Greeks abroad
Greek matters, handled from Athens while you stay where you are
Greeks living abroad most often need help with inherited property, succession formalities, family and civil status matters, and Greek administrative registrations. Most of this work can be completed in Athens under a power of attorney.
Where we are usually instructed
Inherited property and succession
Acceptance of inheritance, unregistered transfers, co-owned family shares and Cadastre entries, resolved so the property can be sold, transferred or retained without further complication.
Related expertiseSelling or regularising a family property
Title review, planning and permit status, and the practical steps that must be completed before a Greek property can be marketed.
Related expertiseFamily and civil matters
Marriage, parental and civil status matters with a cross-border element, and the recognition of foreign documents in Greece.
Related expertiseRegistrations and formalities
Tax numbers, representation before Greek authorities, and the documentation required from your country of residence.
Related expertise
Documents from your country of residence
Foreign certificates, deeds and authorities usually require an apostille and an official translation before a Greek authority will accept them. We identify exactly which documents are needed, in what form, before you start collecting them.
Frequently asked questions
Questions from Greeks living abroad
These answers are general information. They are not legal advice and cannot take account of your circumstances.
Start with the title position and the succession itself: what was left, how it devolves, whether an acceptance of inheritance has been registered and whether any tax filings are outstanding. Those answers determine everything that follows.
In most cases yes, under a power of attorney executed and legalised where you live. Some steps require documents to be apostilled and officially translated first.
A Greek tax registration number (AFM) is generally required to hold property or complete related filings. It can usually be obtained through a representative.
Consultation
Begin with a clear understanding of your options
Tell us briefly what you are trying to achieve. We will confirm whether we can help, who would handle the matter and how fees would work, before any commitment.
- Telephone
- +30 698 334 7829
- info@chronilaw.com
- Office
- 73 Skoufa Street, Kolonaki, 10680 Athens, Greece
