In an uncontested divorce each spouse has their own lawyer, with a legal minimum fee of 321 € + VAT for appearing before the notary. Together with the notary and the documents, the couple realistically pays about 1,000–2,000 €, depending on the fees and the complexity (children, property).
01Detailed price table
| Job / item | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer’s minimum fee (per spouse)321 € + 24% VAT (law 4531/2018) | 398 € | 398 € |
| Lawyer’s fee on the market (per spouse)According to oikogeneiako.gr, often above the minimum | 300 € | 800 € |
| NotaryFixed fees, excluding stamp duty | 150 € | 300 € |
| Documents, certificates, registry office | 50 € | 100 € |
| Couple’s total (realistic) | 1,000 € | 2,000 € |
Total for the couple: 2 lawyers + notary + documents.
02What affects the price
Lawyers’ fees
high
This is the biggest cost. There is a legal minimum, but no maximum.
Minor children
medium
The agreement on custody, contact and maintenance takes more work.
Property
medium
Arrangements for a home or other property may need separate contracts with their own costs.
City
low
In smaller towns fees are often closer to the minimum.
Religious marriage
low
For the religious dissolution there is a separate procedure at the Metropolis (Church diocese).
03Regional differences
The minimum fee and the notary’s fees are the same everywhere. In Athens and Thessaloniki lawyers’ fees are usually above the minimum. In smaller towns many lawyers are close to 300–400 €.
04Tips before you pay
- Agree the basics between yourselves first (children, maintenance, home). The lawyers’ hours are what push the cost up.
- Ask each lawyer for a written final price including the fee receipt and VAT.
- The law requires a separate lawyer for each spouse, so you cannot share one.
- After the divorce, notify the ΑΑΔΕ (tax authority), the ΕΦΚΑ (social security fund) and the municipal register. See the procedure on grafeiokratia.gr.
- If there is a shared home, ask in advance about the costs of the transfer contract.
The step-by-step procedure (documents, where it is done) is on grafeiokratia.gr (in Greek).
See the procedure05Frequently asked questions
How much does an uncontested divorce cost?
Realistically 1,000–2,000 € for the couple. Some online sources give 500–1,500 €, but the two lawyers at the minimum fee (321 € + VAT each) already make about 800 €.
Is there a minimum lawyer’s fee?
Yes. 321 € excluding VAT for appearing at the act certifying the dissolution of the marriage before a notary (law 4531/2018).
How much does the notary take?
Fixed fees, about 150–300 € with copies. No stamp duty is paid.
Is a court needed?
No. Since 2018 an uncontested divorce is done before a notary, after a 10-day cooling-off period.
Can we have one lawyer?
No. Each spouse must be represented by their own lawyer.
How long does it take?
From signing the agreement to the notary’s act usually 2–4 weeks, including the 10-day cooling-off period.
06Sources
Prices are indicative, do not constitute an offer and may vary by area and professional. Last checked: October 2026.
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