Greek Tax and Tax Number

One of the first things you should do when you decide to settle in Greece is to register for a tax number (AFM – pronounced aa-fee-mee). An AFM is required to buy a car, motorbike or property and to legally work in Greece. The local Greek Tax Office (Eforia) is the place to do this. Your accountant or lawyer can obtain one for you or you can apply yourself in person. Once you have an AFM you are required to submit a yearly tax return in Greece, regardless of income. There is a bilateral taxation agreement between the UK and Greece whereby persons are obliged to submit their tax declaration to the tax authorities in their country of  residence, irrespective of where his/her income arises.