Working in Greece for a corporation in the UK

By Mark 12 June 2022

Can I work remotely in Greece for a company in the UK?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. The company you wish to work for has a Greek office.
  2. The company is registered in the UK.
  3. The company has a UK bank account.
  4. You have a UK passport.
  5. You have a Greek residence permit.

How can I find a remote job in the UK while living in Greece?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in the UK even if you are located in Greece, for that we will have to dig into the work visa system.

You need to have a good understanding of the UK visa system, and how it works.
You will need to have a valid UK work visa, and you will need to have the right skills for the job you are applying for.
If you are not located in the UK, you will need to have a good understanding of the UK visa system, and how it works.

How can I get paid in Greece when working remotely for a company in the UK?

It is possible to get paid in Greece while working for a company in the UK but it requires a bit of work.

The first thing you need to do is to open a bank account in Greece. You can do this at any bank in Greece and the process is fairly easy.
You will need to show your passport and proof of address in Greece. You will also need to fill out a form which will require you to provide your social security number and your bank account number.
Once you have opened the account you will need to send a copy of your passport and your bank statements to the company you are working for.
The company will then send you a form to complete which will need to be signed by you and your employer. This will need to be sent back to the company in the UK.
Once you have completed this form you will be able to withdraw money from your bank account in Greece.
It is possible to get paid in Greece while working for a company in the UK but it requires a bit of work.

Will I pay taxes in Greece or the UK when working remotely in Greece?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Greece for a corporation in the UK, so it is important to understand the rules.

When working for a corporation in the UK, you are likely to pay taxes in the UK. When working for a corporation in Greece, you are likely to pay taxes in Greece.
When you are working remotely in Greece, you are likely to pay taxes in Greece. However, you may not be required to pay any taxes to the UK, because the corporation in the UK is not required to pay any taxes in the UK.
If you work for a corporation in Greece, and you are a UK resident, you are likely to pay taxes in Greece.