Across Europe, businesses are struggling to fill essential roles in industries like tourism, construction, healthcare, and agriculture. At the same time, countries in Southeast Asia are home to a large pool of skilled and motivated workers ready to contribute to global economies. Greece is now stepping into a key role as a bridge between these two realities, offering a model for ethical and legally sound workforce mobility.
Why Greece Matters
Greece has introduced significant updates to its immigration framework. With the implementation of Law 5038 of 2023, effective since March 2024, the country has taken steps to modernize its approach to work and residence permits. The new law simplifies procedures, enhances transparency, and reduces processing times making Greece an ideal starting point for businesses looking to legally employ foreign talent.
This reform comes at a critical time. Greek industries, especially tourism, report thousands of unfilled jobs. Seasonal roles and frontline positions go vacant, limiting growth and leaving businesses short-staffed. These labor gaps also represent missed opportunities for foreign professionals who are willing and qualified to contribute.
To meet this challenge, Greek authorities are increasingly open to structured agreements with countries across Asia. These agreements aim to support lawful recruitment, worker protection, and long term integration strategies. The approach aligns with broader European efforts like the EU Talent Partnerships, which focus on sustainable international labor mobility.
A Coordinated Legal Framework
Aliant+ law firm in Greece is helping shape this effort through a crossborder legal structure that connects trusted recruitment agencies in ASEAN countries with our law firms across Europe. The focus is on delivering a clear, lawful, and ethical process for both employers and workers.
Our coordinated model includes:
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Reviewing labor needs and developing migration strategies
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Verifying candidate qualifications and delivering predeparture support
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Preparing and submitting immigration documents
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Advising on tax, payroll, and social insurance compliance
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Monitoring legal status and renewal timelines
The process is overseen by our legal teams in both the sending and receiving countries. Every contract is reviewed, every requirement is checked, and data privacy standards are respected under European regulations. The result is a system that protects workers, prevents abuse, and offers employers confidence in the legality and integrity of their hiring practices.
A Better Model for Workforce Mobility
This is not simply about filling vacancies. It is about building a smarter and more human approach to labor mobility. One that respects the law, protects people, and supports long term economic growth.
Greece, positioned at the intersection of Europe and Asia, is uniquely suited to lead this effort and Aliant+ is proud to support businesses, workers, and governments in making it a reality.
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