Dormant Bank Accounts – Preventing Escheatment and Heir Claims
Holders of a bank account with no activity for a long period; heirs of a deceased person who may have a dormant or forgotten account
There is no fixed amount - the aim is not to lose the balance (it passes to the State after 20 years of complete inactivity)
This information has not been checked by us yet — please confirm it at the official source.
Who can get it
Based on official sources. For the latest criteria, contact the relevant authority.
How to apply
The steps to apply yourself. Free: you don’t need to pay anyone.
Required Documents
Usually the details gov.gr already holds about you are enough.
Step by step
- 1
Sign in to gov.gr with your TAXISnet codes
You sign in ONLY through the official government page. Never enter your codes anywhere else.
- 2
Open the application service
Go to the official pageAuthority: Άλλος Φορέας
- 3
Fill in and submit the application
Enter your details, upload anything requested and submit. Keep the protocol number.
- 4
Track your application
Progress and the final decision appear in your account on the authority / gov.gr.
Indicative guide — the application and final decision are made by the competent authority.
Indicative results — not an official assessment.
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What it is
Holders of a bank account with no activity for a long period; heirs of a deceased person who may have a dormant or forgotten account. Application period: permanently in force - no application deadline, but a time limit of 20 years to reactivate or claim the account before it becomes time-barred.
Lifecycle*
ActiveTime-limited programme
No fixed end date is currently recorded.
*Cycles, deadlines, and availability may change regularly. Always confirm with the official source before applying.
Benefit details
- Provider
- Άλλος Φορέας
- Category
- Taxes & Debts
- Status
- Under review
- Type of benefit
- Information
Details last verified: 25/09/2026