The Ultimate Resource for Moving to and Living in Greece
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Essential Guides for Expats In Greece
Start with these comprehensive guides to make your move to Greece smooth and stress-free.
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Bringing Your Pet to Greece in 2026: A Complete Guide for EU and Non-EU Arrivals
As expats in Greece ourselves, we wanted to understand who is really living here — and what they are struggling with most. The Expats Greece Report 2026 reveals a community led by Americans, Brits, retirees, island residents, and one clear pattern: bureaucracy, langua…
Understanding Greek Property Taxes and Fees: A Complete Guide for Buyers and Owners
Understand every Greek property tax and fee before you buy or own real estate in Greece. Learn about transfer tax, ENFIA, rental income tax, notary costs, legal fees and ongoing ownership expenses.
One in Three Expats in Greece Shares the Same Three Problems
As expats in Greece ourselves, we wanted to understand who is really living here — and what they are struggling with most. The Expats Greece Report 2026 reveals a community led by Americans, Brits, retirees, island residents, and one clear pattern: bureaucracy, langua…
Student Visa in Greece: The Complete 2026 Guide
Thinking about studying in Greece? Here’s what the student visa process actually looks like — from acceptance letters and paperwork to residence permits, bureaucracy surprises, and what life is really like once you arrive.
The 5 Types of Expats in Greece
Some expats come to Greece with a plan. Others arrive by accident. And some are just passing through — until they’re not. The truth is, living in Greece isn’t one story. It’s five very different ones.
Fire Season Is Coming: What Homeowners in Greece Must Do Before June 15
Own property in Greece? You must clear dry vegetation and declare it before June 15 or face fines up to €2,000. Here is exactly what expats need to know to stay compliant and avoid penalties.
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Visas & Residency
Complete guide to Greek visa requirements, residence permits, and citizenship pathways for expats.
Healthcare & Insurance
Navigate the Greek healthcare system, insurance options, and English-speaking doctors.
Taxes & Finance
Understand the Greek banking & financial system, tax rules and how to manage your money as an expat.
Housing Guide
Find your perfect home in Greece - from rental tips to buying property and understanding contracts.
Work & Study
Explore job opportunities, work permits, universities & schools for expats in Greece.
Culture & Lifestyle
Discover Greek culture and lifestyle, from food and traditions to festivals, daily life, and local experiences.
News & Event
Stay informed about what’s happening across Greece — from local festivals and cultural highlights to updates that matter for expat life.
Greece Announces 15% Property Transfer Tax for Non-EU Buyers
: Greece plans to raise property transfer tax for non-EU buyers from 3% to 15%. See what the change could mean for foreign property buyers.
16 Greek Festivals You Shouldn’t Miss This Summer | 2026 Guide
Discover 16 Greek festivals happening this summer in Greece, including island film festivals, ancient theatre, live music, traditional panigyria and free cultural events.
Greece Marks World Environment Day With a Weekend of Nature Events Across the Country
Greece marks World Environment Day 2026 with 65 nature events, including cleanups, guided walks, and family activities across the country.
Lazy Greeks? New Stats Show Greeks Work More Than Anyone in the EU
Lazy Greeks? Not according to the latest Eurostat figures. Greece recorded the longest average working week in the EU, but for those living here, the real story is not just the hours — it is the pressure, pay, bureaucracy, and everyday effort behind life in Greece.
Athens Is Now in Full Festival Mode — 300+ Free Events Across the City This May
Athens has kicked off its biggest city-wide festival, with over 300 free events running throughout May. From concerts to street food and open-air cinema, here’s what expats need to know.
Greece Exempts UK Tourists from EU Biometric Border Checks: Temporary Relief or Policy Shift?
Greece has exempted British travelers from the EU’s new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES), aiming to reduce airport delays and protect tourism. Is this a temporary summer solution—or could it expand to other non-EU visitors across Europe?
Carnival Peaks Across Greece as Grand Parades Fill the Streets
Greece’s Apokries carnival season reaches its spectacular peak with major parades in Patras, Athens, Thessaloniki and Crete. Here’s what’s happening across the country.
Greece Has Started Rolling Out the New EU Border System — But It’s Still Very Human (and Very Slow)
Greece has officially begun using the EU’s new Entry/Exit border system for non-EU travellers. But despite promises of automation, passport control still relies heavily on human officers taking fingerprints and photos — and that’s why queues are getting longer, no…
Greece Named the World’s Best Retirement Destination for 2026
For the first time ever, Greece tops International Living’s Global Retirement Index for 2026, confirming what many expats already know: few countries combine lifestyle, affordability, and quality of life quite like Greece.
Winter Sales Season in Greece: A Smart Shopper’s Guide
The winter sales season in Greece explained. Learn how sales work, when discounts get better, and what to expect when shopping locally.