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Minimum Rental Periods
The minimum rental agreement period is typically 3 years.
Required Documents for Signing a Lease
Typical documents required to sign a lease are:
• Valid passport
• Greek Tax ID number
• Possibly letter of employment
Standard Security Deposit
The security deposit is equivalent to 2 months’ rent.
Local Norm for Returning the Security Deposit
The security deposit is returned after lease termination, completion of inspection, cleaning, and payment for final utilities.
Rental Commission
Should you utilize the services of a real estate agent to help you in your search, agencies usually collect rental commission equal to 1 months’ rent.
Payment of Rental Commission
Payment of the agent’s rental commission is typically split between the tenant and landlord.
Accepted Method of Payment
Wire transfer is the preferred method of payment.
School Fees
Typical school fees include:
• Registration and development fee.
• Tuition fees paid annually.
Schools may have additional fees for services such as bus transportation, extracurricular activities, learning support and special exams.
Accepted Method of Payment
Bank Transfer is the preferred method of payment.
Requirements
Typical documentation required to obtain a driver’s license include:
• Copy of valid passport
• Valid residence permit
• Valid driver’s licence from country of origin
• Translation of origin licene by the Foreign Ministry or lawyer of the issuing country’s consular authorities in Greece.
• Passport photo
• Two health certificates (from a pathologist and an opthamologist)
Additional Notes
EU driver’s licenses are valid in Greece. All other driver’s licenses have to be accompanied by an International driving permit obtained from the same country as where the driver’s license is issued.
Required Documents
In order to open a bank account, you may be asked for:
• Valid passport (or ID if EU national)
• Greek tax ID number
• Confirmation letter from employer
• Proof of residence (receipt for online submission of lease agreement to tax authorities)
• Non-EU nationals also require proof that they have applied for residence permit in Greece (Blue Receipt)
Time Required
Typically, opening a bank account can be completed same day, but must be handled in person at the bank.