Understanding the crucial step of
property transfer
Approach with confidence one of the final steps that officializes the purchase and secures ownership of your Athens property.
Finalization and transfer
The purchase concludes with the signing of the authentic deed before a Greek notary, the moment when the property legally passes to the buyer's name. This phase, governed by Greek law, guarantees security and transparency through the intervention of the notary, lawyer and cadastre (Ktimatologio).
It marks both the end of the buying process and the beginning of legal ownership of the real estate in Greece.
- Authentic deed read and explained in full
- Legal compliance guaranteed by the notary
- Procedure tracked and digitized by the State
Documents required for signing
Documents verified by the notary and lawyer ensure the validity and traceability of the transaction.
| # | Document | Role | Issued by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final sales contract | Legal basis of the sale (in Greek + translation) | Notary | Mandatory |
| 2 | ENFIA Clearance Certificate | Certifies the property's tax status | Tax administration | Fiscal |
| 3 | Buyer & seller AFM | Greek tax identifier | Tax authorities | Identity |
| 4 | Payment proofs | Transfers, bank deposits, certificate | Bank | Traceability |
| 5 | Urban planning certificate | Technical compliance of the property | Certified engineer | Case dependent |
Regulated fund transfer
The price is paid before or at signing by traceable transfer (no cash > €500). A Greek account is not mandatory but recommended (AML controls, taxes, utilities).
- Amounts > €500 mandatory via bank
- Bank certificate attached to notarial file
- Documentation kept and transmitted to tax authorities
Transfer key figures
Cadastre registration
Filing the deed is an important step as it officializes ownership in the buyer's name. Average timeframe: 2 to 4 weeks.
Registration steps
Electronic and secure process: the deed is transmitted, referenced, then archived in the land registry. A unique KAEK code identifies the property.
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