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The freedom to:

1. bargain collectively and conclude collective agreements;
2. strike;
3. and form, and participate in, trade unions;
4. The principle of equal pay for equal work.

        EU nationals can work in Greece under the same conditions as Greek citizens and no work permit is required. However, a residence permit must be obtained. They are valid for five years, starting from the date following the filing of the application. Usually, residence permits are issued on the day that the application is filed.

Non-EU nationals must obtain both a work permit and a residence permit. Applications for a work permit (including a list of supporting documents, such as a certified copy of the employee's passport and the employment contract) are submitted to the prefecture (district) where the employer has its seat or address, together with the appropriate fees.

The work permit takes about three months to process and its duration varies, depending on how many years the employee has been a Greek resident. An employee must obtain a work permit before he can obtain a residence permit. For residence permits, the employee must submit the application and documentation to the municipality where the employer.

A European EU passport holders wishing to stay in Greece for more than three months need to obtain a residence permit.  Application MUST be made in person within three months of the date of arrival in Greece. Application should be made to the nearest police station. The grant of residence permits and their renewal is entirely a matter for the Greek authorities and the Embassy or Consulates cannot support applications or intervene on behalf of the applicants. Since regulations concerning residence and employment are under review, you should check with your nearest Greek Consular office in Britain for up-to-date information.

EU nationals can work in Greece under the same conditions as Greek citizens and no work permit is required. However, a residence permit must be obtained. They are valid for five years, starting from the date following the filing of the application. Usually, residence permits are issued on the day that the application is filed.

RESIDENCE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS for employed persons and their family.

As from 1 January 1988 nationals of the European Union are allowed to work in Greece without work permits.  However, residence permits ARE required.  Employment must be found within THREE months from the date of entry and all employees should apply for a residence permit at the nearest police station.

The following documents will be required when applying for the issue of a residence permit:

1) IN THE CASE OF THE WORKING PERSON

a) The passport on which the applicant entered Greece.

b) A statement by the applicant’s employer, duly certified by the local Labour Inspectorate, specifying nature and duration of the work to be done by the applicant.

(NB: The medical certificate, which had previously been required according to Article 12 of Presidential Decree No. 499 / 1987 has now been abolished according to the provisions of Presidential Decree No. 403 / 2001.)

2) IN THE CASE OF MEMBERS OF HIS/HER FAMILY

a) A document issued by the appropriate authority of the country of origin showing their relationship, i.e. marriage/birth certificates.

b) that the persons in question are supported by the applicant, or live under the same roof as he/she, in that country.

c) The documents at 1) a).

Every time employees change work they must report the change to the local Labour Inspectorate Office of the new employer’s area.  Persons who are coming to Greece to work for THREE months only, should report this fact to the nearest Aliens Police or police station within 8 days of their date of arrival in Greece. Our contact with us is the most important decision you will make in your search for a second or new home in the sun.  In order to assist our clients in this major decision, we have selected a quick response, active solution system that will help us respond directly on the property areas directly of interest to you, rather than wasting your time sifting through information that is not relevant to your prime area of interest.

Once the permit is granted then you are free to move around the country except in the military areas, which there are many and other restricted areas. In line with your Tax number you can freely purchase a home, buy a car and other white goods even start a business in Greece.

Greece has many jobs during the tourist seasons. The influx of tourists offer many jobs during the 7 month season.