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by Taxeu · Published February 21, 2025
In a nutshell, the benefits of golden visa are summarized as follows: 5-year permit validity for non-EU residents Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area No minimum stay in Greece is required Low investment threshold compared...
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by Taxeu · Published January 30, 2025
In recent years, Greece has strengthened its tax framework to combat tax avoidance and profit shifting, aligning with the European Union’s Anti-Tax Avoidance Directive (ATAD) and OECD BEPS guidelines. One of the key provisions in...
The Property Tax (ENFIA) is an annual tax imposed on real estate property in Greece. It was introduced in 2013 under Law 4223/2013, replacing earlier taxes like the Emergency Special Duty on Electrified Structured Spaces....
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by Taxeu · Published January 10, 2025 · Last modified January 16, 2025
Free stocks and stock options plans are powerful incentives for attracting and retaining talent in companies. These programs align employees’ goals with the company’s success by offering financial rewards tied to company performance. They motivate...
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by Taxeu · Published December 31, 2024 · Last modified January 16, 2025
In an effort to attract new investments, stimulate the economy, and combat unemployment, the Greek government has introduced tax incentives under Article 22A of the Income Tax Code, as amended by L.5162/2024. These incentives specifically...
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by Taxeu · Published December 16, 2024 · Last modified January 16, 2025
New tax reliefs and changes in compliance procedure were voted for by the Greek Parliament on 05.12.2024. The new measures relieve property owners and are expected to increase the supply of properties on the market....
TAX HIGHLIGHTS
#Greece
Corporate Tax: 22%
Dividend Tax: 5%
VAT: 6% | 13% | 24%
Interest: 15%
Royalties: 20%
Capital Gains: 15%
#UK
Corporate Tax: 19-25%
Dividend Tax: 0% for non-residents
VAT: 0% | 5% | 20%
Interest: usual income tax rates for residents
Royalties: 0% withholding tax
Capital Gains: usual income tax rates for residents, 0% for non-residents
#Malta
Corporate Tax: 35% (refund applicable to non-residents)
Dividend Tax: 0%
VAT: 0% | 5% | 7% | 18%
Interest: 0% for non-residents
Royalties: 0% for non-residents
Capital Gains: 0% to 8%
