Effortless Branch Formation in Greece

We make setting up your branch in Greece seamless and stress-free, guiding you every step of the way for a smooth, efficient launch into the Greek market.

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Greece welcomes foreign investment with minimal restrictions on non-domiciled businesses. Its strategic ties with the Balkans offer excellent exposure for a Greek branch. While branch formation is more complex than setting up a company, we simplify the process. A physical office with phone, fax, and mail services is required, as virtual offices are not permitted. If your branch provides services, we can host it in our office. Otherwise, we’ll secure a dedicated physical space for your operations, ensuring full compliance and a strong local presence.

 

GREECE Branch Registration And Requirements

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  • A copy of the Memorandum & Articles of Association of the parent company
  • A copy of the parent company’s Certificate of Incorporation
  • A copy of the parent company’s Certificate of Good Standing
  • The Power of Attorney for the Managing Director of the branch
  • Resolution of the parent company to establish the branch
  • A representative from the Greek branch may need a Greek residential permit if a non-EU citizen.

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Note: No share capital is required. However, the documents mentioned are needed to register the branch with the Greek Chamber of Commerce and Industry. All documents must be apostilled and translated into Greek by a certified translator or lawyer.

  • The branch must register with the Tax Office to obtain a VAT number, used as the Tax ID for taxation purposes.
  • VAT returns must be filed quarterly, and tax accounts are annually filed.
  • A Greek bank account for the branch is also required.

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FAQs

To establish a branch in Greece, you must submit:

  • The parent company’s Certificate of Incorporation
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • Certificate of Good Standing
  • A Power of Attorney for the branch’s Managing Director
  • A board resolution authorising the branch setup

All documents must be apostilled and translated into Greek by a certified translator or lawyer.

No, virtual offices are not allowed for branch registration in Greece. A physical office with a registered address, phone, fax, and mail services is mandatory. We can accommodate your branch at our premises if service-based, or arrange a compliant office space.

Yes, a Greek bank account is required for all tax-related transactions, including VAT payments and corporate filings.

The branch must:

  • Register with the Greek Tax Office to obtain a VAT number
  • File quarterly VAT returns
  • Submit annual tax accounts according to local regulations

A representative is required. If they are a non-EU citizen, they may need to obtain a Greek residential permit to act on behalf of the branch.

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With extensive expertise in European company formations, we ensure a seamless journey, guiding you every step.