13 November 2026

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All you need to know as an expat living in Greece, from practical advice on Moving to Greece to understanding local Traditions and Etiquette.

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Jobs in Greece: Where the Opportunities Are and WhatzNext’s Advice

Georgia Papageorgiou, founder of WhatzNext, shares practical advice on finding work in Greece, preparing a CV and restarting a career as an expat.

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Greece’s Social Media Ban for Under-15s: What Parents Need to Know Before January 2027

Greece's social media ban for under-15s takes effect on 1 January 2027. Children born in 2013 or later will be affected. Find out.

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28 October – Ohi Day: Why Does Greece Celebrate Its Entry into World War II Rather Than Its Liberation?

Greece celebrates Ohi Day on 28 October, marking its refusal of Italy's 1940 ultimatum. Discover why the Greco-Italian War, commemorations during the Axis.

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Insurance in Greece for Expats: Health, Car, Home and Travel Cover Explained

A practical guide to insurance in Greece for expats, covering health, car, home and travel insurance, EU and non-EU rules, ENFIA reductions, residence-permit.

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Foreign-Registered Cars in Greece: AADE Checks, the Six-Month Rule and What Residents Need to Know

Using a foreign-registered car in Greece? Understand the six-month rule, residence requirements, AADE checks and what changes when you move permanently.

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Greece’s Tech Visa and Talent Visa: Who Can Apply and What Has Changed

Updated: 14 September 2026 Greece has introduced two new routes for highly qualified professionals from outside the European Union. The Tech Visa allows.

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Choosing a Private Doctor in Greece: What to Check Before Treatment

Before choosing a private doctor in Greece, check the doctor’s registration and recognised specialty, as well as the premises’ operating authorisation.

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Why Rokos Capital Management, Millennium and Verition Are Looking at Greece

Three prominent global hedge funds are establishing or considering a presence in Athens. What is drawing investment managers to Greece?

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Moving to Greece

Buying Property in Greece? What the Proposed 15% Tax Means for Non-EU Buyers

Greece has announced plans to increase property-transfer tax from 3% to 15% for purchasers from outside the EU. Here is what is known,.

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Thessaloniki Explained: The History of Northern Greece’s Great Metropolis

Explore more than 2,300 years of Thessaloniki’s history, from its Macedonian foundation and Roman and Byzantine prominence to Ottoman rule, modern Greece and.

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