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Find Your Unclaimed Money in Greece

Greek banks transfer dormant accounts to the Greek State (Public Revenue Authority) after 20 years. Here's how to search for unclaimed funds in Greece free.

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Unclaimed Money in Greece

Greece requires banks to transfer dormant accounts to the Greek State (through the Independent Authority for Public Revenue / AADE) after 20 years of inactivity. Before the 20-year mark, funds remain with the individual bank. Greece went through a severe banking crisis (2010–2018) during which several banks were merged or wound down — this has created a complex landscape for tracing older accounts.

The Bank of Greece (Τράπεζα της Ελλάδος / BoG) oversees the banking system and can provide regulatory guidance. Given the number of bank mergers and restructurings, it is essential to understand the corporate history of any bank involved.

How to Search Greek Dormant Accounts

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Eurobank

One of Greece's four systemic banks. Traces legacy accounts from Ergasias Bank and others. Contact via eurobank.gr.

✓ Major systemic bank
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Alpha Bank

Another systemic bank. Alpha acquired Emporiki Bank (formerly Crédit Lyonnais Greece) and its legacy accounts. Contact via alpha.gr.

✓ Covers Emporiki accounts
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National Bank of Greece (NBG)

Greece's oldest and once-largest bank. NBG holds decades of historical accounts. Contact via nbg.gr.

✓ Oldest Greek bank — legacy accounts
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Piraeus Bank

The fourth systemic bank. Piraeus acquired assets from ATEbank, Geniki, and other failed banks during the crisis. Contact via piraeusbank.gr.

✓ Absorbed multiple failed banks

Greek AFM Tax Number

The Greek AFM (Αριθμός Φορολογικού Μητρώου — Tax Registration Number) is a 9-digit identifier used for all Greek financial accounts. It is the most efficient search tool for dormant Greek bank accounts.

For deceased estates, a Κληρονομητήριο (certificate of inheritance) from the Greek court (Πρωτοδικείο) is required. Greek probate proceedings can be complex, particularly for non-residents, and a Greek lawyer (δικηγόρος) should be engaged for cross-border estate claims.

What happened to accounts in failed Greek banks?
During the 2010–2018 crisis, several Greek banks were resolved: ATEbank, Hellenic Postbank, Proton Bank, FBB, and others. Their good assets and deposits were transferred to the four systemic banks (Eurobank, Alpha, NBG, Piraeus). Accounts at these banks should be traceable through the acquirer banks.
What is HDIGF's role?
The Hellenic Deposit and Investment Guarantee Fund (Ταμείο Εγγύησης Καταθέσεων και Επενδύσεων / TEKE) guarantees deposits up to €100,000 in Greek banks. It does not hold unclaimed deposits — its role is deposit insurance, not custody of dormant accounts.
After 20 years, how do I claim from the Greek State?
Claims for accounts transferred to the Greek State (AADE) must be submitted through AADE. You will need proof of identity (AFM, passport) and documentation proving connection to the account.
Are Greek government bonds (GGBs) traceable?
Greek government bonds and other securities may be held at the Bank of Greece's securities depository. For old bearer bonds or securities from before the electronic era, the Bank of Greece (bankofgreece.gr) can advise.

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