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Greece implements new inheritance laws 2026

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On September 16, 2026, Greece officially implemented Law 5303/2026, marking the first major overhaul of the nation’s inheritance system in approximately 80 years. The new regulations, which replace the Fifth Book of the Civil Code, apply to deaths occurring on or after the implementation date. A central feature of the reform is the significant limitation on heir liability; debts of the deceased generally no longer extend to the personal assets of the heirs, provided the heir does not manage the estate in violation of specific rules. The reform also modifies the inheritance share of a surviving spouse, adjusts the protection of the legal portion for excluded children by converting it into a monetary claim to prevent real estate fragmentation, and introduces inheritance agreements via notarized contracts. Additionally, the law provides monetary compensation for unpaid caregivers and maintains the validity of holographic wills. Following the implementation, the Greek Ministry of Justice announced the creation of a ~~centralized digital platform~~ Central Digital Inheritance Platform to ~~support the new framework.~~ modernize procedures. This initiative aims to increase transparency and reduce bureaucracy by allowing certified heirs to submit a single application through a unified portal. The platform will aggregate data from tax administrations, banks, insurance funds, and land registries to provide comprehensive information on assets—such as real estate and investments—and liabilities, including debts to the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) and e-EFKA. A working group chaired by Professor ~~George~~ Georgios Lekkas is responsible for formulating the legal framework for these digital reforms. The professional association POMIDA has expressed satisfaction with the initiative, noting its importance in preventing the accidental assumption of debts that characterized previous economic crises.

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