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Business

Dividend Withholding Tax
5% 17
Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €1,100 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €38,500)
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €850 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €29,750)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €1,000 per m² (e.g., 55 m² = €55,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €800 per m² (e.g., 55 m² = €44,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €950 per m² (e.g., 85 m² = €80,750)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €750 per m² (e.g., 85 m² = €63,750)
Corporate Tax
The standard corporate income tax rate is 22%. Credit institutions that joined the deferred-tax-asset regime pay 29%. 16
Tax System
Permanent residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are tax resident if you spend more than 183 days in Greece in any 12-month period, or if your centre of vital interests is here. 15 33
Highest Income Tax Bracket
44% is the top rate, on employment income, pensions and business profits above €60,000. Income from €40,000 to €60,000 is taxed at 39%. 15
VAT
Standard VAT is 24%, with a reduced rate of 13% and a super-reduced rate of 6%. Kozani, on the mainland, uses these national rates. 18
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Greece taxes undistributed income of a foreign company when the resident, alone or with affiliates, holds more than 50%, the foreign tax is under half the Greek tax, and more than 30% of the profit is passive. An EU or EEA company with real staff and premises is outside the rule. 19
Property Tax
ENFIA is the annual tax on property. From 2025 an insured home is charged 20% less when its taxable value is at most €500,000, or 10% less above that, if the policy covered the previous year for at least three months. 18
Property Transaction Tax
Transfers that are not charged VAT pay 3% real estate transfer tax, plus a municipal surcharge, 3.09% in total. 18
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Articles 5A, 5B and 5C are the inbound regimes: 5A for high-net-worth foreign income, 5B for pensions from abroad, and 5C for employment or business income earned in Greece. A digital nomad residence permit is separate from these regimes. Residents are taxed on worldwide income. 21 15

Essentials

City
Kozani, Western Macedonia, Greece 1
Population
The 2021 census counts 43,316 people in the town, 53,174 in the municipal unit and 67,224 in the municipality. 1 6
Internet Speed
Average 50-100 Mbps (VDSL widely available, FTTH expanding via Cosmote)
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 euro = 1.1205 US dollars, about 0.8925 euro per US dollar. 4
Tap Water
Tap water is drinkable in most tourist areas; taste varies on small islands, and bottled water is widely sold. 3
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 3
SIM Card
Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova are the main networks, and a prepaid SIM needs a passport or ID. Vodafone Combo 9GB is 14.50 euro for 30 days, with 9 GB, unlimited national calls and 100 SMS. Vodafone Data Day is 1.20 euro for 15 GB for 24 hours. 3 5
Banking for Expats
Revolut and Viva Wallet are widely used; local accounts require an AFM (tax number)
Accommodation
Mostly local apartments via Spitogatos or Airbnb; boutique hotels like Hotel Nefeli
Cashless Friendly
Yes, POS terminals are mandatory in Greece; cards accepted even in small kiosks
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb prices range from €35-€60 per night in the city center
Budget Accommodation
Hotel Anesis (approx. €45/night) located near the main square
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
City Center (Plateia Nikis) for proximity to the Clock Tower and Folklore Museum 1 24
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Osimi or Agios Christoforos for quieter residential vibes with good fiber optic coverage

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
The Co-Working Space of Western Macedonia, 13 Kasomouli, 50100, is open Monday to Saturday 09:00-19:00 (phone +30 2461 306 776). It hosts selected beneficiaries and does not publish a day pass. The Greece coworking directory does not list a Kozani desk. 12 13
Best Cafe for Work
The Resto Bar (Plateia Nikis) or Mple (Great WiFi and ample seating)
Networking Events
Events organized by the Koventareios Municipal Library or the Chamber of Commerce (EBE Kozanis)
Social Events for Expats
Mostly student-focused events through Erasmus+ UOWM; 'Expats in Greece' Facebook groups

