Greece
Acquisition Advisory
Navigating the Greek Market
Athens, the Aegean islands, and Crete offer different property settings and rules. Compare recent local sales, check permitted rental use and documented income for the specific property, and obtain independent advice before projecting returns or considering a residency-by-investment route.
We coordinate the complete acquisition process: AFM tax number registration, legal due diligence, notarial completion, and post-purchase utility and registration setup. For island purchases and rural land, we add an additional layer of title verification given the complexity of Greek land registry.
What We Help Acquire
- • Residential properties and apartments (Athens, Thessaloniki)
- • Island villas and vacation homes (Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, Corfu)
- • Commercial and hospitality assets (boutique hotels, B&Bs)
- • Land and development plots with verified title
Key Process Notes
AFM (Tax Number)
Required for all property transactions in Greece. We assist foreign buyers in obtaining the Arithmos Forologikou Mitroou (AFM) from the Greek tax authority early in the process.
Land Registry Due Diligence
Greece's land registry (Ktimatologio) is still being modernised. For rural, island, and older urban properties, we coordinate additional title searches to confirm clear title and identify any encumbrances.
The Notary
All Greek property transfers require a licensed notary. The notary drafts and registers the purchase contract — we ensure your interests are protected before any deed is signed.
Golden Visa
Residency-by-investment requirements depend on the route, location and qualifying property; an ordinary residential purchase does not automatically qualify. Check current official guidance and obtain independent advice from a Greek immigration lawyer before relying on eligibility or a threshold.
Our team is especially positioned to support clients from the Caspian region, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia who are seeking a structured, multilingual route into the Greek property market.