⚖️ Key Principles of Greek Inheritance Law
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Governed by both Greek Civil Code and EU Succession Regulation (650/2012)
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Applies to Greek assets and potentially foreign nationals residing in Greece
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Includes forced heirship rules — a portion of your estate must go to close relatives
đź“„ Wills and Succession Options
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Greek Will: Can be drafted and stored by a notary in Greece
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Foreign Will: Recognized if compliant with international and Greek law
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EU Citizens: Can choose the law of their nationality to apply to their entire estate
đź‘Ş Forced Heirship Explained
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A minimum share (legitime) goes to the spouse, children, and parents
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You cannot fully disinherit forced heirs
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The rest of the estate (free portion) can be distributed freely
đź’° Estate Tax in Greece
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Tax based on relationship to the deceased
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Group A (close relatives): Lower rates (up to 10%)
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Group B and C (distant or unrelated): Higher rates (up to 40%)
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Some exemptions apply for property used as a primary residence
🧑‍⚖️ Borderless Lawyers Inheritance Services
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Drafting and legal review of wills
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Estate administration and probate representation
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Cross-border inheritance and tax planning
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Legal protection for heirs and beneficiaries
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