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    Search Company Records in Greece

    3 free lookups per day. No sign-up required.

    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamLast verified June 2026Primary source: GEMI

    How do I search the business registry in Greece?

    The Greece business registry is operated by GEMI. It covers ΕΠΕ (Εταιρεία Περιορισμένης Ευθύνης). Search by business name to find the registered entity behind a trading name — free, no signup.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Search the trading name you were given

      Start with the name on the invoice, website or contract. It is often a trading name rather than the registered legal name.

    2. 2

      Identify the legal entity behind it

      GEMI records the legal entity. Matching a trading name to its registered entity is the whole point of a registry search — the two are frequently different.

    3. 3

      Check the entity type

      Greece recognises ΕΠΕ (Εταιρεία Περιορισμένης Ευθύνης). Entity type determines liability and who is legally responsible, so it matters before you contract.

    4. 4

      Note what the registry does not cover

      Sole traders and unregistered activity may not appear at all. An absent record is not automatically proof of fraud — it can simply mean the business is not required to register.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What does the Greece business registry cover?

    GEMI records ΕΠΕ (Εταιρεία Περιορισμένης Ευθύνης). Businesses that are not legally required to register — commonly small sole traders — may not appear.

    Can I search the Greece business registry by trading name?

    Yes, and that is usually the practical starting point. The registry will link the name to the registered legal entity where the two differ.

    Is a business registry search free in Greece?

    Yes. Name search and the public entry on GEMI are free. Only certified documents are chargeable.

    What if a Greece business has no registry entry?

    It may not be required to register, or it may be trading under a different legal name. Ask for the registration number directly before assuming either.

    What is an IKE?

    IKE (Ιδιωτική Κεφαλαιουχική Εταιρεία / Private Capital Company) was introduced in 2012 as a modern, flexible company form. It can be formed with just €1 capital and has simplified governance. It's becoming the most popular entity for new Greek businesses.

    People also ask about search the business registry in Greece

    The exact questions searchers type into Google — answered from the primary source.

    Is the Greece company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the GEMI are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Greece business registry?

    The GEMI is the official public register of companies incorporated in Greece. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.businessregistry.gr.

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