7% flat tax for foreign pensioners (Art. 5B ITC) (Φορολόγηση συνταξιούχων αλλοδαπής (άρθρο 5Β ΚΦΕ))
7% flat tax for foreign pensioners (Art. 5B ITC) is a residence route in Greece (Estatus fiscal especial). Tax status, not a permit: transfer tax residence from a treaty country, receive foreign pension; then 7% on all foreign income for 15 yrs. Needs residence title (free movement, FIP, GV).
Special tax regimes for new residents →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
7% on all foreign-source income for 15 yrs
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoría | Estatus fiscal especial |
|---|---|
| Inversión | — |
| Tasas (familia) | — |
| Ingresos / año | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Estancia mín. | — |
| RP | — |
| Ciudadanía | — |
| Trabajo | yes |
| Requisitos | foreign pension recipients; not Greek tax-resident 5 of last 6 yrs |
| Impuestos | 7% on all foreign-source income for 15 yrs |
| A fecha de | 2026-10 |
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