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
No Uber; use Radio Taxi Kozanis (+30 2461 033600) or Beat app
Bike/Scooter Rental
Municipal bike-sharing system (EasyBike) usually found near the Public Library
Best Beach Nearby
Katerini/Paralia (approx. 1 hour 15 mins drive via Egnatia Odos)
Top Regional Airline
Sky Express flies from Filippos Airport (KZI), about 3 km south-east of the city, to Athens and Kastoria. The fare page also lists other Greek cities and does not say which of those flights are nonstop. 1 9 30
Top International Airline
Sky Express publishes fares from Kozani to London, Frankfurt, Paris, Rome and other cities abroad. The page does not say which of those flights are nonstop. Thessaloniki is about 120 km from Kozani. 9 1
Highway Access
The A2 motorway, the Egnatia Odos, is part of European route E90 and runs near the city between the Ionian coast, Thessaloniki and the Turkish border. The Kozani North junction is on that road. 1 32
Main Train/Transit Hub
KTEL Kozanis, 22 E. Giannari, 50132 (phone 24610 34454), is the intercity coach station. It runs several services a day to Thessaloniki and to Athens. The Kozani-Amyntaio railway closed in 2010, so there is no passenger train. 8 1 23
Public Transport Passes
Astiko KTEL Kozanis, 8 K. Palama (phone 24610 40128). A Zone A single is €1.30, and reduced and student singles are €0.80. A 30-day unlimited card is €55 in Zone A, €75 in Zone B and €90 in Zone C. The student unlimited card is €35. 11
Regional Travel
KTEL Kozanis coaches run to Grevena, Kastoria, Florina and Veria, and to Larissa, Volos and Ioannina, as well as Athens and Thessaloniki. 8

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Mamatsio General Hospital of Kozani, 1 K. Mamatsiou, 50131, switchboard 24613 52600. It is the public hospital for the Kozani regional unit. 7 22
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Anima Studio (Yoga and Pilates) on Filippou II street
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Top Gym Kozani or Gymnasium (Average monthly membership €35-€45)
Laundry Services
EasyWash Self-Service Laundry (near the University areas)

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Wolt and efood (very active with fast delivery)
Best Local Dish to Try
Giaprakia, a ball of meat and rice in a vine leaf, is a typical dish and is often served at Christmas. Kichi, or Kozanitiko kichi, is a round cheese pie. 2
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Smaragdus (Health-focused menu) and various Meze places offering fava and grilled veggies
Best Dessert Spots
Kyvelia for traditional sweets and 'Tulumba'
Affordable Shopping Spots
Saturday Open Air Market (Laiki Agora) near the Railway Station
E-commerce/Online Store
Skroutz.gr (The Amazon of Greece) for all tech and home goods
Grocery Delivery
Sklavenitis or AB Vassilopoulos via their mobile apps
Bar/Nightlife Area
The 'Pedestrian Street' (Pavlou Mela) and the square around the Clock Tower
Local Brewery
Voreia Beer (Regional craft beer widely stocked in local pubs)
Wine Bars
Tρυποκάρυδος (Trypokarydos) for local Xinomavro wines
Street Food Stalls
Pita tou Papa for classic Gyros (approx. €4.00-€4.50)
Popular International Cuisine
Strada (Italian/Pizza) and various Sushi options via delivery

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
The clock tower of Agios Nikolaos on Nikis Square, 26 metres high and built in 1855, and the Koventareios library. 1 24
Museums & Art Venues
The Historical-Folklore and Natural History Museum of Kozani is built in the old Macedonian style. Its six floors cover the region geography, natural history and older way of life. 1
Historical Sites
Ancient Aiani (15km away), one of the most important archaeological sites in the region
Religious Sites
The cathedral of Agios Nikolaos was built in 1664 and stands on Nikis Square beside the clock tower. The church is about 350 years old. 1 2 25
Annual Events
Kozani Carnival (Fanoi) - huge street bonfires and traditional satire in February/March 1 2
Cultural Districts
The Old Town (Lower city area) with traditional mansions (Archontika)
Theater Venues
DIPETHE Kozanis (Municipal and Regional Theater)
Local Markets
The Municipal Market building (Dimotiki Agora) for local saffron and cheeses
Music Scene
Jazz bars and traditional 'Rebetadiko' spots in the back alleys of the center
Street Art
Murals near the University buildings and the Skate Park
Cooking Classes
Occasional workshops by the Women's Cooperative of Kozani on traditional phyllo making
Art Galleries
X-Art Gallery near Plateia Nikis
Historic Buildings
The Georgios Lassanis mansion on Lassani Square is the municipal map library. The clock tower on Nikis Square dates from 1855, and a clock was added in 1939. 1 26
Local Heritage
Krokos Kozanis is a protected designation of origin, and Greek saffron comes only from the Kozani region, where it has been grown since the 17th century. The Kozani Saffron Producers Cooperative, at 1 Evripidou in the village of Krokos, has the exclusive right to collect, pack and distribute it. 10 14

