Greece

Currency
Euro (EUR)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
22.54%

About 

Greece

Greece, a southeastern European country and member of the EU and Eurozone, offers a skilled workforce, competitive labor costs, and a strategic gateway to Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With an economy increasingly powered by tech, tourism, shipping, and professional services, Greece is emerging as an attractive location for global companies and remote team expansion. However, compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and collective agreements is essential.

Overview

Population
~10.3 million
Language
Greek
Capital
Athens
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Country code
+30
Min wage
910 EUR per month
Working hours
8 hours a day, starting between 8 am and 9 am
Weekdays
Monday to Friday
Work hours per week
40 hours

Payroll

Cycle

Monthly

Avg employer tax

22.54%

Taxation

Tax breakdown - Employer
Average Employer Contributions
~22.5% of gross salary
Average Employee Contributions
~15.3% of gross salary

Employer Contributions:

Social Security (EFKA):
~22.5%
Includes pension, healthcare, maternity, unemployment, and occupational insurance

Employee Contributions:

Social Security (EFKA)
~15.3%
Solidarity Contribution
Suspended in recent years but may be reintroduced

Personal Income Tax (progressive):

Up to EUR 10,000
9%
EUR 10,001 – 20,000
22%
EUR 20,001 – 30,000
28%
EUR 30,001 – 40,000
36%
Above EUR 40,000
44%
VAT

24%

Holidays / PTO

Public holidays in 2024
  • 1 Jan: New Year's Day
  • 6 Jan: Epiphany
  • 15 Mar: Clean Monday
  • 25 Mar: 25th of March (national holiday)
  • 25 Mar: Annunciation of the Lord
  • 30 Apr: Orthodox Good Friday
  • 1 May: Labor Day / May Day
  • 3 May: Orthodox Easter Monday
  • 4 May: Day off for Labor Day / May Day
  • 21 Jun: Orthodox Holy Spirit Monday
  • 15 Aug: Dormition of the Holy Virgin
  • 28 Oct: The Ochi day
  • 25 Dec: Christmas Day
  • 26 Dec: Synaxis of the Mother of God
Sick days
  • First 3 days: Paid by the employer at 50% of daily wage
  • Day 4 onward: Covered by Social Security (EFKA) at 50%–70% depending on tenure
  • Medical certification is mandatory
Maternity leave
  • 17 weeks total (8 weeks before + 9 weeks after childbirth)
  • Paid by Social Security at full salary (capped)
  • Additional 6 months of leave may be taken with a subsidy (if requested)
Paternity leave
  • 14 working days paid leave
  • Must be taken within 30 days of the child’s birth
  • Paid by employer

Parental Leave:

  • Up to 4 months unpaid per parent until the child turns 8
  • Additional care leave or flexible work schedules may apply based on family size or special needs

Termination Process

Valid Grounds for Termination

  • Can include redundancy, performance issues, restructuring, or misconduct
  • Termination must be in writing and officially reported to the Labor Authorities (ERGANI system)

Notice Period (based on tenure)

  • 0–1 year: No notice (but compensation required)
  • 1–2 years: 1 month
  • 2–5 years: 2 months
  • 5–10 years: 3 months
  • 10+ years: 4 months
  • If no notice is given, payment in lieu is required

Severance Pay

  • Based on tenure and whether notice was provided:
    • 1 year: 1 month’s gross salary
    • 2–4 years: 2 months
    • 4–6 years: 3 months
    • 6–10 years: 4 months
    • 10–16 years: 5–6 months
    • 28 years: up to 12 months
  • Extra months may be added if no notice is given

Probation Period

  • First 12 months of an open-ended contract are considered probation
  • Termination during this period does not require notice or severance

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Tax Calculation

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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
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Greece

Greece, a southeastern European country and member of the EU and Eurozone, offers a skilled workforce, competitive labor costs, and a strategic gateway to Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With an economy increasingly powered by tech, tourism, shipping, and professional services, Greece is emerging as an attractive location for global companies and remote team expansion. However, compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and collective agreements is essential.
Contractor Management
EOR
Payroll
Contractor of Record
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
22.54%

Overview

Population
~10.3 million
Language
Greek
Capital
Athens
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Country code
+30
Min wage
910 EUR per month
Working hours
8 hours a day, starting between 8 am and 9 am
Weekdays
Monday to Friday
Work hours per week
40 hours

Payroll

Salaried Employees
Monthly, wages typically paid by the end of the month
Time-Based Employees
Monthly, wages typically paid by the end of the month
Avg employer tax

22.54%

Tax Breakdown

Average Employer Contributions
~22.5% of gross salary
Average Employee Contributions
~15.3% of gross salary

Employer Contributions:

Social Security (EFKA):
~22.5%
Includes pension, healthcare, maternity, unemployment, and occupational insurance

Employee Contributions:

Social Security (EFKA)
~15.3%
Solidarity Contribution
Suspended in recent years but may be reintroduced

Personal Income Tax (progressive):

Up to EUR 10,000
9%
EUR 10,001 – 20,000
22%
EUR 20,001 – 30,000
28%
EUR 30,001 – 40,000
36%
Above EUR 40,000
44%

VAT

VAT

24%

Tax Calculation for Greece
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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Request a detailed quotation
How it works

Onboarding Process

Onboarding in Greece typically includes the following steps to ensure a smooth transition for new hires:

Employment Contract

  • Must be written and signed before the start date
  • Should include job title, salary, hours, probation terms, and reference to applicable collective agreements
  • Must be in Greek(or bilingual)

ERGANI Notification

New hires must be reported to the ERGANI platform (Ministry of Labor) at least one day before starting work

Social Security & Tax Setup

  • Ensure registration with EFKA (social insurance) and AADE (tax authority)
  • Collect:
    • Tax ID (AFM)
    • Social security number (AMKA)
    • IBAN
    • Residence/work permits (for non-EU hires)

Payslip & Payroll Setup

  • Must reflect base salary, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and 13th/14th salary payments
  • Payslips must be issued monthly and accessible to employees

Orientation & Documentation

  • Provide internal policies, GDPR consent forms, safety training, and role-specific onboarding
  • Inform employees of working time limits, leave entitlements, and collective agreement conditions

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Key Elements of an Employment Contract in Greece
When drafting an employment contract for employees in Greece, the following key elements should be included:

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

Employee Leave Policies

Sick days
  • First 3 days: Paid by the employer at 50% of daily wage
  • Day 4 onward: Covered by Social Security (EFKA) at 50%–70% depending on tenure
  • Medical certification is mandatory
Maternity leave
  • 17 weeks total (8 weeks before + 9 weeks after childbirth)
  • Paid by Social Security at full salary (capped)
  • Additional 6 months of leave may be taken with a subsidy (if requested)
Paternity leave
  • 14 working days paid leave
  • Must be taken within 30 days of the child’s birth
  • Paid by employer

Parental Leave:

  • Up to 4 months unpaid per parent until the child turns 8
  • Additional care leave or flexible work schedules may apply based on family size or special needs

12 Public holidays in Greece
1st
New Year's Day
6th
Epiphany
3rd
Clean Monday
25th
Independence Day
18th
Good Friday
2th
Easter
21st
Easter
1st
Labor Day
17th
Holy Spirit
15th
Assumption of Mary
28th
Ochi Day
25th
Christmas Day
26th
Boxing Day
  • 1 Jan: New Year's Day
  • 6 Jan: Epiphany
  • 15 Mar: Clean Monday
  • 25 Mar: 25th of March (national holiday)
  • 25 Mar: Annunciation of the Lord
  • 30 Apr: Orthodox Good Friday
  • 1 May: Labor Day / May Day
  • 3 May: Orthodox Easter Monday
  • 4 May: Day off for Labor Day / May Day
  • 21 Jun: Orthodox Holy Spirit Monday
  • 15 Aug: Dormition of the Holy Virgin
  • 28 Oct: The Ochi day
  • 25 Dec: Christmas Day
  • 26 Dec: Synaxis of the Mother of God

Termination Process

Valid Grounds for Termination

  • Can include redundancy, performance issues, restructuring, or misconduct
  • Termination must be in writing and officially reported to the Labor Authorities (ERGANI system)

Notice Period (based on tenure)

  • 0–1 year: No notice (but compensation required)
  • 1–2 years: 1 month
  • 2–5 years: 2 months
  • 5–10 years: 3 months
  • 10+ years: 4 months
  • If no notice is given, payment in lieu is required

Severance Pay

  • Based on tenure and whether notice was provided:
    • 1 year: 1 month’s gross salary
    • 2–4 years: 2 months
    • 4–6 years: 3 months
    • 6–10 years: 4 months
    • 10–16 years: 5–6 months
    • 28 years: up to 12 months
  • Extra months may be added if no notice is given

Probation Period

  • First 12 months of an open-ended contract are considered probation
  • Termination during this period does not require notice or severance

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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Greece

العملة
Euro (EUR)
تردد الرواتب
Monthly
ضرائب أصحاب العمل
22.54%

عن 

Greece

Greece, a southeastern European country and member of the EU and Eurozone, offers a skilled workforce, competitive labor costs, and a strategic gateway to Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With an economy increasingly powered by tech, tourism, shipping, and professional services, Greece is emerging as an attractive location for global companies and remote team expansion. However, compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and collective agreements is essential.

