Business licence renewal in Greece
How to renew a business licence — how it works anywhere
Renewing a business licence in Greece typically involves updating electronic records through the national portal for businesses. Most requirements depend on the specific economic activity and the legal form of the company, which may necessitate filings with the General Commercial Registry (GEMI).
It is generally advisable to initiate the renewal or update process at least 60 days before the document expiry date. This allows for potential processing delays within the digital systems and provides buffer time to address any administrative requirements mandated by regional chambers or local authorities.
Start 60 days ahead
Processing times vary significantly based on the type of business activity and whether the sector requires additional certification from specialized regional ministries.
The process
- 1Verify the specific renewal requirements for the business activity code (KAD) through the national business portal.
- 2Log into the secure digital portal using Taxisnet credentials to access the company's registration profile.
- 3Submit any updated financial or operational declarations if required by the legal classification of the business.
- 4Pay the relevant administrative fees or annual contributions to the appropriate Chamber of Commerce.
- 5Download or request the digital certificate confirming the active status of the renewed licence.
What to bring
- Taxisnet login credentials for the legal representative
- Current registration number (GEMI number)
- Proof of payment for relevant administrative fees
- Updated certificates of compliance for specific industry regulations (if applicable)
Who handles it
Υπουργείο Ανάπτυξης (Ministry of Development) / Γενικό Εμπορικό Μητρώο (GEMI - General Commercial Registry)
https://www.businessportal.gr/
Fees are determined by the legal entity type and the specific Chamber of Commerce; these should be confirmed directly via the official GEMI portal or the local Chamber website.
What commonly goes wrong
- Failing to update contact information in the digital profile can lead to missed notifications regarding status changes.
- Operating with a mismatched NACE/KAD code for the actual business activities can lead to penalties.
- Certain specialized sectors require additional inspections or environmental certifications that must be renewed separately from the main licence.
Sources
- General Commercial Registry (GEMI) businessportal.gr
- Unified Digital Portal of the Public Administration (gov.gr) gov.gr
Don't rely on remembering
Renewals here take about 60 days to start. Add this document and Duratum will tell you when that window opens.