Greece's new FDI incentives regime under Law 5338/2026: framework before the first call
Law 5338/2026 (ΦΕΚ Α' 159, 5 Oct 2026) creates an annual FDI incentive scheme for non-domestic capital; the first ministerial call has not been published yet.
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Source-linked notes on real estate, hospitality, industry, energy and the investment climate in Greece and Cyprus. Every figure links to its official or primary source and carries its reference period.
Law 5338/2026 (ΦΕΚ Α' 159, 5 Oct 2026) creates an annual FDI incentive scheme for non-domestic capital; the first ministerial call has not been published yet.
A reference list of official sources for property prices, sales, permits, construction costs and real-estate FDI in Greece and Cyprus, with frequency and caveats.
Greece: 22% corporate tax, 3% transfer tax plus surcharge, VAT and capital-gains suspensions to end-2026; Cyprus: 15% corporate tax and stamp duty abolished from 2026.
Greece blocks first-time short-let registrations in central Athens and central Thessaloniki to end-2026 and sets minimum standards; Cyprus requires registration.
Greece sets €800k, €400k and €250k real-estate thresholds by area and property type; Cyprus requires a €300k qualifying investment plus secured income.
Greek travel receipts rose 12% in January–July 2026 while Cypriot arrivals fell 7% to August; Ellinikon hotel projects state 2027 and 2029 targets.
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