The place of business you dream of

Based on your budget
Take out a loan starting at €10,000 depending on your business needs and investment plans.
Up to 3 years grace period
Choose a grace period up to 3 years at the start of the loan and only pay interest.
Early repayment option
You can repay your loan earlier in full or in part, without any penalties, if you have a floating rate.

Discover the features

Find out all the features of the Business premises commercial mortgage.

What are the loan amount and collateral

Depending on your needs

There is no maximum of minimum amount. We will assess and approve your application based on:

  • Your business profile.
  • The investment budget, i.e. the purchase price for a new property or the cost estimate for construction and renovation works.
  • Any collaterals.

With or without collateral

It is possible that we may request personal guarantees and/or collateral for the entire loan amount, according to our lending policy.

What’s the interest rate

Fixed or floating interest rate 

Choose:

  • Fixed or floating rate for the entire loan term.
  • Fixed for 3, 5, or 10 years, and floating for the remainder of the term.

From 2% fixed rate 

The fixed rate ranges from 2% to 8.50%, depending on the:

  • Loan term.
  • Collateral you are offering.

Floating rate with 0%+ spread 

The floating rate depends on the collateral you are offering, and may be based on:

  • Minimum Lending Rate (MLR) + 0% spread
  • Alpha Preferential Rate for Businesses (APRB) + 0% to 1.10% spread
  • 3m Euribor + 2% to 4% spread

Law 128/1975 levy

According to Law 128/1975, all loans are subject to a levy that is paid to the Greek State.

For the Business premises commercial mortgage the levy currently stands at 0.60%.

Have a look at the deposit and loan interest rates.

What are the loan term and repayment method

From 5 to 20 years with a grace period

Repay the Business premises commercial mortgage in 5 to 20 years. 

You can get up to 3 years grace period, with no interest capitalisation. Meaning that during your grace period you pay interest only.

With instalments that repay interest and principal 

You can adapt your loan payments according to your business needs and cash flow:

  • Equal instalments that pay interest and principal
  • Payment every 1, 3 or 6 months

You choose whether you want to pay the instalments:

Early loan repayment

You can repay your loan earlier in full or in part  at any time, without any penalties, if you have opted for a floating rate.

If you have opted for a fixed rate, you will pay a penalty.

What are the loan fees

For the processing fee

You pay a lump sum depending on the loan amount:

  • €500 for amounts from €10,000 to €50,000 
  • €750 for amounts from €50,000.01 to €150,000
  • €1,500 for amounts from €150,000.01 to €500,000
  • €2,000 for amounts from €500,000.01 to €1,000,000

Mandatory property insurance

If you are offering collateral in the form of a mortgage lien on property, you must insure the property against fire and other risks, as appropriate, and bring an insurance policy in force to the branch.

 

Optional borrower insurance

You may also get the Business owner loan protection insurance plan we offer in cooperation with Generali, as an insurance intermediary (only in Greek). This way, if something unexpected comes up, your outstanding loan balance and accrued interest will be paid on time.

What type of costs you can cover

What type of costs you can cover Have a look at some examples of costs you can pay for with the Business premises commercial mortgage.

A solid investment

Ensure your business independence and avoid the potential risks of property leasing by buying:

  • Business premises, such as an office, store or warehouse
  • A plot, for building your business premises in the future

Moreover, you can cover additional expenses such as the property transfer taxes, or any notarial or cadastral fees.

Leeway in construction

Secure the capital you need and cover the costs of building or finishing your business premises:

  • Earthworks, foundation construction, framing
  • Construction materials (concrete, steel, bricks, insulation)
  • Services (electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems)
  • Door and window frames, floors, plasters, paints
  • Façade finishings
  • Payments to contractors and construction crews

Support for renovations

Upgrade your current business premises and carry out repairs or expansions, such as:

  • Wall, roof and floor remodelling
  • Electrical/Plumbing system repair and replacement
  • Energy efficiency upgrade (door and window frames, thermal insulation, solar panels)
  • Interior redesign (convert to open-plan offices)
  • Equipment installations (lighting, infrastructure)
  • Repainting, interior decoration and aesthetic improvements

What you need to take out a loan

Have a look at the conditions for getting the Business premises commercial mortgage.

Apply provided you...

  • Have a small business with an annual turnover below €10 million.
  • Have a business operating license in force.
  • Are the legal representative of the business.
  • Hold a business sight account with Alpha Bank.
  • Have booked an appointment at a branch near you.

Have at hand...

You’ll also need the supporting documents to start banking with us or to update your details, if you:

Any questions?

Find the answers you need about the Business premises commercial mortgage.

What documents do I need to apply for a business loan?

The documents verifying the details of your business.

We may ask for additional supporting documents, depending on:

  • The loan purpose
  • Any collateral

Is there an extra charge if I repay my business loan earlier?

If you have opted for a floating rate and you pay your loan consistently, you may pay additional instalments or even repay the entire loan amount earlier at no extra charge.

If you’ve chosen a fixed rate, there might be an extra charge for early repayment. To be sure, check the terms of your agreement or book an appointment with a representative at the branch where you took out the loan.

Take out a loan for your business premises

Book an appointment today at a branch near you and secure the necessary capital to buy, build or renovate your business premises.