Southern Europe · Europe
Greece
Greece is a Southern Europe jurisdiction. with a standard worldwide income tax regime applicable to tax residents. Corporate profits are taxed at 22%. The jurisdiction offers a digital nomad visa and golden visa programme for qualifying individuals.
Corporate Tax
22%
Personal Income Tax
44%
Capital Gains
15%
VAT / GST
24%
Overview
Key Data
Taxation
Residency & Visa
Business & Cost of Living
Compliance & Reputation
Personal Tax Residency
Tax residency in Greece is generally triggered by physical presence exceeding 183 days in a calendar year. Foreign income treatment: unknown. Controlled Foreign Corporation (CFC) rules are in force. Residents who own or control foreign entities may face attribution of that entity's undistributed profits under local anti-avoidance provisions.
Non-dom regime: flat EUR 100,000 annual tax for qualifying foreign-source income (lump sum). Pensioner regime: flat 7% on foreign income for 10 years. Digital Nomad visa (1+1 year). Golden Visa from EUR 250k.
Company Setup & Business Taxation
The standard corporate income tax rate is 22%. Establishing a legal presence here involves a higher degree of administrative complexity, often requiring local legal assistance.
Banking & Financial Access
Banking access in Greece is attainable but may require more documentation and time than in simpler jurisdictions. Internet connectivity is generally good, with consistent broadband availability in business districts and main population centres.
Compliance & International Reputation
Greece is a member of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and meets its anti-money-laundering standards. EU tax blacklist status: not_listed. Structures involving this jurisdiction may attract additional scrutiny or reporting obligations under EU member state rules.
Who This Jurisdiction Works Best For
Based on our scoring model, Greece ranks highest for Digital Nomad and High Net Worth Individual. It offers a reasonable proposition for digital nomad (score: 60/100). It offers a reasonable proposition for high net worth individual (score: 57/100).
Legal Notice
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax laws and residency rules change frequently and vary significantly by individual circumstances. Always consult a qualified professional licensed in the relevant jurisdictions before making any decisions.
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