Business FAQs
Whether you are a U.S. business person looking for an export opportunity, or a Greek business solutions provider looking for a new source of supply, many of your questions can be answered on the U.S. Commercial Service's website for Greece .
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How do I authenticate a personal/business document?
How do I authenticate a personal/business document?
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The Office of Verification and Authentication does
this. You can also reach them by phone: 202-647-5002 or TDD/TDY
202-663-3468, 1-800-333-4636, email: aoprgsmauth@state.gov, or fax:
202-663-3636.
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The Office of Verification and Authentication does
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Can you tell me if a company is legitimate?
Can you tell me if a company is legitimate?
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If the company is located in the United States, contact the office of
the Secretary of State (within the state-level government) in whichever
state the company is headquartered. The Office of Authentication updates
the list of Secretaries by State of the United States. If the company is located outside the United States, contact the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service, part of the Department of Commerce, to get information on their International Company Profile Service.
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If the company is located in the United States, contact the office of
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How do I get visas for business associates who plan to travel to another country?
How do I get visas for business associates who plan to travel to another country?
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Foreign Entry requirements for Americans traveling to another country may be accessed through the website
or you may contact the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to
visit. All visa inquiries must be handled through the embassy or
consulates of the country you plan to visit.
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Foreign Entry requirements for Americans traveling to another country may be accessed through the website
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How can I help my customer/client who is having problems getting a visa to the U.S.?
How can I help my customer/client who is having problems getting a visa to the U.S.?
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Comprehensive information on visa process and policy is available on the web at www.state.gov , www.travel.state.gov or https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/esta.html.
You should also check the website of the consulate in which the
applicant is applying -- there is a link to U.S. Embassies and
Consulates from each of the above sites. The best advice is for people
to apply early.
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Comprehensive information on visa process and policy is available on the web at www.state.gov , www.travel.state.gov or https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/esta.html.
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How can a U.S. business request commercial assistance-for-fee from a U.S. Embassy or the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service?
How can a U.S. business request commercial assistance-for-fee from a U.S. Embassy or the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service?
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Gold Key Services, International Partner Searches, International Company
Profiles and Customized Market Research reports are provided at all
Foreign Commercial Service offices as well as many U.S. Embassies. Visit
the Platinum Key Service program for more information.
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Gold Key Services, International Partner Searches, International Company
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Where can I find current country commercial guides for doing business abroad?
Where can I find current country commercial guides for doing business abroad?
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Country Commercial Guides (CCGs) are
prepared annually to provide a comprehensive look at commercial
environments, using economic, political, and market analysis.
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Country Commercial Guides (CCGs) are
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How can I verify whether I can do business with companies in certain countries?
How can I verify whether I can do business with companies in certain countries?
- Information about sanctioned countries, entities, and individuals can be found through the Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
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Where can I find other information and help with exporting?
Where can I find other information and help with exporting?
- The Department of Commerce website, www.export.gov, has all the information you need to start exporting. Visit the website or contact them by phone at 1-800-USA-TRADE.
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How do I apply for an export license?
How do I apply for an export license?
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The first point of inquiry in export licensing is the government office responsible for coordinating the process. Consult the following web pages for detailed information on areas of competence:
a) The State Department’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls for military-related items.
b) The Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security for export control items.
c) The Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control for most terrorist states and other special programs.
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Is my export income exempt from federal income taxes?
Is my export income exempt from federal income taxes?
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A portion of the export income that is channeled through corporations that qualify as FSCs (Foreign Sales Corporations) under rules of the Internal Revenue Code (26 U.S.C. 921-927) can be exempt from federal income taxes. For more information, contact:
The Office of the Associate Chief Counsel (International), Internal Revenue Service
Phone: (622) 622-3830, Fax: (202) 622-4408
Or the Office of Tax Policy
Phone: (202) 622-1755, Fax: (202) 622-8784.
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What assistance can the U.S. Government be in advocating on my behalf for a tender?
What assistance can the U.S. Government be in advocating on my behalf for a tender?
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U.S. Government advocacy decisions are made with the best information
available. Advocacy assistance can vary, but usually it involves
companies that deal with foreign governments or government-owned
corporations. Contact the Advocacy Center.
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U.S. Government advocacy decisions are made with the best information
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Where can I go to find facts on foreign trade figures and statistics?
Where can I go to find facts on foreign trade figures and statistics?
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For General information on a country's yearly economic, political and investment climate, check:
Economic Policy and Trade Practices
For specific information check Trade Statistics available at the International Trade Administration.
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Contact Us
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- Embassy Phone: +30 (210) 721-2951
Senior Commercial Officer
David McNeil
Phone: +30 (210) 720-2302
E-mail: office.athens@trade.gov
- Embassy Phone: +30 (210) 721-2951