The New Greek Inheritance Law (Law 5303/2026) – what foreign clients need to know

Greece's New Inheritance Law: 13 Practical Questions and Answers What changes for families, property owners and international clients under Law 5303/2026? Greece has introduced one of the most significant reforms of its inheritance law in decades. Law 5303/2026 modernises succession planning, introduces inheritance contracts, changes the nature of forced-heirship rights, strengthens the position of surviving spouses and substantially limits heirs' personal liability for inheritance debts. The reform is particularly relevant to internationally connected families, foreign nationals residing in Greece, and individuals owning Greek real estate or family businesses.   An important clarification for international estates Owning property in Greece does not necessarily mean that Greek inheritance...