Thinking of launching your own business in Greece? With its strategic EU location, competitive operating costs, and growing tourism and tech sectors, Greece is an increasingly attractive destination for entrepreneurs — including expats.
🧾 Who Can Start a Business in Greece?
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EU Citizens: Can start a business freely with minimal restrictions.
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Non-EU Citizens: Must obtain a residence permit for business or investment purposes. Options include:
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Business/Entrepreneur visa
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Golden Visa (investment route)
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Digital Nomad Visa (for remote self-employment)
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🏢 Common Legal Structures
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Sole Proprietorship (Ατομική Επιχείρηση): Simple, suited to freelancers.
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Private Company (IKE): Flexible and popular for SMEs.
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Limited Liability Company (EPE): More complex, with capital and management obligations.
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Societe Anonyme (AE): Best for large-scale operations.
⚖️ Legal Steps to Register
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📝 Choose legal form & company name
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📄 Draft Articles of Association
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🏛️ Register with GEMI (General Commercial Registry)
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🧾 Obtain Greek tax number (AFM) and VAT number
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💻 Register with social insurance funds and tax authorities
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🧑💼 Hire accountant and legal counsel for ongoing compliance
💼 Business Opportunities for Expats
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Tourism & hospitality ventures
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Real estate and property management
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E-commerce and tech startups
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Agriculture, food & wine exports
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Remote consultancy and freelancing
💶 Taxation & Financial Obligations
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Corporate tax rate: 22%
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VAT: 24% standard (lower for some regions/products)
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Social security contributions for owners/employees
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Annual filings and quarterly VAT returns required
🧠 Legal Support You’ll Need
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Company formation
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Employment contracts
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Licensing for regulated sectors
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Tax & accounting compliance
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Immigration and residency permits
🤝 How Borderless Lawyers Helps Entrepreneurs in Greece
Whether you’re launching a small venture or planning a significant investment, our legal team provides:
✅ End-to-end company setup support
✅ Immigration and visa application
✅ Tax ID and business license registration
✅ Ongoing compliance and employment law advice
🚀 Ready to Launch Your Business in Greece?
Starting a business in Greece doesn’t need to be complex. With our help, you can navigate the legal landscape confidently and focus on building your future.