How to start Business in Greece

After the recent developments in the euro zone, all investing insecurity relating to the probable exit of the country of euro zone has been minimized. On the other hand, recent changes which took place in the fiscal environment in Greece, have made the present time probably the best time ever to start new business in the country. In particular, the new steady and straight forward taxation system, the competitive labor cost (probably the lowest in euro zone), the motivations for new foreign investors, the simplification of the procedures of residence permits for the non EU businessmen and the non EU companies employees and the governmental strategy in attracting new investors, create a unique, very attractive investing environment at the present time. Administrative structures have become more flexible and transparent and fair competition is fostered. At the same time, Greek authorities are promoting the privatization program. There is a great interest on behalf of entrepreneurs regarding investments in the, infrastructures, and property in Greece. Other appealing sectors are: Tourism, Energy, Logistics, Information Technology & Telecommunications sector. Greece is offering many incentives for investments in the “green energy” sector, services, and production, such as solar, wind and hydroelectric parks.

Our business consulting section of is the most important advisor that an investor from Russia or other countries may wish for. Our network of professional experts and all the people working with Lawyers Greece use their skills and their long working experience, in order to support your entrepreneurial step in Greece . We discover all the investment prospects, we evaluate your company’s targets and we prepare mature business plans providing assistance throughout the whole procedure. We support you company throughout all the necessary negotiations and help you with all the due-diligence transactions.

We can support you with the following issues:

• Business formation, Mergers & Acquisitions
• Participation in businesses
• Establishment of subsidiaries
• Financial Book keeping
• Company law, Commercial Law, Real estate, Investment Law, Tax Law
• Residence permits for the non EU businessmen and the non EU companies
• Market analysis
• Location research
• Marketing and Sales master plans
• Negotiations and translations