Tax and residency confusion.. Help please

Hi, I just got my D class visa (financially independent person) and I'm a little confused about the next step.

I'm coming to Greece initially for a long holiday (12 months) Staying in a Studio apt for 1 year. Before I decide if I'll actually retire here.

I understand I have to go to Kos to get a residency permit, but do I have to pay tax in Greece?

I had to get my own medical insurance.


I'm using my savings and a small superannuation pension to support myself, I'm not yet of retirement age for the Australian Age pension.


I pay tax on my super in Australia.


The people at the Melbourne Consulate are lovely, but not terribly informative.


Mel

Your message is confusing

Kos is in greece

you pay Greek taxes if you become resident but can claim back taxes paid abroad

You need to find a competent and trusted accountant and lawyer / embassies are useless

greece is like the wild west - do as much research online first then talk to experts

Check out the Greek tax scheme that applies to expat pensioners. 7 to 9 percent on all income for 15 years. Not sure if it is EU citizens only.


My lawyer is "TaxOasis" in Crete

Hi Melanie,


The situation indeed seems a bit confusing..  The lawyers at Expat Law can help you. Take a look: ***

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