EORI Number in Greece

An EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number identifies your business to customs across the EU. This page explains the Greece EORI format, how to get one from Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), and lets you validate any number instantly.

Greece EORI format

Greek EORIs use the EL or GR prefix followed by the 9-digit tax identification number (AFM).

How to get an EORI number in Greece

1. Confirm your business is established in Greece (or has the required customs registration there).
2. Apply through AADE's ICISnet customs portal.
3. Have your AFM (tax number), company name and registered address ready.
4. Receive your EORI number — usually within a few working days — and validate it below before your first declaration.

Official source: Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE).

Cost, validity and processing time

• The EORI number is free — Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) does not charge for issuing it.
• It is valid EU-wide. Once any member state has issued your EORI, you do not need another one to declare goods in other EU countries.
• A business established outside the EU registers in the member state where it first lodges a customs declaration or appoints a representative — not necessarily Greece.
• Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

Why do Greek EORIs start with EL?

The EU uses EL as Greece's country code in tax and customs systems (as with Greek VAT numbers), so Greek EORIs are registered with the EL prefix followed by the AFM.

Do I need an EORI number to import into Greece?

Yes. Any business lodging a customs declaration in Greece — importing or exporting goods — needs a valid EORI number registered with the customs authority.

Where do I register for an EORI number in Greece?

EORI numbers for Greece are issued by Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE). You apply through their online customs registration service.

How do I check if an EORI number is valid?

Use the free EORI checker on this page. It validates the number in real time against the official European Commission EORI service and returns the registered trader where publicly consented.

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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm EORI requirements and validate any EORI number with the official European Commission EORI service and the relevant national customs authority before relying on them.