Buy A Shelf Company in Greece
Start your business in Greece with a legally registered, clean shelf company ready for immediate transfer and fully compliant with EU regulations.
Greece Ready Made Company includes:
No Greece Shelf companies available. We can help you set up a new company in Greece.
Greece Company Registration Process
Procedure to acquire a ready made company
Your chosen directors and shareholders of the new company sign official documents that allow us to make them the directors of your ready made company. We transfer the company into your power and it is ready to trade immediately.
Changing the company name of the Ready Made Company
We can also file a company name change the same day.
Appointing the new Directors
To appoint the directors of your new company you will need to sign official forms that state this. This can also be done through giving us a power of attorney to do this on your behalf.
We will be removed as directors of the company and it will be transferred over to you. You then receive the Certificate of Incorporation , Memorandum and Articles of Association of the company and the Company secretarial Forms.
Established Ready Made Shelf Companies, sometimes called old shelf or established companies, are dormant / inactive companies that were incorporated in the previous years but have never been active.
FAQs
What are the advantages of a Greek ready-made company?
A Greek ready-made (shelf) company allows you to launch your business operations quickly with a legally established company that has never traded. Key advantages include:
- Fast ownership transfer (usually within 1–3 business days)
- No prior financial or legal history
- Full compliance with Greek business regulations
- Facilitates faster VAT registration, licensing, and banking
- Ideal for entrepreneurs, EU investors, and international expansion
- Saves several weeks of incorporation time
What are the most common types of company formation in Greece?
The most common types of companies formed in Greece are:
- IKE (Idiotiki Kefalaiouhiki Etaireia): Private Company the most flexible and widely used for startups and SMEs. Requires minimal capital and can be established by one person.
- EPE (Eteria Periorismenis Efthynis): Limited Liability Company similar to an old version of the IKE, used less frequently now.
- AE (Anonymi Etairia): Public Limited Company designed for large-scale operations or public shareholding.
Other options include:
- OE (General Partnership)
- EE (Limited Partnership)
- Sole Proprietorships
How much share capital is required to form a Private Limited Company (IKE) in Greece?
The minimum share capital for an IKE is just €1, making it highly accessible for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
For other types:
- EPE: Minimum €4,500
- AE: Minimum €25,000
Shelf companies are usually registered with capital already in place, ensuring they are ready for transfer and use.
What are the key features of a Greek IKE (Private Company)?
- Limited liability for members
- Can be formed with just one member (single-shareholder structure)
- Minimal capital requirement (€1)
- Full foreign ownership is permitted
- Registered with the GEMI (General Commercial Registry)
- Eligible for Greek VAT registration
- Requires a registered address in Greece
- Annual tax filing and accounting obligations apply
What other types of company formation are available in Greece?
In addition to IKE, Greece also offers:
- AE (Public Limited Company): Suitable for larger corporations with a higher capital base
- EPE (Limited Liability Company): Traditional structure, still used in some sectors
- OE and EE (Partnerships): For two or more individuals with varying liability
- Sole Proprietorships: Simple setup, but no liability protection
- Branch Offices: For foreign companies expanding into Greece
Shelf Companies Unavailable – Let Us Assist You
We may not have shelf companies available in this location at the moment, but we can still set up a new company for you quickly and affordably. Let’s find the right solution for your business needs. Our team is here to help.