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Greece — Business: Payroll

Greek social security is 13.37% for employees and 21.79% for employers (35.16% total) from 1 January 2025, capped at EUR 7,761.94 a month from 2026.

VerifiedProfessional tax guide — not a government sourcePwC Worldwide Tax Summaries, Greece (reviewed 8 September 2026)Last reviewed: 2026-10-26

Key facts

  • Employee contribution 13.37%, employer 21.79%, total 35.16% (effective 1 January 2025).
  • The monthly EFKA contribution cap is EUR 7,761.94 from 1 January 2026.
  • Standard VAT rate is 24%, with 13% and 6% reduced rates.
  • Source figures differ from commonly quoted 22.29% and 13.87%; the PwC page was reviewed 8 September 2026.

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