The AFM (Αριθμός Φορολολογικού Μητρώου) in Greece is a tax identification number that plays a key role in various transactions and interactions with government services.
Having an AFM in Greece is mandatory not only for Greek citizens but also for foreign nationals who are interested in:
opening a bank account,
employment within Greece,
registering a business,
buying or renting property,
signing contracts for utility services,
receiving social and medical services/benefits, and so on.
To obtain an AFM, you will need to fill out the appropriate application and submit it to the competent Tax Office, as well as provide:
a passport,
proof of legal residence in Greece (residence permit, visa, entry stamp),
proof of address,
a birth certificate.
The procedure, which in theory looks quite simple, in practice raises a lot of questions. The attorney's services can significantly simplify this process. Your lawyer will help you to collect and prepare all the necessary documents, carry out the necessary translations and legalisation of documents, submit an application to the tax authorities on your behalf and solve all issues arising in the process of obtaining the AFM.