities, transport, health insurance, EFKA and income tax, with realistic ranges.
Greece Digital Nomad Visa vs. Tourist Visa: What’s the Difference?
Schengen 90/180 short stay vs Greece Digital Nomad Visa: work rules, the 2026 consulate-only process, tax residency and why 5C doesn't apply.
Setting up as a Freelancer in Greece: The Complete Guide
What a new freelancer in Greece must set up: AFM and business start, EFKA from €150.46/month, myDATA invoicing, VAT and income tax rates for 2026.
Opening a Bank Account in Greece as a Non-Resident
The four major Greek banks, the documents you need, how to open a Greek IBAN remotely, and what banking costs in Greece in 2026.
Tax Residency in Greece: When Do You Actually Pay?
The 183-day rule, centre of vital interests, double tax treaties and Article 5C: when Greece actually taxes you as a resident.
Top 5 Mistakes When Applying for the Greek Digital Nomad Visa
Greece Digital Nomad Visa mistakes: applying from inside Greece, gross vs net income, document errors, Greek clients and the tax you still owe.
Greece Digital Nomad Visa: Requirements, Fees and Process (2026)
Greece Digital Nomad Visa in 2026: the €3,500 income rule, consulate-only applications, documents, fees, renewal and why the DNV excludes Article 5C.
What is an AFM Number in Greece and Why Do You Need It?
What the Greek tax number (AFM) is, when you need it, and how foreigners apply online through myAADE, with or without a representative.