Greece: selling property
The full process in 6 steps: the taxes you pay, what each stage costs and how long it takes (~90 days on average). Free guide, no account needed.
Process steps
1
Get the energy performance certificate (PEA)
⏱ 3-7 days · 💰 €150-400
2
Engineer certificate — no unauthorised construction
⏱ 1-2 weeks · 💰 €200-500
3
Obtain the Electronic Building Identity
⏱ 2-4 weeks · 💰 €300-800
4
Get ENFIA and tax clearance certificates
⏱ 1 week · 💰 free
5
Final deed at Notary
⏱ 1 day · 💰 notary fees
6
Register in Land Registry
⏱ 2-4 weeks · 💰 0.5-0.7%
Taxes & fees
capital gains
15% — suspended until 31 Dec 2026
notary fees
1-2%
agency fees
2-4%
engineer certificate
€200-500
⚠️ What costs you money if you miss it
The 15% capital gains tax is suspended until 31 Dec 2026. It has been renewed every year since 2014, but there is no decision yet for 2027. If your sale might slip into next year, check again before you sign.
No engineer certificate, no sale. A civil engineer must certify there is no unauthorised construction, and the property needs its Electronic Building Identity. An unlegalised extension stops the deed until it is regularised — that takes months, not days.
An ENFIA debt blocks the deed. You need a certificate showing the property tax is paid for the last five years — start it early, not the week before signing.
⚠️ Informational purposes only. Always consult a licensed local lawyer.
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