Notary Services in Athens | Christina G. Pachou
At the notary office of Christina C. Pachou, in the heart of Athens (near the metro station “Akropolis”), we offer a full range of notarial services with absolute discretion and professionalism.
Safeguarding the interests of our clients is our top priority. Every case – from property transfers and parental transfers to company recommendations and power of attorney – is handledwith state-of-the-art technological infrastructure, ensuring speedy processing and an emphasis on legal security.
We provide a comprehensive service (legal and technical), in cooperation with specialized lawyers, brokers, tax advisors and engineers. The services provided are offered at reasonable prices with full transparency and no hidden charges, so you know the cost and process make your appointment today.
Buyers
Fast, efficient and completely legal completion of your transaction. Our experience guarantees security and peace of mind at every stage of the process.
Family law
Drafting and validation of civil partnerships, divorces, recognition of children and other acts concerning family relationships, with security and discretion.
Golden Visa
Specialised notarial and legal support for investors, including tax compliance and licensing issues.
Proxy
Drafting the appropriate type of power of attorney, tailored to the individual needs of the client.
Inherited
Services for the drafting of wills, secret and public wills, with the presence of witnesses and advice on all inheritance matters.
Parental Benefits Donations
Specialist support on all legal aspects of parental benefits and donations, ensuring legal compliance and clarity.
Tax issues
Tax planning and guidance on property, ENFIA, issuance of certificates for notarial acts and other tax obligations.
Companies
Establishment of companies, conclusion/amendment of standard articles of association for corporate forms (commercial, civil). Appointment of administrators and legal support of corporate acts.
Consulting
We provide legal consulting services by appointment and remotely via video conference to find the most efficient solution.
We provide comprehensive legal and notarial support at every stage of the purchase and sale, ensuring that your transaction is carried out smoothly, legally and with absolute security.
The Procedure in 4 Steps
Legal Due Diligence The buyer’s attorney conducts a thorough title check for the legality of the property, any encumbrances, debts, pending issues and its planning status.
This check is the foundation of the security of the transaction and fully protects the interests of the buyer.
2. Contract drafting
We prepare the preliminary and final purchase and sale contract, with clear terms and in full compliance with the applicable legislation, ensuring the protection of both parties.
3. Purchase contract
We coordinate the signing of the final contract before the notary, with the presence of all parties involved and the completion of the financial settlement in accordance with the law.
4. Transcription & Registration
We ensure the transcription of the deed at the Land Registry (where it still operates) or the registration at the Greek Land Registry, a procedure which is now exclusively carried out by the notary, thus completing the legal transfer of the property.
Collection of supporting documents & Coordination
The necessary documents are issued by the seller, in cooperation with his engineer and sometimes his accountant.
Our office undertakes:
The full coordination of all parties involved (seller, buyer, engineer, accountant, lawyer, notary).
Keeping written communication at every stage, for transparency and legal certainty.
Monitoring progress until the final completion of the transaction.
Contact us to schedule an appointment and receive guidance tailored to your needs.
Golden Visa requires an investment in Greek property worth between €400,000 and €800,000, depending on the region.
For cases of change of use from commercial to residential, the minimum investment threshold is €250,000.
The Role of the Notary
1.Purchase Contract We draw up and validate the notarial deed of purchase of the property, ensuring that the transfer of ownership is completed legally and with full security in your name.
2. Document Preparation
We undertake the complete preparation of all notarial and supporting documents required for the Golden Visa application, such as:
Powers of attorney for representation (if necessary)
Certified copies of passports and other documents
Official translations of foreign language documents
Certificates and solemn declarations
3. Coordination with a Lawyer
We work closely with your lawyer, who will take care of the legal submission of your application to the Ministry of Immigration.
If you require comprehensive support, our office will team up with a partner lawyer so that the process is seamless, without delays, in one place covering the entire Golden Visa process – reliably and transparently.
Greek law provides for three basic types of covenants:
1. Idiographic Covenant
The simplest form of will that you can write yourself and file it with the notary for safekeeping.
2. Public Testament
It is drawn up before a notary and is the safest form of will.
Procedure:
You declare your last wishes to the notary in the presence of three witnesses or one witness and another notary.
3. Secret Covenant
It combines elements of the two previous ones: it is drawn up by the testator but delivered stamped to the notary.
All wills that meet the legal requirements have the same legal force. That is:
A private will (without witnesses) is just as valid as a public or secret will
The presence of witnesses does not strengthen the legal validity of the will
So what makes the difference?
The difference lies in security, provability and difficulty of challenge. Contact us to guide you to the option that best suits your needs.
Yes, the Notary has this right and ability, which is now the norm.
The Notary’s access to the necessary documents (such as the tax and insurance information of the e-EFKA) is through special electronic interoperability applications developed for unpaid public officials.
This process is carried out without requiring the customer’s Taxisnet codes, thus ensuring both the speed of the transaction and the security of your personal data.
The legal basis for the direct access and issuance of documents by the Notary was established by the
Law 4607/2019 (Government Gazette A’ 65/24.04.2019) and in particular by Article 72 thereof, which provided for the electronic interoperability of Notaries with the Public Authorities (AADE, e-EFKA, Land Registry etc.etc.), stipulating that Notaries, within the framework of their competences, now have direct access and can issue the necessary certificates electronically.
You can call +30 210 300 3929 , send an email to pachoucontracts@gmail.com or make an appointment to come to our office at 12 Tziraion Street, near the metro station ‘Acropolis’. For remote clients and foreign residents, a video conference session is available.
Understanding the specific needs of each client, we can move for your convenience within the boundaries of competence, upon request.
Out-of-office notarial acts can be performed:
-In your home/office
-In a hospital or clinic
-In a retirement home
-In a penitentiary
This feature is particularly useful for people with health problems, reduced mobility or anyone with mobility difficulties.
Contact me to discuss your needs and arrange our meeting in the most convenient way for you.
Yes. We provide comprehensive legal and notarial services in English, German and Greek, supporting international investors operating in Greece.
Where required, we work with specialist interpreters to ensure that communication is clear and effective at every stage of the process.
At the same time, we prepare and translate documents into other languages, such as Arabic, Turkish, Hebrew and others, depending on the needs of each case.
Throughout the cooperation, we provide detailed reports and draft contracts, ensuring transparency, completeness and continuous information on the progress of your case.
Contact us by phone or email to arrange a consultation session and any documents you need.
With many years of experience and deep knowledge of the legal and tax framework, we offer specialized services that require constant information and vigilance. Our experienced team of legal advisors provides reliable solutions to:
- Property transactions and property management
- Settlement of unauthorised buildings and Land Registry issues
- Investment in real estate to obtain an investor residence permit (Golden Visa)
- Video conferencing (video conference)
A significant part of our clientele consists of Greek expatriates and foreign investors who trust our experience and reliability.
