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Greece Tightens Asset Checks on Tax Authority Staff
Under the new rules, not only AADE employees but also their family members may be examined if their financial information affects the overall picture of an employee’s wealth.
A Decade of Expanding Tax Breaks in Greece Leaves Vulnerable Citizens Behind
Although some relief measures are designed for low-income or disadvantaged groups, the overall structure skews heavily toward those with substantial assets or access to specialised tax regimes.
Amid Rising Rates Across Europe, Greece Stands Out With Ultra-Low Dividend Tax
At the opposite end of the spectrum are Estonia, Latvia and Malta, none of which impose any tax on dividends.
Eurobank Wins Seven-Year Legal Battle Over €29 Million Romanian Tax Dispute
Under the terms of the sale agreement, Eurobank would have been liable for the amount if the ruling became final.
Greece’s Energy Sector Strained by Heavy Tax Burden
Electricity is treated separately, with taxes calculated per megawatt hour.
Greece Bets on AI and Automation in Landmark Tax Administration Reform
Tax returns will be pre-filled automatically with existing data, while taxpayers will receive personalized reminders and guidance.
Hybrids and Small Cars Emerge as Winners in Greece’s New Tax Regime
A new Toyota Corolla Hybrid, which until now carried a tax burden of €7,600, will be reassessed at just €2,000 — a reduction of nearly 74 percent.
Inflation «feeds» public coffers - Greece’s VAT revenues climb to 11% of GDP, compared with 7.5% in the EU
Inflation has quietly swelled public revenues, particularly through indirect taxation such as value-added tax.
Greece to Digitize Tax Authority Archives by Mid-2026
The digital overhaul is set to reshape the way Greece’s tax administration functions.
Tax Windfall from Soaring Prices Leaves Greek Households Struggling
Τhe surge in revenues has little to do with a more dynamic economy and everything to do with inflationary pressure, which has inflated tax intake through higher prices.
Greece Eyes €2 Billion Tax Relief, But Will It Reach the Most Vulnerable?
As the Greek government prepares to unveil a sweeping tax relief package at the Thessaloniki International Fair, a crucial debate is emerging: will these measures genuinely narrow the country's persistent income gap—or end up reinforcing it? With inequality indicators stubbornly stagnant, the focus on middle-income earners is raising both hopes and concerns.
24 Hours Left: Greece’s Tax Filing Period Nears Its End
Greece approaches the final 24 hours before the July 15 deadline for 2025 income tax filings, amid calls from accountants for a short extension due to technical issues, while the Ministry of Finance stands firm on enforcing the submission cutoff.
Tax Filing Progress in Greece Reaches 86% with Calls for Minor Extension
Of those already processed, nearly 34% have resulted in tax bills, amounting to a total of €3.71 billion in assessed taxes - an average of €1,902 per taxpayer.
Why Public Shaming of Major Tax Debtors Fails to Spur Debt Repayment
Greece’s tax authority is preparing to name and shame individuals and companies owing over €150,000 in unpaid taxes, in a renewed push to pressure high-value defaulters into compliance. But despite the public exposure tactic, data shows the strategy has done little to recover the billions owed to the state.
Investors Back Metlen’s London IPO Plan, Reassured by Greek Tax Loyalty
On Thursday, the stock’s ex-dividend date, Metlen’s share price defied expectations by closing higher, signaling market confidence.
Greece to Offer Tax Fine Discounts Starting October - Here's Who Benefits
This allows them to disclose undeclared income or assets without entering into a formal dispute process.
Three in Four Greek Businesses Owe Tax in Latest Filings
In Greece, nearly three out of four corporate tax returns filed so far this year have resulted in businesses owing money to the state—underscoring longstanding issues within the country’s corporate tax base.
Greece faces rising tax arrears, collections lag behind
Since the beginning of the year, taxpayers in Greece have accumulated an additional €3.19 billion in unpaid taxes.
Greece’s 2025 Tax Season Reveals Heavy Burden on Businesses
According to the data, 74.55% of submitted corporate tax returns are debt-generating, bringing in €577.19 million in revenue for the Greek state so far.
Greece’s Tax Authority Sets Ambitious 2025 Goals with Focus on Revenue Collection and Digital Oversight
Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has rolled out an ambitious 2025 plan focused on ramping up tax collections, accelerating refunds, and expanding audits—with digital enforcement and international cooperation at the core of a sweeping effort to modernize the country’s tax administration.
Greece Mobilizes Tax Inspectors for Summer Season in Tourist Hotspots
As Greece prepares for another busy summer, its Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has announced a nationwide mobilization of tax inspectors to bolster compliance in key tourist regions.
OECD Flags Greece’s High Tax Pressure on Workers
What is particularly striking in the Greek case is that this increasing burden hasn’t come from a deliberate hike in tax rates or social contributions.
Greece grants major tax relief to freight forwarders with retroactive VAT exemption
The newly tabled amendment grants a retroactive value-added tax (VAT) exemption covering a full decade for auxiliary services provided by licensed freight forwarders in Greece to airline companies.
Greece Fast-Tracks Tax Residency as Global Investors and Expats Flock In
Beginning in June, registering as a tax resident and obtaining a Greek tax identification number (AFM) will take just a few days, replacing a process that currently drags on for months.
Greece Steps Up Tax Enforcement, Eyes Major Revenue Boost by 2026
Greece is stepping up its campaign against tax evasion, with authorities preparing to roll out a new set of measures that could bring an additional €1 billion into state coffers this year.
Greece to Revamp Tax Administration in 2025 with Major Digital Reforms
A central focus of the reforms is the expansion of digital tax services.
Greece’s 2025 Tax Declarations: Key Changes and What You Need to Know
Greece has officially opened the 2025 tax declaration period, with the final submission deadline set for July 15.
Automated Tax Returns for 2025: What Taxpayers Need to Know
Greece is introducing a new system that will simplify tax filing for 1.5 million taxpayers in 2025, with an automated process for completing and submitting tax returns.
Greek Think Tank Advocates Smart Health-Based Taxation
Unlike traditional "sin taxes," which aim to discourage consumption through higher costs but often lead to unintended consequences like inflation or illicit trade, this approach focuses on incentives rather than penalties.
Greece Overhauls 2025 Tax Returns: Key Changes to E1 Form and Income Rules
Greece has introduced changes to its 2025 income tax return system, particularly in the E1 form, which taxpayers must submit this year.
Is Greece Giving Real Estate Firms an Unfair Advantage in Renewable Energy?
The Greek government has introduced new legislation aimed at modernizing the regulatory framework for Real Estate Investment Companies (REICs), enabling them to enter the renewable energy sector.