Professional equipment for small businesses

Up to 100% of the cost
You are covered for up to the total value of the mechanical equipment / hardware or the commercial vehicle.
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 the features of the Equipment business loan.

What are the loan amount and collateral

Up to 100% financing

You can borrow up to 100% of the cost of buying new or used professional equipment or a commercial vehicle.

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

  • Your business profile.
  • The value of the equipment you wish to buy.
  • 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 or 5 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 1.75% 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 Equipment business loan, 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

Up to 10 years with a grace period

You repay the Equipment business loan in up to 10 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 other fees

For the processing fee

You pay a lump sum depending on the loan amount:

  • €300 for amounts up to €30,000 
  • €800 for amounts from €30,000.01 to €80,000
  • €1,000 for amounts from €80,000.01 to €150,000
  • €1,500 for amounts over €150,000.01

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 you can pay for

See some examples of the type of new or used equipment you can buy with the Equipment business loan

A productive investment

Upgrade your business with new mechanical equipment, such as:

  • Production machines
  • Machine tools
  • Automation systems
  • Heating / cooling systems
  • Measuring and control instruments

Day-to-day convenience

Get the equipment your business needs daily, such as:

  • Office furniture
  • Computers
  • Peripherals
  • Storage devices
  • Printers and copiers

Support for transport and distribution

Find the vehicle that fits your business needs, such as:

  • Commercial vehicle
  • Truck
  • Forklift
  • Scooter for deliveries
  • Staff shuttle bus

What you need to take out a loan

Have a look at the conditions for getting the Equipment business loan for asset financing.

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 Equipment business loan.

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 professional equipment

Book an appointment today at a branch near you and secure the necessary capital to buy professional equipment or a commercial vehicle.