How long do I have to make a claim in Greece?
General limitation rules in Greece. Indicative only: exceptions, suspensions and recent reforms are common, so confirm your deadline with a lawyer.
- Contract claims
- 5–20 years. General period 20 years; many commercial and service claims 5 years.
- Non-contractual damages (tort)
- 5 years (from knowledge)
- Personal injury
- 5 years (from knowledge)
- Employment (e.g. dismissal)
- Varies, ask a lawyer
- Fraud (civil claim)
- 5 years (from knowledge)