When buying or selling a property, the following documents are required:

When buying or selling a property, the following documents are required:

Basic documents:

  • Property Title Deed

  • Building Permit

  • Topographic Diagram (Survey Plan)

  • Completion Document of Legalization Procedure (if the property includes unauthorized constructions)

  • Engineer’s Certificate of Urban Planning Legality

  • Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

  • Building ID (Ηλεκτρονική Ταυτότητα Κτιρίου – HTK)

  • Tax Clearance Certificate of the Owner

  • Social Security Clearance Certificate of the Owner

  • ENFIA Property Tax Certificate

  • Municipal Certificate of Non-Debt for Real Estate Duty (TAP)

  • Property Transfer Tax Declaration

  • Certificate of Non-Debt for Inheritance / Parental Gift / Donation Tax

  • Copy of Buyer’s and Seller’s ID, Tax Registration Number (AFM) and Tax Office (DOY)


🏛️ Conclusion – Property Transfer Documentation

The bureaucratic process of property transfer in Greece can often complicate the completion of a sale.
Proper information and early preparation of the required documents will save you valuable time and effort.

If you are planning to sell your property, it is strongly recommended to consult both a notary public and a civil engineer.
They can guide you through the necessary steps to ensure that your property meets all technical and legal requirements.

The sooner you collect all the required documents, the faster and smoother the transfer of ownership will be completed.