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Lake Polyfytos is about 15 km from the city. The Servia high bridge across it is 1,372 metres long, the second longest bridge in Greece. 1 27 28
National Parks Nearby
Pindus National Park (Valia Calda) approx. 1.5 hours away
Cycling/Walking Paths
Municipal Park Kouri, in Agios Dimitrios, is the shaded park for walking, with the cultural centre and the municipal theatre beside it. 1 29
Scenic Viewpoints
Agios Eleftherios Hill for a panoramic view of the city and the Eordea plateau
Birdwatching Locations
The wetlands of Lake Polyfytos near the village of Neraida
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
The carnival Fanoi are large bonfires in the squares at the end of winter. A national fire ban from 1 May to 31 October covers bonfires, campfires, barbecues and fireworks. 1 2 3

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
ACS Courier and Geniki Taxydromiki (central offices in the city)
Tech Repair Services
Germanos or local independent shops like 'PC Service Kozani'
Table Tennis Spots
Local sports clubs (SAK Kozanis) near the Municipal Stadium
Language Classes
Strategakis or Hellenic American Union partners for Greek lessons
Libraries & Study Spots
The Koventareios Municipal Library is described as the second largest in Greece, with about 150,000 books. The municipal library building is on Davaki street. 1 31
Community Centers
Kozani Municipal Youth Center
Gaming Lounges
InSpot Kozani (major gaming chain with high-speed internet)
Casino & Gaming Halls
OPAP Play (Gaming halls) available in multiple central locations

