Greek Regulations on Short-Term Rentals (STR)

What are the latest changes to Greek STR regulations?

In 2024, the Greek government introduced new regulations affecting the Short-Term Rentals (STR) sector. The main changes include:

• The Vagrancy Fee (0.5%): This fee supports the development and maintenance of infrastructure and public goods in the tourism industry.
• The Climate Resilience Fee: This fee funds environmental protection initiatives and resilience against the climate crisis. For detailed information, visit the official Greek government page.
• Registration requirement: If you manage three or more properties, you must register as a business or legal entity.

How do I know if I need to comply with these changes?

If you lease your property in Greece for short-term rentals, these regulations apply to you. All hosts offering accommodations for temporary stays must adhere to these new requirements.

Which bookings are affected by these new regulations?

All check-ins from 2024 onwards are affected, regardless of when the booking was made.

Who pays the Vagrancy and Climate Resilience Fees?

As the host, you are responsible for remitting both fees to the authorities. Here's how each fee works:

• The Climate Resilience Fee: This is collected from your guests and must be listed as an additional fee on your property listing.
• The Vagrancy Fee: This is not directly charged to guests. It is calculated from the booking value and is borne by you as an additional cost.

I have guests who were not informed of the Climate Resilience Fee at the time of booking. How can I inform them?

Contact your guests directly through your preferred communication channel and inform them about the exact fee amount and accepted payment methods (cash, bank transfer, PayPal, etc.). Clear communication helps ensure smooth payment collection.

What actions are needed to update my properties?

Follow these steps to ensure compliance:

• Configure the Climate Resilience Fee correctly for every property with the updated rates set by the government.
• Note that the Climate Resilience Fee varies by property and season. For specific rate details, consult the official Greek government announcement.
• Be aware that Holidu's configuration allows only one standard fee for the whole year. Different fees per check-in month cannot be set in the system.
• For configuration questions, contact the Holidu Assistant for support.

I have 3 or more properties on Holidu. Do I need to do anything else?

Yes, you must address registration requirements with a local tax advisor. If registration is required, follow these guidelines:

• As an individual company: Your name remains your business's legal name on Holidu.
• As a legal entity: A new legal name might be required, which means you'll need a new Holidu account and property migration. The migration does not affect existing bookings, billing, or payment details.

If I still have questions, where can I get more information?

For comprehensive details about Greek STR regulations and the Climate Resilience Fee, visit the official page of the Greek government (AADE). You can also consult with a local tax advisor to ensure full compliance with all requirements specific to your situation.