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Move to Greece 2026 — The Complete Expat Guide
2026 Edition — Updated & Complete

Move to Greece.
The guide you
actually need.

80+ pages covering every visa option, the tax regimes that could save you thousands, how to find a home, open a bank account — and how to actually fit into Greek life.

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Updated for 2026
Written by a Greece Resident
80+ Pages · 11 Chapters
All Devices · Works Offline
Sound familiar?

You’ve dreamed about it. Then the questions start.

Greece is calling — the sun, the sea, the slower pace. But then the paperwork reality hits and most people don’t know where to begin.

This guide answers everything. Honestly. In plain English. From someone embedded in the Greek system.

  • Which visa do I actually need — Digital Nomad, Golden Visa, or something else?
  • What is an AFM and how do I get one? What about the AMKA?
  • Do I pay taxes in two countries? How does the 7% flat tax work?
  • How do I find a flat without getting scammed? Which neighbourhoods?
  • What does it really cost to live there — not the €800/month fantasy?
Athens Acropolis view
Greek taverna
Greek village
What’s inside

80+ pages.
Everything covered.

Chapter 01
Why Greece? The Honest Case
  • What’s genuinely changed since the crisis
  • Quality of life in real numbers
  • Who is moving to Greece in 2026
  • The honest downsides
Chapter 02
Visas — Every Option Explained
  • Digital Nomad Visa — full requirements
  • Golden Visa — 2026 thresholds
  • Retirement & Financially Independent Visa
  • EU citizen registration
Chapter 03
AFM, AMKA & First Steps
  • Step-by-step AFM application
  • Getting your AMKA
  • Opening a Greek bank account
  • Which banks are expat-friendly
Chapter 04
Finding a Home
  • Athens neighbourhood guide
  • Island life — what Instagram doesn’t show
  • How to rent without getting scammed
  • Full property buying process
Chapter 05
Taxes — The Real Opportunity
  • The 7% flat tax for foreign retirees
  • The €100K flat tax for high earners
  • Standard income tax rates
  • Deadlines, TAXISnet, accountant guide
Chapters 06–11
Healthcare, Daily Life & More
  • EOPYY public + private healthcare costs
  • Real cost of living (€1,200–€5,000/mo)
  • Freelancing & self-employment setup
  • Culture Code + complete move checklist
Santorini blue domes
Santorini
Athens Acropolis
Athens
Greek islands
The Islands
Greek food
Daily Life
The opportunity most people miss

Two of the most attractive
tax regimes in Europe.

For Retirees
The 7% Flat Tax
Foreign pension income taxed at a flat 7% rate — regardless of amount. Valid for up to 15 years. No minimum investment required. Extremely popular with US, UK and Northern European retirees.
7%
on all foreign pension income · up to 15 years
For High Earners
The €100K Flat Tax
Pay a flat €100,000 annual tax on all foreign-source income — regardless of how much that income is. Valid up to 15 years. Ideal for entrepreneurs and investors with significant foreign income.
€100K
flat annual tax on all foreign income · up to 15 years
Real example: UK retiree, £60,000/year pension
Tax in the UK~£11,300/year
Tax in Greece (7% regime)~£4,200/year
Annual saving~£7,100/year
Over 15 years£100,000+ saved
£7,100
saved every year under the 7% regime
Is this guide for you?

Written for people
who are serious about Greece.

💻

Digital Nomads & Remote Workers

Digital Nomad Visa explained in full, co-working in Athens, remote setup, and neighbourhoods that suit the lifestyle.

🌅

Retirees & Early Retirees

The 7% pension tax regime, healthcare access, real cost of living at different levels, and how to choose the right location.

🏢

Investors & Entrepreneurs

Golden Visa requirements, the €100K flat tax, property buying process, and Athens’ growing startup ecosystem.

✈️

Serious Dreamers

You’ve googled Greece. You’ve read the blog posts. Now you want real, current, complete information in one place.

Living in Greece
80+
Pages of real, current
information about Greece
Why this guide?

Not another blog post from someone who visited for a week.

  • Written by someone living in Greece — not a tourist
  • 2026 edition — current visa thresholds and tax rules
  • 80+ pages — the complete picture, not a summary
  • Real cost of living numbers — not the €800/month fantasy
  • Covers the downsides honestly — bureaucracy, banking, seasonality
  • Tax chapter with real worked examples — in plain English
  • Complete checklist from 3 months before to end of Year 1
Ready to make the move?

Greece is waiting.
The sun is out.

Get the complete guide. Read it today. Start planning tomorrow.

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  • 2026 Edition — fully updated
  • 11 chapters: visas, taxes, housing & more
  • Complete move checklist included
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FAQ

Frequently asked

Is this a PDF or a physical book?
Digital PDF only — delivered instantly after purchase. Works on all devices: laptop, tablet, phone, Kindle. Readable offline once downloaded.
I’m an EU citizen — is this guide still relevant for me?
Yes. The guide covers EU citizen registration in detail, and the chapters on taxes, housing, banking, healthcare, and daily life apply to everyone regardless of nationality.
How current is the information?
Updated for early 2026 — current visa thresholds, tax regimes, and procedures. The guide recommends verifying key details with a local professional before major decisions.
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Is there a refund policy?
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