Europe

Greece: tax at a glance

This is a residence-based system, with the top personal income tax rate reaching 44% after the 2026 reform. Three incentives make it stand out: a EUR 100k non-dom flat tax, a 7% flat rate for foreign pensioners, and a 50% reduction for relocating workers.

Worldwide (residence-based) Last verified July 2026

The taxes

Personal income (top)
44%
Corporate income
22%
Capital gains
15%, applied to real estate and securities.
VAT / FPA (ΦΠΑ)
24%
Dividends (WHT)
5%
Interest (WHT)
15%
Royalties (WHT)
20%
Social security (employee)
~13.87%
Social security (employer)
~21.79%
Wealth tax
None. Instead, there is the ENFIA, a recurrent property tax.
Inheritance / estate
1–10% for close family, known as Category A, rising to as much as 40% for unrelated heirs.
Property tax
The ENFIA, an annual property tax based on value.

How the system works

Tax system
Worldwide (residence-based)
Foreign income
Taxed (worldwide)
Taxes by citizenship
No
Exit tax
No
CFC rules
Yes
CRS
Participating
Special regime
Non-doms can pay a flat EUR 100k on foreign income with a EUR 500k investment. There is also a 7% pensioner regime and a 50% reduction for expats and digital nomads. All three are often paired with the Golden Visa.

The rates below are indicative headline figures (top marginal, standard, and headline rates), reviewed 2026-07. Brackets, surcharges, and state, provincial or cantonal taxes vary. Treat this as a reference map, not advice.

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Frequently asked

What is the income tax rate in Greece?

The top marginal personal income tax rate in Greece is 44%. Rates are progressive, from 9–44%, with the top rate kicking in from EUR 60k after the mid-band cuts under Law 5246/2025.

What is the corporate tax rate in Greece?

The headline corporate income tax rate is 22%.

Does Greece tax capital gains?

Capital gains for individuals: 15%, applied to real estate and securities..