Greece Introduces a New Framework for Artificial Intelligence Regulation

The EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) introduces a harmonised framework for the use of artificial intelligence across the European Union. For employers, the new rules are particularly relevant to AI tools used in recruitment, candidate assessment and the management of employment relationships.

Greece has taken steps to establish its national supervisory framework through Law 5321/2026, which sets out the responsibilities of the competent authorities for the implementation of the AI Act. The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) has been designated as a market surveillance authority for specific categories of AI systems and practices. The law also introduces a national mechanism for complaints and provides for administrative sanctions in cases of non-compliance.

An important change concerns the repeal of provisions previously introduced by Law 4961/2022. These included specific information requirements for private-sector employers using AI systems that influenced decisions concerning employees or job candidates. The repeal marks a change in the Greek national framework, while the requirements arising directly from EU law remain relevant.

Businesses should therefore review their use of AI in employment-related processes and follow developments in the implementation of the AI Act. In particular, the application of the rules for standalone high-risk AI systems listed in Annex III, including employment-related systems, has been postponed to 2 December 2027 following amendments to the AI Act adopted in July 2026.

Kremalis Law Firm continues to monitor developments in employment law, data protection and AI regulation to help businesses understand their evolving compliance obligations.

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