e-EFKA pension payments for August 2025: Complete schedule
e-EFKA announces official pension payment dates for August 2025. Two-phase payments scheduled for July 28 and 30, covering all beneficiary categories.
Economy
€100 allowance for private sector workers: How to apply
New €100 allowance available for private sector workers through government training program. Learn eligibility requirements and application process.
Automatic fines for late income tax and VAT returns – Here’s what delays cost
Greece introduces automatic penalty system for late tax returns. Find out how much delays cost and what fines apply to income tax and VAT declarations.
Athens extends Airbnb ban through 2026 as rental crisis deepens
Athens extends Airbnb ban through 2026 as rental crisis deepens, blocking new short-term rentals in central districts while market exceeds 1 million beds.
Greek island vacation costs: How much you’ll pay for popular summer destinations
Planning a Greek island vacation? Discover the real costs of traveling to popular destinations like Paros, Naxos, and Kos with our comprehensive price guide.
Tax returns: No extension for final 600,000 from tax authority
Greece’s tax authority rejects extension requests as 6.1 million returns filed, leaving only 600,000 before July 15 deadline amid system overload concerns.
Greek real estate prices surge with increases up to 34%
Greek real estate prices continue surging with increases up to 34% in specific areas, driven by supply shortages and rising demand from government programs.
Greek chambers of commerce welcome government initiative on Swiss franc loans
Greek chambers of commerce support government’s new initiative to address the long-standing Swiss franc loan crisis affecting thousands of households and businesses.
Greece has third most expensive gasoline in EU at €1.80 per liter
Greece ranks third for most expensive gasoline in EU at €1.80 per liter, with taxes comprising 59% of final price, while neighboring Bulgaria offers cheapest fuel.
Greece increases pensions by 10%: New calculation method from 2026
Greece announces 5-10% pension increases from 2026 with new wage-based calculation method replacing inflation-based system for future retirees.
Greece announces €250 annual benefit for low-income pensioners
Greece’s PM announces permanent €250 annual benefit for low-income pensioners, disabled citizens, and uninsured elderly starting November 2024.
Inflation rises to 2.8% in June 2025 in Greece
Greece’s inflation rate climbed to 2.8% in June 2025, up from 2.5% in May, driven by housing costs, hospitality services, and clothing prices.