Yes — you can legally buy property in Greece without traveling, by authorizing a local lawyer through a Power of Attorney (POA).
This is ideal for non-EU buyers who can’t visit Greece but still want to invest, retire, or secure a holiday home. At Borderless Lawyers, we regularly help clients from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Israel, and beyond purchase property in Greece remotely.
🧾 What Is a Power of Attorney (POA) in Greece?
A Power of Attorney (πληρεξούσιο) is a notarized legal document that authorizes someone — usually your lawyer — to act on your behalf for specific legal tasks.
For property purchases, it allows your lawyer to:
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Get your Greek tax number (AFM)
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Open a Greek bank account
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Sign the preliminary and final contracts
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Pay transfer taxes and fees
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Register the property with the Land Registry / Cadastre
✅ A Greek POA can be issued either in Greece or abroad.
✍️ How to Issue a Power of Attorney from Abroad
Option 1: At a Greek Consulate
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Visit the nearest Greek consulate
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Bring your passport
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Sign the POA before a Greek officer
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The POA is immediately valid in Greece
Option 2: With a Local Notary (Apostilled)
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Sign the POA at a notary in your country
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Get it apostilled under the Hague Convention
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Send the document to Greece by courier or digitally
📌 We’ll draft the bilingual POA text for you in Greek and English.
📃 Typical Powers Included in a Real Estate POA
Authorized Action | Purpose |
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Obtain AFM | Tax registration in Greece |
Open bank account | To pay taxes and receive utilities |
Perform due diligence | Property verification |
Sign purchase contract | With seller and notary |
Pay taxes and fees | Transfer tax, notary, registry |
Register title | With Cadastre and Land Registry |
Represent before authorities | Tax office, municipal services |
🏠 Full Step-by-Step: Buying Remotely with a POA
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Consult with Borderless Lawyers
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We send you a custom POA draft
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You sign the POA at a consulate or local notary
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Send us the signed and legalized POA
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We complete:
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Property checks
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AFM + bank account
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Contract negotiation
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Tax payment
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Notarial deed signing
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Title registration
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We send you a full dossier, keys, and ownership certificates
💡 Benefits of Buying Remotely with POA
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✅ No need to travel to Greece
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✅ Avoids delays due to scheduling
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✅ Safe for retirees, busy professionals, or overseas investors
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✅ Fully legal and recognized under Greek law
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✅ Supported by international agreements (apostille, consular law)
🎯 You remain 100% legal owner — your lawyer cannot transfer or resell without specific written authorization.
🔒 Risks of Unclear or Improper POAs
A vague or poorly translated POA can cause:
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❌ Rejection by banks or authorities
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❌ Invalid title registration
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❌ Notarial refusal to proceed
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❌ Delay or loss of property reservation
That’s why Borderless Lawyers prepares all POAs in correct legal Greek and files them directly with relevant offices.
🏦 Can You Also Handle Bank Accounts Remotely?
Yes. We open your Greek bank account via POA, submitting:
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Passport + AFM
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Source of funds documents
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Proof of address and occupation
We also coordinate wire transfers and confirm fund arrival for closing.
🌐 Common Countries Where Clients Issue POAs Remotely
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🇺🇸 United States
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🇨🇦 Canada
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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🇦🇺 Australia
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🇮🇱 Israel
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🇸🇦 UAE
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🇧🇷 Brazil
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🇿🇦 South Africa
We provide country-specific POA guidance depending on local consular procedures and apostille requirements.
💼 Why Foreign Buyers Trust Borderless Lawyers
We provide end-to-end remote real estate support:
✅ Draft, notarize, and legalize POA
✅ Carry out full legal due diligence
✅ Coordinate with notaries, sellers, and banks
✅ Sign all contracts in your name
✅ Register your ownership with official bodies
✅ Handle ENFIA, tax declarations, and future resale
📦 All completed without you needing to visit Greece.
❓ FAQ – Buying Real Estate Remotely in Greece
Q: Is a scanned POA enough?
A: No. You must send an original signed and legalized POA for it to be accepted.
Q: Can the POA be limited to just one property?
A: Yes. We customize the POA scope based on your instructions.
Q: Is POA revocable?
A: Yes — you can revoke it at any time by written notice and notarial act.
🏡 Own in Greece Without Getting on a Plane
Buying a Greek home or investment shouldn’t require taking time off, flying overseas, or worrying about bureaucracy. Let Borderless Lawyers handle everything — remotely, securely, and professionally.
👉 Book your remote purchase consultation now and start your property journey in Greece today.