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If you’re an expat living in Greece, or planning to buy a second home and keep a car here, there’s one piece of yearly bureaucracy you’ll definitely come across: the road tax in Greece, or teli kykloforias. While it may sound intimidating at first, the idea is straightforward: every vehicle with Greek licence plates must pay an annual fee to be legally on the road. Think of it as Greece’s way of funding road infrastructure and keeping track of active vehicles. And as we head toward 2026, Greece’s tax authority (AADE) has released new clarifications to make the rules easier to understand… or at least a bit clearer than before! You can read our full guide about cars in Greece here. Let’s break it down simply.

Greece has just earned the global spotlight. According to International Living’s Annual Global Retirement Index 2026, Greece has been ranked the No.1 country in the world to retire to, surpassing long-time favourites like Portugal, Costa Rica, and Spain. Last year, Greece ranked 7th in the same survey. For many retirees, this recognition simply confirms what they already feel the moment they arrive: Greece, as a top retirement destination, offers a lifestyle that feels both luxurious and accessible, without the high price tag. In this article, we explore why more international retirees than ever are choosing to retire in Greece, what makes its islands so appealing, and how programs like the Golden Visa make relocation easier than in most European countries.