ملخص

التركيبة السكانية
~10.3 million
اللغة
Greek
العاصمة
Athens
العملة
Euro (EUR)
رمز الاتصال الدولي
+30
الحد الأدنى للأجور
910 EUR per month
ساعات العمل
8 hours a day, starting between 8 am and 9 am
أيام الأسبوع
Monday to Friday
ساعات العمل اسبوعيا
40 hours

الرواتب

موعد صرف الرواتب

Monthly

متوسط ​​ضريبة صاحب العمل

22.54%

تحصيل الضرائب

التوزيع الضريبي - صاحب العمل
Average Employer Contributions
~22.5% of gross salary
Average Employee Contributions
~15.3% of gross salary

Employer Contributions:

Social Security (EFKA):
~22.5%
Includes pension, healthcare, maternity, unemployment, and occupational insurance

Employee Contributions:

Social Security (EFKA)
~15.3%
Solidarity Contribution
Suspended in recent years but may be reintroduced

Personal Income Tax (progressive):

Up to EUR 10,000
9%
EUR 10,001 – 20,000
22%
EUR 20,001 – 30,000
28%
EUR 30,001 – 40,000
36%
Above EUR 40,000
44%
ضريبة القيمة المضافة

24%

العطل / PTO

العطلات الرسمية في عام 2024
  • 1 Jan: New Year's Day
  • 6 Jan: Epiphany
  • 15 Mar: Clean Monday
  • 25 Mar: 25th of March (national holiday)
  • 25 Mar: Annunciation of the Lord
  • 30 Apr: Orthodox Good Friday
  • 1 May: Labor Day / May Day
  • 3 May: Orthodox Easter Monday
  • 4 May: Day off for Labor Day / May Day
  • 21 Jun: Orthodox Holy Spirit Monday
  • 15 Aug: Dormition of the Holy Virgin
  • 28 Oct: The Ochi day
  • 25 Dec: Christmas Day
  • 26 Dec: Synaxis of the Mother of God
الإجازات المرضية
  • First 3 days: Paid by the employer at 50% of daily wage
  • Day 4 onward: Covered by Social Security (EFKA) at 50%–70% depending on tenure
  • Medical certification is mandatory
إجازة الأمومة
  • 17 weeks total (8 weeks before + 9 weeks after childbirth)
  • Paid by Social Security at full salary (capped)
  • Additional 6 months of leave may be taken with a subsidy (if requested)
إجازة الأبوة
  • 14 working days paid leave
  • Must be taken within 30 days of the child’s birth
  • Paid by employer

Parental Leave:

  • Up to 4 months unpaid per parent until the child turns 8
  • Additional care leave or flexible work schedules may apply based on family size or special needs

إنهاء العقد

عملية الإنهاء

Valid Grounds for Termination

  • Can include redundancy, performance issues, restructuring, or misconduct
  • Termination must be in writing and officially reported to the Labor Authorities (ERGANI system)

Notice Period (based on tenure)

  • 0–1 year: No notice (but compensation required)
  • 1–2 years: 1 month
  • 2–5 years: 2 months
  • 5–10 years: 3 months
  • 10+ years: 4 months
  • If no notice is given, payment in lieu is required

Severance Pay

  • Based on tenure and whether notice was provided:
    • 1 year: 1 month’s gross salary
    • 2–4 years: 2 months
    • 4–6 years: 3 months
    • 6–10 years: 4 months
    • 10–16 years: 5–6 months
    • 28 years: up to 12 months
  • Extra months may be added if no notice is given

Probation Period

  • First 12 months of an open-ended contract are considered probation
  • Termination during this period does not require notice or severance

فترة الإشعار

For employees who have served for the stated time period the following notice is required:

  • From 12 completed months to two years, one month's notice
  • From two to five years, two months' notice
  • From five to 10 years, three months' notice
  • Served 10 years or more, four months' notice
مكافأة نهاية الخدمة

The severance pay is depended on the length of time an employee has worked for the employer. The amounts are stipulated as:

  • 1 year - two months gross salary
  • 4-6 years - three months gross salary
  • 6-8 years - four months gross salary
  • 10 years - 6 months gross salary
  • 11 years - seven months gross salary
  • 12 years - eight months gross salary
  • 13 years - nine months gross salary
  • 14 years - ten months gross salary
  • 15 years - 11 months gross salary
  • Over 16 years - 12 months gross salary
فترة الاختبار

Usually 12 months

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تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف الشهرية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الراتب الشهري
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب الشهري
GBP 5,137
الراتب الشهري الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف السنوية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الرواتب السنوية
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب السنوي
GBP 5,137
الراتب السنوي الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
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