When you buy real estate in Greece, it’s crucial to register your ownership with the Hellenic Land Registry (Ktimatologio). This legal step:
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Confirms your title and ownership rights
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Protects you from third-party claims or disputes
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Is required for selling or mortgaging the property
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Is necessary for tax and inheritance matters
📝 What Is the Greek Land Registry?
The Land Registry (Ktimatologio) is a public system recording all property rights across Greece. It replaced the older “Book of Rights” and aims to provide clear ownership records.
📋 When Must You Register?
You must register property:
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After the purchase is completed and notarized
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Within 3 months of acquiring ownership
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Before you can legally sell or mortgage the property
Failure to register may cause legal uncertainty or delays in future transactions.
📂 Documents Needed for Registration
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📝 Notarial deed of sale (contract)
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📄 Proof of tax clearance (ENFIA paid)
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📑 Title deed or previous registration documents
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🗺 Topographic survey (plan)
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🆔 Identification documents of the owner(s)
🏛 Registration Process
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Submit application at the local Land Registry office or online portal
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Review of documents and fees by Land Registry officials
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Entry of ownership details into the Ktimatologio database
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Issuance of registration confirmation
⏳ Processing can take from weeks to months depending on location.
⚠️ Common Issues to Watch For
❌ Incomplete or missing documents
❌ Unpaid property taxes
❌ Discrepancies in property boundaries
❌ Registration delays due to backlog
🛡 A lawyer’s oversight is essential to prevent mistakes that could impact your ownership rights.
⚖️ How Borderless Lawyers Can Help
We provide:
📋 Full preparation and submission of registration paperwork
🛡 Verification of all property documents and taxes
📞 Liaison with Land Registry officials to track progress
📑 Legal advice on registration deadlines and compliance
📞 Secure Your Property Rights in Greece
Don’t risk your investment or future transactions.
💬 Contact Borderless Lawyers today for expert guidance on registering your property and safeguarding your ownership rights in Greece.
✉️ Own with confidence — backed by legal certainty.