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How Airbnb tax works in Greece
Short-term rental operators in Greece face three overlapping obligations: income tax on rental receipts (under the progressive rental income scale), a specific accommodation levy on turnover (1.5-2%), and registration and reporting requirements through the AADE short-term rental registry. The income tax applies to annual gross receipts under the same brackets as long-term rentals. The accommodation levy is an additional charge on top of the income tax and is calculated as a percentage of total turnover without any deductions. Both obligations are reported annually via the Taxisnet income tax return.
Example calculation
Annual Airbnb income: 20,000 EUR. Income tax: 12,000 x 15% + 8,000 x 35% = 1,800 + 2,800 = 4,600 EUR. Accommodation levy at 1.5%: 300 EUR. Total obligations: 4,900 EUR. Net income: 15,100 EUR. Effective total rate: 24.5%. Monthly net income: 1,258 EUR.
Tips and considerations
Display your Metroo registration number on all Airbnb and booking platform listings to avoid immediate platform removal and AADE penalties. Keep records of all income and nights rented. If your income approaches 12,000 EUR per year from a single property, consider whether registering the activity as a business for VAT purposes is required or advantageous. Consult a Greek accountant familiar with short-term rental tax compliance before the filing deadline each year.
Frequently asked questions
How is Airbnb income taxed in Greece?
Short-term rental income in Greece is taxed under the same progressive rental income brackets as long-term rentals: 15% on the first 12,000 EUR, 35% on 12,001-35,000 EUR, and 45% above 35,000 EUR of annual gross income. In addition, a special accommodation levy applies to short-term rental properties. As of 2025, the levy is 1.5% of annual turnover for properties categorised as Category A and 2% for Category B properties. Category is determined by the number of nights rented and the property size. Operators must register on the AADE Short-Term Accommodation Register (Metroo Vrachychronias Misthosis) and obtain a registration number to display on all listings.
Do I need to register my Airbnb property in Greece?
Yes. All properties rented on short-term platforms such as Airbnb, Booking.com, and VRBO in Greece must be registered on the Short-Term Accommodation Register (Metroo Vrachychronias Misthosis) operated by AADE. The registration number must appear on all listing pages. Registration is done via the Taxisnet portal. Properties earning more than 12,000 EUR per year from short-term rentals, or rented for more than 60 days per year, may also be required to register for VAT if the activity is deemed a business. Failure to register carries fines of 5,000-10,000 EUR and platforms are required to report earnings to AADE.
Can I operate an Airbnb in Greece as a company?
Yes. Operating short-term rentals through a Greek company (typically an IKE or EPE) subjects the income to the 22% corporate tax rate instead of the higher personal rental income brackets. This can be advantageous for high-income operators where personal rental income exceeds 35,000 EUR and would otherwise attract the 45% top bracket. However, operating through a company increases compliance costs (accountant fees, annual accounts, corporate returns) and distributions to the owner are subject to 5% dividend withholding tax. The net benefit depends on the scale of operation and should be evaluated with a Greek tax adviser.
What happens if I rent my property short-term without registering in Greece?
Operating a short-term rental in Greece without registration on the Metroo Vrachychronias Misthosis is illegal and carries significant penalties. AADE actively monitors Airbnb and other platform listings and cross-references them with property ownership records. Fines for unregistered short-term rental operations range from 5,000 to 50,000 EUR depending on the duration and scale of the infringement. The property owner is also liable for back income taxes plus penalties of 25-50% and interest at 8% per annum. Several high-profile enforcement campaigns in Athens and on popular islands have resulted in substantial penalties for unregistered operators.