New Airbnb Rules in Greece 2025: What Owners Must Know

Starting October 1st, 2025, new legal requirements for short-term rental properties in Greece will take effect. These are defined under Law 5170/2025, Article 3, and apply to all properties registered with an AMA (Property Registration Number) through the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE).

At Tree & Sea Homes, we help homeowners in Chios and other islands manage their properties safely and legally. Here is everything you need to know to prepare your Airbnb before the new rules start.

1. Main Living Areas and Comfort Standards

Your property must include main-use living areas (παρ. 95 του άρθρου 2 του ν. 4067/2012 (Α' 79)), like bedrooms, living rooms, and kitchens, with:

• Natural light (windows covering at least 10% of the room’s floor area)

• Natural ventilation (openings covering at least 5% of the floor area)

• Air conditioning (cooling & heating system in each bedroom)

💡 Tip: Portable AC units are recommended in buildings where outdoor units can’t be installed.

2. Mandatory Liability Insurance

Every property offered for short-term rental must have liability insurance that covers damages or accidents during a guest’s stay. This insurance must be issued by a legally licensed company listed on the Bank of Greece website.

3. Electrical and Fire Safety

All short-term rental homes must include the following safety features:

• A valid electrical installation certificate (ΥΔΕ) from a licensed electrician confirming the presence of a safety relay

• At least one 6kg fire extinguisher per 100 square meters

• Smoke detectors in all bedrooms and the kitchen

• Emergency lights and exit signs at the exits of the property

These safety measures ensure both compliance and guest protection.

4. Pest Control, First Aid Kit and Emergency Numbers

Each property must have:

• A valid pest control & disinfection certificate

• A First Aid Kit labeled in Greek and English (“ΠΡΩΤΕΣ ΒΟΗΘΕΙΕΣ / FIRST AID KIT”). It must include:

Product	Quantity
Hydrogen Peroxide (Oxygenated Water)	Bottle of at least 50 cc
Povidone-Iodine 10% Solution	Bottle of at least 30 ml
Sterile Gauze Pads	5 pieces of various sizes
Fabric Adhesive Plaster (white, at least 3 cm wide)	1 box
Elastic Bandage	1 piece
Adhesive Tape for Bandages	1 piece
Pressure Hemostatic Bandage	2 pieces of different sizes
Burn Relief Hydrogel Sachet	2 pieces
Ammonia Stick (for insect bites)	1 tube
Latex Gloves (with powder, non-sterile)	4 pieces

• A printed emergency phone list, including:

Service	Phone Number
European Emergency Service Line	112
Hellenic Police	100
Hellenic Fire Service	199
Medical Emergency Service – Ambulance (EKAV)	166
Poison Centre	+30 210 7793777
Hellenic Coast Guard	108
National Child Protection Helpline	1056
Nearest Hospital	(fill in local number)
Taxi Service	(fill in local number)

5. Legal Documentation and Registration

The property must also:

• have a legal building permit or legalization documents.

• be listed on the AADE Short-Term Rental Registry with a valid AMA number.

Without this, the property cannot be rented.

Need Help Managing Your Airbnb in Chios

If you own a home in Chios and want to rent it safely and legally, our local team can handle everything for you. From compliance and guest communication to cleaning and maintenance, we make sure your property operates smoothly under the new 2025 law.

Contact us today for a free consultation.

You can download the official Ministry of Tourism document with all requirements here.