Find the Most Requested Solutions for Foreign Clients in Greece
Find the most requested accounting, tax, VAT, company formation, bank file, payroll, real estate and remote compliance solutions for foreign individuals, foreign companies, non-resident shareholders and international groups operating or investing in Greece.
N. KOLYDAS I.K.E. supports foreign clients remotely and structurally, from the first Greek tax ID or market-entry question to ongoing accounting, VAT, myDATA, payroll and annual compliance in Greece.
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One hub for the most common foreign-client needs in Greece.
The page directs the visitor to the right existing service page: Greek Tax ID, company formation, branch, VAT, payroll, bank file, property, Airbnb, OSS, PE review and remote accounting.
Find the correct service before starting a tax, company, VAT or property procedure in Greece.
Foreign clients often begin with one question but quickly need a connected solution. A Greek tax ID may connect with property acquisition, a company setup may connect with VAT and bank file, and a payroll case may create permanent establishment questions.
Foreign individuals
For non-residents, foreign property owners, foreign directors, shareholders, investors and individuals who need Greek tax support.
- Greek Tax ID / AFM
- Tax representative
- Property tax support
- Annual Greek tax filing
Foreign companies
For foreign parent companies, groups, branches, startups and businesses entering or operating in Greece.
- Market entry review
- Greek subsidiary / IKE
- Branch registration
- Bank file preparation
Remote compliance
For foreign management teams that need recurring Greek compliance without unnecessary physical presence.
- Remote accounting
- VAT and myDATA
- Payroll coordination
- Management reporting
This page is designed as a full-width service hub.
It connects the visitor with the existing taxis.net.gr service pages and avoids acting as an isolated article. The main purpose is commercial routing: find the correct service, understand the starting point and submit the case.
The services foreign clients request most often in Greece.
These are the most common service paths requested by foreign clients, foreign companies, non-resident shareholders and international groups with Greek tax, VAT, company or property obligations.
Greek Tax ID Registration
For foreign shareholders, directors, property buyers, representatives and non-residents who need Greek AFM.
- AFM route
- Documents review
- Representative check
- TaxisNet access where applicable
Start a Business in Greece
For foreign founders and companies that need a structured Greek business setup route.
- Route selection
- Tax setup
- Company / branch / VAT
- Remote onboarding
Greek IKE Formation
For foreign founders or corporate shareholders establishing a Greek private company.
- IKE structure
- Foreign shareholders
- Tax registration
- Accounting setup
Greek Subsidiary Formation
For foreign parent companies forming a Greek subsidiary owned by the foreign group.
- Parent company review
- UBO / KYB
- Greek company formation
- Tax and VAT setup
Branch Registration
For foreign companies that want direct registered presence in Greece without a separate Greek subsidiary.
- Parent company documents
- Greek branch setup
- Representative review
- Ongoing compliance
VAT Registration in Greece
For foreign companies with Greek VAT exposure, local sales, stock, platforms or transaction obligations.
- VAT registration
- VAT returns
- myDATA review
- Non-EU VAT route
Bank Account Preparation
For foreign-owned Greek companies preparing corporate, UBO, tax and KYC files before bank onboarding.
- Bank file checklist
- UBO documents
- KYC / KYB review
- No bank approval guarantee
Hiring Employees in Greece
For foreign employers, branches or companies planning to employ people in Greece.
- Payroll setup
- EFKA / labour reporting
- Employer obligations
- PE exposure review
International VAT & OSS
For e-commerce, cross-border VAT, EU distance sales, OSS, IOSS and platform-related VAT cases.
- EU VAT exposure
- OSS / IOSS
- Platform sales
- VAT treatment review
Permanent Establishment Review
For foreign companies with employees, agents, projects, premises or activity in Greece.
- PE indicators
- Greek tax exposure
- Payroll connection
- Risk memo route
Property Investment in Greece
For foreign companies or individuals buying, holding or exploiting Greek property.
- Tax ID support
- Property tax
- Rental income
- Company ownership review
Services & Pricing
For clients who want to review published starting fees before submitting their case.
- Market entry fees
- Company formation
- VAT and payroll
- Accounting packages
Which solution should a foreign client choose first?
The correct first service depends on the client’s objective. The table below helps the visitor move quickly to the correct page instead of searching through unrelated services.
| Client situation | Recommended first service | Existing page |
|---|---|---|
| I am a foreign individual and need a Greek tax number. | Greek Tax ID / AFM registration | Greek Tax ID Registration |
| I want to start a company or business activity in Greece. | Business setup route review | Start a Business in Greece |
| My foreign company wants to enter the Greek market. | Market entry assessment | Market Entry in Greece |
| My foreign company wants a Greek subsidiary. | Greek subsidiary formation | Greek Subsidiary Formation |
| My company only needs Greek VAT registration. | VAT registration and VAT compliance | VAT Registration in Greece |
| We want to hire staff in Greece. | Payroll setup and PE review | Hiring Employees in Greece |
| We need a Greek bank account for a foreign-owned company. | Bank file preparation | Company Bank Account Preparation |
| We need monthly accounting and remote compliance. | Accounting services and VAT/myDATA monitoring | Accounting Services |
For complex foreign-client cases, start with Submit Your Case.
If the case includes a non-EU parent company, several shareholders, a corporate chain, property, employees, VAT, bank account and monthly operations, the safest route is to submit the case first and receive a structured proposal.
Foreign companies usually need a connected tax, VAT, legal and accounting route.
A foreign company entering Greece may need more than one service. Company formation, branch registration, VAT, payroll, UBO, bank file and accounting should be reviewed together.
Market Entry Assessment
For deciding whether the route should be subsidiary, branch, VAT-only, payroll or PE review.
