Greek Real Estate agencies and IDs

LauraVR New member

Member since 12 November 2020

LauraVRNew member20 November 2020 20:25:28

Hi, I was wondering about laws in Greece concerning real estate agencies asking for IDs copy for sending basic information. Are they allowed to collect these info, as we know, there's many data scandal, at the moment.

concertina Serial expat

Member since 05 April 2013

concertinaSerial expat22 November 2020 22:06:09

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I havnt heard of that and its not a good idea to do so,you are only asking basic information I presume on line,A new rule is if you go to view a property with an agent you must fill in a paper with your name and address and sign but no ID is required.

LauraVR New member

Member since 12 November 2020

LauraVRNew member23 November 2020 15:36:55

Thank you for this clarification. I felt something was off. I just asked for the confirmation of the living surface area of one house in particular, and the agent only sent me other ads I never asked for, and also super overpriced, and then replied that if I want more info, I must sent him a copy of my passport.

concertina Serial expat

Member since 05 April 2013

concertinaSerial expat23 November 2020 15:56:32

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Hi LauraVR,Oh dear,its very difficult,the buying game and if you tap in..houses for sale..in the area you want you will see more local agents on sites which many agents use,more regional agents.It will take time and patience to find what you want,just use caution at all times and just ask for any information.Be aware of the age of the property and its building standards with regard to earthquakes.