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Greece – Work Permits and Working Legally

To work legally in Greece as a non-EU/EEA/Swiss national, you will need both a national Type D employment visa and a residence permit that includes the right to work. The process is driven primarily by the employer: your Greek employer

Greece – Veterinary Care

Veterinary care in Greece meets a solid standard overall, supported by a well-qualified profession, up-to-date diagnostic tools, and an extensive network of clinics — especially in large cities such as Athens and Thessaloniki. Expats arriving with pets will find competent

Greece – Vehicle Maintenance, Repairs, and Breakdown Recovery

All passenger cars and commercial vehicles in Greece are subject to a compulsory roadworthiness testing programme known as the KTEO. Expats moving from elsewhere in the EU will recognise the general concept, as comparable systems exist across most member states.

Greece – Taxis and Ride-Hailing Services

Greece maintains a well-developed taxi system, with regulated yellow cabs serving Athens, Thessaloniki, other major urban centres, and the most popular islands. International ride-hailing platforms — among them Uber (operating as UberTaxi) and FreeNow — function in select locations, though

Greece – Taxation

Greece runs a unified, centrally managed tax system under the authority of the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE). Tax residents — defined, in broad terms, as anyone who spends more than 183 days per year in Greece — face

Greece – Self-Employment

Greece has become a genuinely appealing base for expat freelancers and business founders alike. EU nationals can begin operating with very little administrative effort, while non-EU nationals must secure the appropriate residency category before taking any commercial steps. The most

Greece – Retail and Consumer Issues

Greece offers a rich and diverse retail environment, ranging from lively high streets and contemporary shopping malls to intimate family-owned stores and outdoor weekly markets. Trading hours follow a more traditional Mediterranean pattern than many countries, Sunday openings are largely

Greece – Residency

Foreign nationals looking to settle in Greece have access to a broad spectrum of residency options, including work-based permits, the Financially Independent Person (FIP) route for those living off passive income, a Digital Nomad Visa for remote workers, a Golden

Greece – Property Rental Prices

Compared to most of Western Europe, renting in Greece is relatively budget-friendly, with centrally located one-bedroom apartments in Athens generally falling between €700 and €1,200 per month. The rental market is both competitive and rapidly evolving, shaped by intense tourism

Greece – Rail Travel

Greece’s national rail network, run by Hellenic Train, links key mainland destinations such as Athens, Thessaloniki, and Larissa, but offers sparse coverage in rural areas and none whatsoever on the islands. The network is currently in the midst of a