Introduction: Can You Buy Greek Property Without Being There?

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:

  • Get your Greek tax number (AFM)

  • Open a Greek bank account

  • Sign the preliminary and final contracts

  • Pay transfer taxes and fees

  • 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

  • Visit the nearest Greek consulate

  • Bring your passport

  • Sign the POA before a Greek officer

  • The POA is immediately valid in Greece

Option 2: With a Local Notary (Apostilled)

  • Sign the POA at a notary in your country

  • Get it apostilled under the Hague Convention

  • 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
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

  1. Consult with Borderless Lawyers

  2. We send you a custom POA draft

  3. You sign the POA at a consulate or local notary

  4. Send us the signed and legalized POA

  5. We complete:

    • Property checks

    • AFM + bank account

    • Contract negotiation

    • Tax payment

    • Notarial deed signing

    • Title registration

  6. We send you a full dossier, keys, and ownership certificates


💡 Benefits of Buying Remotely with POA

  • ✅ No need to travel to Greece

  • ✅ Avoids delays due to scheduling

  • ✅ Safe for retirees, busy professionals, or overseas investors

  • ✅ Fully legal and recognized under Greek law

  • ✅ 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:

  • ❌ Rejection by banks or authorities

  • ❌ Invalid title registration

  • ❌ Notarial refusal to proceed

  • ❌ 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:

  • Passport + AFM

  • Source of funds documents

  • Proof of address and occupation

We also coordinate wire transfers and confirm fund arrival for closing.


🌐 Common Countries Where Clients Issue POAs Remotely

  • 🇺🇸 United States

  • 🇨🇦 Canada

  • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

  • 🇦🇺 Australia

  • 🇮🇱 Israel

  • 🇸🇦 UAE

  • 🇧🇷 Brazil

  • 🇿🇦 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.

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