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Alternative Tax Regime (7% flat for foreign pension income)
Greece · Special Tax Regime · 2026
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Flat Rate
7%
Duration
Up to 15 years
How it works
Foreign pensioners who transfer tax residency to Greece pay a flat 7% on all foreign-source income for 15 years.
Who qualifies?
Foreign pensioners who have not been Greek tax residents for 5 of the previous 6 years
Regime vs. Standard Rate
| Scenario | Rate / Tax |
|---|---|
| Standard Greece top rate | 44% |
| Alternative Tax Regime (7% flat for foreign pension income) rate | 7% |
| Potential saving vs. standard (at $100k) | Up to 23% lower |
Calculate your take-home under Alternative Tax Regime (7% flat for foreign pension income)
Enter your salary and select Greece + the alternative-resident regime in our calculator.
Not tax advice. Regime rules change — always verify with a qualified local tax advisor. See our methodology for data sources.