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 29, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. English Wikipedia, Kozani, 2021 census, airport, railway closure and landmarksReference
  2. Wikivoyage Kozani, giaprakia, kichi and the carnival bonfiresSecondary
  3. Wikivoyage Greece, tap water, plugs, prepaid identification and the fire banSecondary
  4. European Central Bank euro reference rate on 22 October 2026Official
  5. Vodafone Greece prepaid tariff, February 2026Official
  6. ELSTAT 2021 census release, Kozani municipality 67,224Official
  7. Mamatsio General Hospital of Kozani, address and switchboardOfficial
  8. KTEL Kozanis routes and the station on E. GiannariOfficial
  9. Sky Express fares from KozaniOfficial
  10. European Commission, Krokos Kozanis protected saffronOfficial
  11. Astiko KTEL Kozanis zone fares and 30-day cardsOfficial
  12. Western Macedonia co-working space, 13 KasomouliOfficial
  13. Greece coworking directory, no Kozani desk listedListings
  14. Kozani Saffron Producers Cooperative, Krokos villageOfficial
  15. PwC Greece personal income tax, reviewed 8 September 2026Professional
  16. PwC Greece corporate income tax, reviewed 8 September 2026Professional
  17. PwC Greece withholding taxes, reviewed 8 September 2026Professional
  18. PwC Greece VAT, ENFIA and transfer tax, reviewed 8 September 2026Professional
  19. PwC Greece controlled foreign company rules, reviewed 8 September 2026Professional
  20. PwC Greece tax residence, reviewed 8 September 2026Professional
  21. AADE incentives for new tax residents, articles 5A, 5B and 5COfficial
  22. OpenStreetMap, Mamatsio HospitalReference
  23. OpenStreetMap, KTEL on Evangelou GiannariReference
  24. OpenStreetMap, Nikis SquareReference
  25. OpenStreetMap, Agios Nikolaos churchReference
  26. OpenStreetMap, Lassanis mansionReference
  27. OpenStreetMap, Servia high bridgeReference
  28. OpenStreetMap, Polyfytos reservoirReference
  29. OpenStreetMap, Municipal Park KouriReference
  30. OpenStreetMap, Filippos AirportReference
  31. OpenStreetMap, Municipal Library of Kozani on DavakiReference
  32. OpenStreetMap, Egnatia Odos junction Kozani NorthReference
  33. AADE tax residence: more than 183 days in any twelve-month period and vital interestsOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads 50% income tax break for 7 years for eligible remote workers moving to Greece Articles 5A, 5B and 5C are the inbound regimes: 5A for high-net-worth foreign income, 5B…
    • Best Coworking Space Kozani Hub (Municipal Space) or the University of Western Macedonia library for quiet… The Co-Working Space of Western Macedonia, 13 Kasomouli, 50100, is open Monday to Saturday…
    • Best Hospital Mamatsio General Hospital of Kozani (Upper City area) Mamatsio General Hospital of Kozani, 1 K. Mamatsiou, 50131, switchboard 24613 52600. It is…
    • Best Local Dish to Try Kozani Kichis (spiral cheese pie) and dishes flavored with Krokos Kozanis (Saffron) Giaprakia, a ball of meat and rice in a vine leaf, is a typical dish and is often served…
    • Bonfire-Friendly Spots Only during the Carnival 'Fanoi' festival at designated city corners The carnival Fanoi are large bonfires in the squares at the end of winter. A national fire…
    26 more changes
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, Greece follows EU ATAD guidelines Greece taxes undistributed income of a foreign company when the resident, alone or with…
    • Corporate Tax 22% The standard corporate income tax rate is 22%. Credit institutions that joined the…
    • Currency & Banking Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.08 USD. Major banks: Piraeus Bank, National Bank of Greece (NBG) Euro (EUR). On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 euro = 1.1205 US…
    • Cycling/Walking Paths Kouri Forest Park (ideal for shaded jogging and walking) Municipal Park Kouri, in Agios Dimitrios, is the shaded park for walking, with the…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 44% (for income over €40,000) 44% is the top rate, on employment income, pensions and business profits above €60,000…
    • Highway Access Direct access to Egnatia Odos (A2), connecting East and West Greece The A2 motorway, the Egnatia Odos, is part of European route E90 and runs near the city…
    • Historic Buildings Lassani Mansion (now a mapping of the revolution museum) The Georgios Lassanis mansion on Lassani Square is the municipal map library. The clock…
    • Libraries & Study Spots Koventareios Municipal Library (the 2nd largest in Greece) The Koventareios Municipal Library is described as the second largest in Greece, with…
    • Local Heritage Krokos Kozanis (PDO Saffron), the city is the only saffron-producing region in Greece Krokos Kozanis is a protected designation of origin, and Greek saffron comes only from the…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub Kozani KTEL Bus Station (Connections to Thessaloniki every hour for €14) KTEL Kozanis, 22 E. Giannari, 50132 (phone 24610 34454), is the intercity coach station…
    • Museums & Art Venues Folklore and Natural History Museum of Kozani The Historical-Folklore and Natural History Museum of Kozani is built in the old…
    • Must-See Landmarks The Kozani Clock Tower (Agios Nikolaos) and the Koventareios Library The clock tower of Agios Nikolaos on Nikis Square, 26 metres high and built in 1855, and…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Lake Polyfytos and the bridge of Servia (20 mins drive) Lake Polyfytos is about 15 km from the city. The Servia high bridge across it is 1,372…
    • Population 71,000 (Metropolitan area) The 2021 census counts 43,316 people in the town, 53,174 in the municipal unit and 67,224…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Property Tax Yes, ENFIA (Annual tax based on location/size) ENFIA is the annual tax on property. From 2025 an insured home is charged 20% less when…
    • Property Transaction Tax 3.09% (Plus notary and registration fees) Transfers that are not charged VAT pay 3% real estate transfer tax, plus a municipal…
    • Public Transport Passes Single city bus ticket approx. €1.10; monthly passes available for €30-€40 Astiko KTEL Kozanis, 8 K. Palama (phone 24610 40128). A Zone A single is €1.30, and…
    • Regional Travel KTEL Kozanis for travel to nearby Kastoria, Florina, or Meteora KTEL Kozanis coaches run to Grevena, Kastoria, Florina and Veria, and to Larissa, Volos…
    • Religious Sites Cathedral of Agios Nikolaos (17th century wood-carved iconostasis) The cathedral of Agios Nikolaos was built in 1664 and stands on Nikis Square beside the…
    • SIM Card Cosmote, Vodafone GR, Nova. Prepaid 20GB approx. €15-20 Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova are the main networks, and a prepaid SIM needs a passport or…
    • Tap Water Drinkable and of high quality, sourced from local springs Tap water is drinkable in most tourist areas; taste varies on small islands, and bottled…
    • Tax System Worldwide income basis for residents Permanent residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are tax resident if you spend more…
    • Top International Airline Aegean Airlines (via nearby Thessaloniki Airport SKG, 1.5 hours away) Sky Express publishes fares from Kozani to London, Frankfurt, Paris, Rome and other cities…
    • Top Regional Airline Sky Express (Flights from Kozani Filippos Airport KZI to Athens) Sky Express flies from Filippos Airport (KZI), about 3 km south-east of the city, to…
    • VAT 24% (Standard rate) Standard VAT is 24%, with a reduced rate of 13% and a super-reduced rate of 6%. Kozani, on…

    Fix pass: Tap Water and SIM Card now use the country-prep wording shared with Athens and Ioannina; Tax System restores the more-than-183-day residence test from the country prep and Greece tax profile, confirmed by AADE. Best Coworking Space, Best Hospital and Libraries & Study Spots have explicit address or hours verification gaps in the notes. Research date and model attribution updated for this pass (en.wikivoyage.org, aade.gr).

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