Heating oil goes on sale today at an estimated purchase price of around €1.55 per liter — after state subsidies and refinery discounts are applied. At the same time, the heating allowance for the upcoming winter season has been increased by 30% compared to last year, with more than 1.2 million households expected to benefit. The allowance ranges from €130 to €1,560 for residents in the coldest parts of the country. The online application platform is expected to open by November 10, while advance payments are scheduled to be disbursed by December 23 — with all amounts reflecting the 30% increase. Below is a comprehensive guide covering prices, subsidies, eligibility criteria, and payment dates.
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1. When does heating oil go on sale and what will it cost?
Heating oil sales begin today, October 15, with the starting price estimated at around €1.95 per liter before discounts are applied. Depending on the region and fluctuations in international prices, the pre-discount price may range between €1.90 and €2.00 per liter. With the combined intervention of the state subsidy and refinery discounts, the final consumer price is expected to drop to approximately €1.55 per liter.
2. How much is the pump-level subsidy?
The government is subsidizing heating oil by €0.20 per liter for the period from October 15 to 31. On top of the state subsidy, refineries are offering an additional discount of €0.20 per liter, bringing the total reduction to €0.40 per liter. This subsidy is applied directly at the point of sale, with no application required and no income criteria to meet.
3. How much will consumers pay after discounts?
With a base price of €1.95 per liter and a total discount of €0.40, the estimated consumer price comes to €1.55 per liter. For a 1,000-liter order, the cost without discounts would be €1,950. With the full €0.40-per-liter reduction applied, consumers will pay approximately €1,550 — saving €400. Similarly, for a 500-liter purchase, the saving amounts to €200, bringing the cost down from €975 to €775.
4. By how much is the heating allowance increasing?
The heating allowance for the 2026–2027 winter season is increasing by 30%. Amounts range from €130 to €1,560 for households in the coldest regions of the country — including Metsovo, Velouhi, Nymfaio, Nevrokopi, and Pertoulli. The increase applies to all eligible heating types, including heating oil, natural gas, electricity, firewood, and wood pellets.
5. Who is eligible for the heating allowance?
Eligible recipients are households that meet the income and asset criteria, which remain unchanged from previous years. Specifically, annual household income — both actual and deemed — must not exceed:
* €16,000 for single individuals.
* €24,000 for married couples, with an additional €5,000 per child.
* €29,000 for single-parent families, with an additional €5,000 for each child after the first.
For those engaged in business activity, total gross revenue of the primary applicant, their spouse or civil partner, and dependent children must not exceed €80,000.
Regarding real estate assets, the total value must not exceed €200,000 for single individuals, widows/widowers, or separated persons, and €260,000 for married couples, civil partners, and single-parent families. These thresholds increase by €40,000 for each dependent child.
6. How much will a household receive?
The allowance amount varies depending on the region of residence, family status, and type of heating used. With the 30% increase, a household that would have previously received €500 will now receive €650. Likewise, an allowance of €800 rises to €1,040.
As indicative examples for households using heating oil:
Thessaloniki: A family with one child will receive €333, up from €256 last year.
Kozani: A family with two children will receive €387, up from €298 last year.
Xanthi: A family with two children will receive €447, up from €344 last year.
Vermio: A family with one child will receive €930, up from €715 last year.
7. When will the application platform open?
The myHeating (myΘέρμανση) online platform, operated by the Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), is expected to open by November 10. Applicants will need to submit a request specifying the type of heating for which they are seeking support, along with the required details of their primary residence.
8. When will the advance payment be made?
The advance payment of the heating allowance is expected to be disbursed by December 23, 2026. The advance payment amount has been increased by 30%. Applicants who submit a request through the myHeating platform will receive approximately 80% of the allowance they collected during the 2025–2026 winter season as an advance. For first-time beneficiaries, the advance payment rate increases from 50% to 65% of the total amount they are entitled to.
9. Can a household receive both the pump subsidy and the heating allowance?
Yes. These are two separate measures that work in a complementary fashion. The pump discount reduces the price for all consumers purchasing heating oil during the applicable period, with no income criteria required. The heating allowance is granted separately, upon application, to those who meet the eligibility conditions. Qualifying households can therefore benefit from both forms of financial support simultaneously.
10. What is the total cost of these measures and how long will they last?
The fuel subsidies covering the second half of October carry a fiscal cost of €46 million, while the 30% increase in the heating allowance requires an additional €52 million. Together, the two measures total €98 million. The pump subsidy runs until October 31, while the enhanced heating allowance applies throughout the 2026–2027 winter season.
