Greek Inheritance Law Update: Publication of Handwritten Wills from Abroad
When a person passes away abroad leaving assets in Greece, the inheritance procedure often requires the publication of their will…
Golden Visa in Greece with an investment starting from €250,000 — even after the increase of the applicable thresholds.
Although the new investment thresholds for obtaining an investor residence permit through the acquisition of real estate in Greece have…
The Proposed Amendments to Inheritance Law and Their Impact on Family Relations
The proposed reform of Inheritance Law constitutes one of the most significant interventions at the core of Civil Law. The…
The Purchase of Residential Property in Greece by Foreign Citizens as a Source of Well-Being, Psychological Uplift, and Active Aging
The purchase of residential property in Greece, particularly on the islands, by foreign citizens is not only a financial investment,…
When do deposits pass directly to the joint account holders in the event of the death of one of them?
The inheritance tax exemption for surviving joint holders of a bank account in Greece or with a foreign bank is…
Conscription 2026: A New Era for Greeks Living Abroad
Stricter rules, new certificates, and major changes to military service deferments A new chapter is opening in the field of…
A Turning Point in Greek Inheritance Law: When and How a Cohabiting Partner Becomes an Heir
For decades, Greek inheritance law recognized only formal family structures — kinship, marriage, and more recently civil partnerships — as…
New provisions on the publication (probate) of wills in Greece
1. General – Summary On 28 July 2025, Law No. 5221/2025 was published in the Government Gazette, introducing, inter alia,…
Golden visa requirements
The latest circular specifically concerning the permanent residence permit for investors (“Golden Visa”) based on the purchase of real estate…