03.08.2026
A new regulation regarding the calculation of ENFIA (Eniaios Phoros Idioktisias Akiniton/annual property tax) was announced by the Greek Ministry of National Economy and Finance. The purpose of this regulation appears to be to address cases where property owners were previously taxed on more square meters than their property actually has. The new regulation, which is expected to take effect in the 2027 tax year, introduces the Electronic Building ID as a key factor in determining taxable floor area.
Starting in 2027, the Electronic Building ID will also be taken into account when calculating the Annual Property Tax (ENFIA), so that the tax is calculated based on the actual floor area of the buildings. So far, the ENFIA is determined based on data from the Land Registry, the title deed, or the building permit. If the actual area of the property is larger than that listed in the Land Registry, the title deed, or the building permit, or if the property’s use has changed, then the tax is calculated based on the actual area and actual use.
Specifically for buildings for which an Electronic Building ID has been issued, if the actual area is smaller than that listed in the Land Registry, in the title deed or the building permit, the area indicated in the Electronic Building ID will be deemed valid. The regulation also specifies that E9 declarations, ENFIA assessment notices, and ENFIA certificates already issued will remain valid. Furthermore, no penalties will be imposed in cases where the actual area, as evidenced by the Electronic Building Number, is smaller than that listed in the Land Registry, the title deed, or the building permit.
The Electronic Building Identity is an electronic file held in a national registry for each building in Greece. Its purpose is to capture the real state of a property and to track any changes during the building's life. The file is tied to a single property. It records the building permit, the approved plans, the energy performance, and the legal status of any extensions or alterations. In short, it is the building's history in one place, kept online rather than scattered across paper archives. The system covers houses, apartments, and other buildings. It applies whether the property is a city apartment, a village house, or a holiday villa near the coast.
The Electronic Building Identity adds security and transparency for owners and buyers alike. It gives you a clear view of a property's legal and technical position before you decide anything. It matters most at the point of transfer. An E-ID is needed to complete any property transfer in Greece. This includes a sale, a gift, and a parental transfer.
28.09.2026
Two important changes were recently announced at the Hellenic Cadastre, which that property owners in Greece should be aware of. The first one involves properties that are listed as “owner unknown” and claimed through adverse possession. And the second one is about properties that have been registered with the wrong area, boundaries, shape, and/or location (also known as “διόρθωση γεωμετρικών στοιχείων”).
24.09.2026
Getting to Greece is becoming even easier, with Transavia expanding its connections from Belgium and France, with new routes to Crete and Thessaloniki and more options for travelling outside the traditional summer season.
08.09.2026
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced series of housing measures affecting property buyers and owners at the Thessaloniki International Fair.
05.09.2026
Greece is entering a new era of property and inheritance regulation. For the first time in over 80 years, the government is preparing a comprehensive reform of the Inheritance Law, designed to simplify procedures, ensure fairness, and modernise how estates are managed.
07.08.2026
Greece is taking an important step in environmental protection, becoming the first country in the world to deploy a national satellite system for wildfire detection and monitoring. First launched in May and expected to become fully operational in September 2026, the new Hellenic Fire System brings advanced space technology to Greece's efforts against wildfires.
06.08.2026
If you own a home in the Peloponnese or have been quietly thinking about buying one, there is some news you should be aware of: At the end of June, a 40-year concession for Kalamata International Airport "Kapetan Vasilis Konstantakopoulos" was signed by a consortium led by Fraport, together with the Kopelouzos Group's Delta Airport Investments and the Konstantakopoulos Group's PILEAS. According to the National Development Fund, which retains a 10% stake in the new company, the initial concession payment is 45 million euros, and the planned investment programme is expected to exceed 125 million euros over time.
In short: Kalamata's airport is set to roughly double its traffic by 2030, with a new terminal three times the size of the current one. For anyone with a house in the region, or an eye on one, that matters.
28.07.2026
As UNESCO recently announced, Mount Olympus – also known as the Home of Ancient Greek Gods, or Greece’s highest mountain – has been added to the list of World Heritage Sites. Of course, Greece welcomed the news with a wave of euphoria, as Mount Olympus is widely recognized for its cultural and natural significance.
23.06.2026
Moving your life to a new country brings enough to think about, including the costs. For those settling permanently in Greece, there is some welcome news on that front. Bringing your household belongings and even your car can come with relief from customs duty, VAT and vehicle registration tax. The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has recently set out clearer rules on how this works. It's important to clarify that this relief is not exactly new, but what has changed is a significant detail: a recent AADE circular (reference E.2027/2026) spells out the eligibility, the supporting documents and the procedure, with the aim of handling applications more consistently across customs offices.