- Structure review
- Tax route
- VAT exposure
- Implementation plan
Greek Subsidiary
For foreign parent companies that want a Greek company owned by the foreign group.
- Parent company review
- UBO / KYB
- Greek IKE route
- Bank file connection
Branch Registration
For foreign companies that need direct registered presence in Greece.
- Parent documents
- Greek representative
- Branch tax setup
- Ongoing compliance
Permanent Establishment
For foreign companies with employees, agents, projects, activity or premises in Greece.
- Tax exposure
- Payroll connection
- Activity review
- Risk memo
Foreign individuals usually start with Greek tax ID, property or annual tax compliance.
Foreign individuals may need Greek tax support as property buyers, shareholders, directors, managers, non-residents, beneficiaries or investors.
Greek Tax ID / AFM
For foreign individuals who need Greek AFM for company, property, tax or representative purposes.
- AFM registration
- Document checklist
- Representative review
- TaxisNet where applicable
Greek Property Tax Support
For foreign clients buying, holding, renting or exploiting property in Greece.
- AFM and tax file
- Property tax support
- Rental income
- Annual filings
Tax Representative & Non-Resident Support
For non-residents who need Greek tax representation, annual tax compliance or tax file maintenance.
- Non-resident tax support
- Tax representative review
- Annual returns
- Property and income monitoring
Foreign-client cases often require VAT, myDATA, payroll or PE review before operations begin.
VAT and payroll are not secondary issues. They may determine whether the foreign client needs a Greek entity, branch, VAT registration only, payroll setup or permanent establishment review.
Greek VAT Registration
For foreign companies that need Greek VAT registration and recurring VAT compliance.
- VAT number
- VAT returns
- Non-EU VAT route
- myDATA connection
International VAT & OSS
For cross-border VAT, e-commerce, OSS, IOSS, EU distance sales and platform cases.
- EU VAT review
- OSS / IOSS
- Platform sales
- VAT treatment
Hiring Employees in Greece
For foreign companies that need to employ people in Greece safely and compliantly.
- Payroll setup
- Employer obligations
- EFKA / labour reporting
- PE indicators
Accounting & myDATA
For recurring accounting, VAT, digital books, tax monitoring and remote compliance support.
- Monthly accounting
- VAT filing
- myDATA monitoring
- Annual tax compliance
Foreign property owners and investors need tax support before and after acquisition.
Greek property activity may require Greek tax ID, property tax filings, rental income reporting, short-term rental compliance, VAT review and annual tax obligations.
Property Investment Support
For foreign companies or individuals buying, holding or exploiting property in Greece.
- AFM and tax file
- Property tax
- Rental income
- Annual obligations
Short-Term Rentals & Airbnb
For foreign clients with Greek rental property, Airbnb activity or short-term accommodation income.
- Rental activity review
- Tax reporting
- Platform income
- Annual filing
Company Ownership of Property
For foreign groups assessing whether Greek property should be held personally or through a company.
- Ownership structure
- VAT and tax review
- Rental exploitation
- Bank and accounting needs
Foreign-client solutions should always connect with Services & Pricing.
The visitor should be able to move from the solution hub to the main pricing page or submit a case when the scope depends on country, documents, VAT exposure, bank file, payroll, UBO chain or ongoing compliance.
Services & Pricing
Use this when the client wants to see available service categories and starting fees.
- Formation prices
- VAT prices
- Payroll prices
- Accounting prices
Submit Your Case
Use this when the case requires review before pricing can be safely confirmed.
- Non-EU parent company
- Complex UBO chain
- Bank file
- VAT and payroll exposure
Request Appointment
Use this when the client needs an advisory call before sending complete documents.
- Initial call
- Route review
- Document questions
- Timeline discussion
Ongoing Accounting
Use this when the client needs monthly Greek compliance after the initial setup.
- Monthly books
- VAT returns
- myDATA
- Annual tax filing
Questions foreign clients usually ask before choosing a Greek tax or business service.
These questions help foreign clients understand whether they need a Greek tax ID, company setup, VAT registration, payroll support, bank file preparation, property tax support or ongoing remote accounting.
Can services for foreign clients in Greece be handled remotely?
A significant part of the work can usually be coordinated remotely, including case review, document checklist, Greek tax ID route, UBO mapping, VAT review, company formation preparation, bank file preparation and ongoing accounting support. Some procedures may still require specific authorisations, legalised documents or bank-specific steps.
What is the first step for a foreign client in Greece?
The first step depends on the purpose. A property buyer may need Greek AFM first. A foreign company may need market-entry review. A platform seller may need VAT registration. A foreign employer may need payroll and permanent establishment review.
Do foreign shareholders and directors need Greek AFM?
In many cases, yes. Foreign shareholders, directors, managers, representatives, property buyers or persons involved in Greek tax procedures may need Greek tax ID registration before the next step can proceed.
Can a foreign company operate in Greece without forming a Greek company?
In some cases, a foreign company may only need VAT registration, payroll setup or another limited registration route. In other cases, branch registration, Greek subsidiary formation or permanent establishment review may be required.
Why is bank file preparation important for foreign-owned Greek companies?
Bank onboarding usually requires corporate documents, UBO information, representative details, business rationale, source-of-funds information and Greek tax data. The bank’s final decision remains exclusively with the bank.
Where can foreign clients see prices?
The Services & Pricing page includes published starting fees for many services. Complex cases, non-EU parent companies, bank files, UBO chains, legalisation issues, VAT exposure and payroll matters should be submitted for review.
Submit your foreign-client case and we will route it to the correct service.
Send us the purpose of your Greek case, your country, whether you are an individual or company, whether property, VAT, payroll, bank account or company formation is involved, and the preferred timeline. We will review the correct service route and propose the next steps.